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- Page 1 Vertical Mill & Drill ZX30M ZX25M A X M I N S T E R W H I T E 2002 Axminster Reference No:ZX25M & ZX30M w w w. a x m i n s t e r. c o . u k...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Index of Contents... Page No. Index of Contents.............................. 2 Declaration of Conformity………….………..……..…………..............2 What’s in the Box………….………..……..…………..................3 General Instructions for 230v Machines..................4 Initial Assembly and Testing......................5 Initial Check List..........................6,7 Specification..….………..……..…………....................7 Definitions.………..……..………….......................8 Parts Identification and Description....................8 Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill....................9 Parts Identification and Description (Continued).............. -
Page 3: What's In The Box
Having unpacked your machine and its accessories, please check the contents against the equipment list ”What’s in the box”, if there are any discrepancies, please contact Axminster Power Tool Centre using the procedures laid down in the catalogue. Please dispose of the packaging responsibly, much of the material is bio-degradable. -
Page 4: General Instructions For 230V Machines
General Instructions for 240V Machines... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Good Working Practices/Safety The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain your tools and equipment in good working order. -
Page 5: Initial Assembly And Testing
The ZX25M & ZX30M Mill’s are best mounted on a rigid bed, this is to ensure stability of the machine and to attenuate any vibration that is generated when the machine is running, (especially with eccentric tooling mounted). -
Page 6: Initial Check List
Initial Check List... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E When the mill is mounted to your satisfaction, proceed as follows:- a) Locate the Head Clamp Bolt Nuts, loosen these. b) Ensure that the bevel cup that houses the end of the head raise and lower rack is clear and unblocked, ensure that there are no impediments to the head assembly or the tool, and swing the head through a full 360˚. -
Page 7: Specification
(acts as an emergency stop), check the machine stops. (a moulded portion of the switch cover depresses the stop button). If all the above checks where satisfactory, your mill is ready for use. Enjoy. Specification... Axminster No. 990123 700093 ZX25M... -
Page 8: Definitions
Definitions... A X M I N S T E R X’ Axis. This is the axis described by the work table as it moved side to side. Normally, W H I T E movement that moves the tool to the right in the workpiece is referred to as +ve ‘X’, and movement that moves the tool to the left in the workpiece is referred to as –ve ‘X’. -
Page 9: Machine Illustration Of The Mill/Drill
Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill... A X M I N S T E R Tool post top cover Draw bar nut cover W H I T E Fig 1 Motor Milling head casting Fine feed assembly Tri-lever feed Tool guard handle Facing cutter Main tool post... -
Page 10: Parts Identification And Description (Continued)
Parts Identification and Description (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Traverse The traverse slide is driven using the 125mm wheel and rod handle at the slide front of the machine. Behind the boss of the handle is a graduated ring control (thimble) so that the movement of the slide can be measured. - Page 11 Main Tool Post. There are two M12 bolts, washers and nuts to the rear of the sleeve housing which clamp the casting to the main tool post. Motor Standard 240V 50Hz single phase motor rated at (750W 1 H.P . ZX25M) (See Fig 3) (1500W 2 H.P . ZX30M)
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Page 12: Machine Illustration Of The Mill/Drill (Continued)
Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Speed select table Pulley and drive SPEED SPEED BELT POSITION BELT POSITION belt cover Toggle clip Draw bolt nut cover 1290 1590 2150... -
Page 13: Machine Illustration Of The Mill/Drill (Continued)
Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Toggle clips Microswitch Fig 3a Idler pulley bracket lock Draw bars shown in original transport position (remove before use) (NOT ZX30M) Pulleys and drive belts Draw bar... -
Page 14: Parts Identification And Description (Continued)
Parts Identification and Description (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Fine feed The fine feed assembly floats around the splined gear shaft that drives the assembly quill up and down. When the action of the fine feed mechanism is required; (See Fig 7) tightening the ‘engaging’... -
Page 15: Machine Illustration Of The Mill/Drill (Continued)
Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Fine feed thimble Fig 7 Fine feed handle Fig 6b Quill clamp Quill return spring cover... - Page 16 Parts Identification and Description (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R On/Off switch (See Fig 9a/b) shaft onto which the bent crank handle W H I T E is fitted. NOTE. The rise and fall A NVR switch panel mounted on the left front mechanism should not be operated of the machine.
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Page 17: Machine Illustration Of The Mill/Drill (Continued)
Machine Illustration of the Mill/Drill (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E On/Off switches Emergency stop Fig 9c Fig 9c Fig 9b Tri-lever feed handle Rise & fall Star knob handle (fine feed clutch) Quill clamp Fine feed handle Typ. -
Page 18: General Operating Instructions
General Operating Instructions... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Warning Do Not operate the mill in any function unless the head clamping bolts are tightened. Tool Changing Draw bar secured tooling Make sure the power is switched off or better still removed from the machine. Unclip the drive belt cover and raise clear (See Fig 3). - Page 19 Settings and adjustments Your ZX25M/ZX30M Mill has been factory set and adjusted, however, during its life time you may find occasion whereby the mill needs adjusting to maintain its accuracy and optimum performance. These adjustments can be made as follows:- Worktable and Traverse feed adjustment.
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Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Your Mill is a precision tool. In order to maintain this precision and prolong its useful life, it is advised that you follow the recommended daily and periodic maintenance tables printed below. -
Page 21: Mill/Drill Oiling Points
When checking the belt tensions, slip off the belts and check and if necessary lubricate the jockey pulley tower bearings. Accessories There are numerous accessories listed for the machine listed in the Axminster catalogue in section 1. Mill/Drill Oiling Points... - Page 22 Mill/Drill Oiling Points (Continued)... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E www.axminster.co.uk...
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Page 23: Speed Select Table
Speed Select Table... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E Fig 10 SPINDLE 12 SPEEDS MOTOR ZX25M SPEED SPEED BELT POSITION BELT POSITION 1290 1590 2150 SPINDLE 12 SPEEDS MOTOR Fig 11 ZX30M... -
Page 24: Parts Breakdown
Parts Breakdown... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E... - Page 25 Parts Breakdown... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E 0800 371822 FREEPHONE...
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Page 26: Parts List
Parts LIst... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E www.axminster.co.uk... - Page 27 Parts List... A X M I N S T E R W H I T E 0800 371822 FREEPHONE...
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