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MODEL M1015
6" x 10" MINI-LAThE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 9/08)
Phone:  (360) 734-3482  • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz
COPYRIGhT © JANUARY, 2005 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED SEPTEMBER, 2013 (TS)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF ThIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY ShAPE OR FORM WIThOUT
ThE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Printed in China
#6841CR 

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  • Page 1   MODEL M1015 6" x 10" MINI-LAThE INSTRUCTION MANUAL (FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 9/08) Phone:  (360) 734-3482  • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGhT © JANUARY, 2005 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED SEPTEMBER, 2013 (TS) WARNING: NO PORTION OF ThIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY ShAPE OR FORM WIThOUT ThE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. Printed in China #6841CR ...
  • Page 2 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities con- tains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION....................2 Woodstock Technical Support ................2 About Your New 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe ..............2 Specifications ....................2 SAFETY......................4 Standard Safety Instructions ................4 Additional Safety Instructions for 6" x 10" Mini-Lathes ..........6 Avoiding Potential Injuries ................7 ELECTRICAL.......................8 110V Operation .....................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. The Model M1015 Mini-Lathe is a perfect lathe for someone who wants a durable and well-designed machine that can fit in a small location. This Mini-Lathe gives model makers, toolmakers, gun hobbyists, and the weekend machinist a way to economically produce small precision parts, threaded parts, fit- tings, and dies.
  • Page 5 M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Controls.and.Features A.. Reset.Light.(Orange):.When lit, it indicates J.. Quill.Positioning.Handwheel: Allows for that an overload or potentially unsafe action incremental movement of the quill and has taken place. You must reset the machine live or dead center.

  • Page 6: Safety

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe SAFETY READ.MANUAL.BEFORE.OPERATING.MACHINE. FAILURE.TO.FOLLOW.INSTRUCTIONS.BELOW.WILL. RESULT.IN.PERSONAL.INJURY. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 7 M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe 12. Do. not. force. tool.. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed. 13. Use.correct.tool..Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

  • Page 8: Additional Safety Instructions For 6" X 10" Mini-Lathes

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Additional.Safety.Instructions.for.6".x.10". Mini-Lathes READ.and.understand.this. USE.this.and.other.machinery.with.caution. entire. instruction. manual. and. respect.. Always. consider. safety. first,. before.using.this.machine.. as. it. applies. to. your. individual. working. Serious. personal. injury. conditions..No.list.of.safety.guidelines.can. may. occur. if. safety. and. be. complete—every. shop. environment. is.

  • Page 9: Avoiding Potential Injuries

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Avoiding.Potential.Injuries Figure.1..Always protect the bedways with wood when retooling, and unplug the lathe. Figure.4..Never leave chuck key inserted in the Figure.2. Always wear safety glasses when using the lathe. chuck. Figure.3. Never attempt to use hands to stop Figure.5.

  • Page 10: Electrical

    110V.Operation The SHOP FOX ® Model M1015 is wired for 110 volt, sin- gle-phase operation. The motor supplied with your new 6" x 10" Mini-lathe is rated at 1/5 HP and draws approx- imately 1.2 amps. You will need a NEMA-style 5-15 plug and outlet (see.Figure 6).

  • Page 11: Set.up

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe SET.UP Unpacking SHOP FOX Model M1015 has been carefully pack- ® aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has SHOP been damaged, please contact your authorized ® dealer immediately. Inventory If any parts are missing, find the part number in the back of this manual and contact Woodstock International, Inc.

  • Page 12: Cleaning The Lathe

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Cleaning.the.Lathe The machined surfaces and other unpainted parts of your 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe are coated with a waxy grease that protects them from corrosion during shipment. Clean this grease off with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser.

  • Page 13: Mounting The Lathe

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Mounting.the.Lathe Bolt this lathe to a tool table or workbench. Refer to Figure.3.for hole layout. Never use this lathe unless it is securely mounted to a stable surface.. Work.Bench For.these.steps,.gather.these.items: • Safety Glasses 85mm •...

  • Page 14: Chuck Installation

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Chuck.Installation Three-jaw chucks feature hardened steel jaws that self- center the workpiece within 0.002"-0.003". An extra set of jaws is included for machining larger workpieces. The instructions listed below are written with the expec- tation that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills for general lathe operations.
  • Page 15 M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe 6. Align and seat the chuck onto the chuck-mounting flange and install the three M6-1 hex nuts onto the studs (see Figure.6). 7. Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the hex nuts until snug (see Figure.7).

  • Page 16: Replacing Jaws

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Replacing.Jaws The Model M1015 lathe chuck comes with two sets of hardened steel jaws. The outside jaws are used to hold the workpiece from the outer diameter. The inside jaws Jaw #2 (Figure.8) are for holding larger work, usually from the inside diameter.

  • Page 17: Tailstock Alignment

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Tailstock.Alignment The tailstock (Figure.13) of the Model M1015 lathe is Tailstock used to support workpieces with the use of a live or dead center. When fitted with a drill chuck and an MT #1 arbor to mount the chuck to the tailstock, the chuck will hold a center drill to drill or bore holes in the center of a part.

  • Page 18: Centers

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Centers The Model M1015 lathe is supplied with a HSS MT#1 dead NOTICE center. A live center, 4-jaw chuck, and other lathe acces- sories are available through your SHOP FOX dealer. ® Failure.to.keep.dead.center.point.well. lubricated.will.damage.dead.center.and. The dead center is used in the tailstock to support workpiece.

  • Page 19: Operations

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe OPERATIONS General The Model M1015 lathe will perform many types of opera- tions that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the under- standing that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine.

  • Page 20: Test Run, Start-Up, And Lathe Break-In

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Test.Run,.Start-up,.and. Lathe.Break-in The purpose of the break-in procedure is to make sure Rotation the lathe is wired correctly and the motor is working Selector Knob properly, and to seat the bearings. NOTICE Failure.to.follow.start.up.and.spindle.break-in.proce- Speed Dial dures.can.damage.the.lathe.spindle.bearings.

  • Page 21: Loading A Workpiece

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Loading.a.Workpiece This lathe comes with a 3-jaw chuck which will hold most workpieces. For more holding options, a 4-jaw chuck and face plate are available through your SHOP FOX dealer. ® Securely. clamp. your. workpiece. and. remove.

  • Page 22: Auto And Manual Feed

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Auto.and.Manual.Feed The manual feed handwheel moves the carriage left or right along the bed. This control is helpful when setting up the machine for turning or when manual movement is desired during turning operations (see Figure.19).

  • Page 23: Setting Rpm

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Setting.RPM To.determine.the.needed.cutting.RPM,.do.these.steps: Cutting.Speeds.for.High.Speed.Steel. (HSS).Cutting.Tools 1. Use the table in Figure.21 to determine the cutting Workpiece Material Cutting Speed speed required for the material of your workpiece. (sfm) Aluminum & alloys Brass & Bronze Failure. to. follow. RPM. and. feed. rate. guidelines. may.

  • Page 24: Tpi And Gear Selection

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe TPI.and.Gear.Selection The Model M1015 lathe can cut threads of 16, 18, 19, 20, and 24 threads per inch (TPI). Below are instructions for selecting the gear ratios to cut your needed thread TPI. Failure.to.follow.RPM.and.threading.guidelines.may. threaten.operator.safety.by.ejecting.parts.or.broken.

  • Page 25: Feed Rate And Gear Selection

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Feed.Rate.and.Gear. Selection The Model M1015 lathe has two available feed rates which move the apron 0.002" and 0.004" per each revolution of the workpiece. These two feed rates will be sufficient for general turning. Below are instructions for selecting the gear ratios to achieve either feed rate.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe MAINTENANCE General SHOP FOX Regular periodic maintenance on your Model ® M1015 will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your machine each time you use it. Check.for.the.following.conditions.and.repair.or. replace.when.necessary: • Loose chuck mounting nuts. •...

  • Page 27: Service

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe SERVICE General This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made during the life of your machine. If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 360-7343482, or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.

  • Page 28: Replacing Belt

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Replacing.Belt The belt on this lathe should last the life of the machine. However, should you need to replace the belt for any rea- son, the process is very simple. To.replace.the.belt.on.the.lathe,.do.these.steps: Gear Motor Bracket Cap Screws 1.

  • Page 29: Replacing Motor Brushes

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Replacing.Motor.Brushes Should.you.ever.need.to.replace.the.motor.brushes,. do.these.steps:. 1. UNPLUG.THE.LATHE! 2. Unscrew four Phillips screws and remove the splash Brush Bore guard. 3. Unscrew two brush holders and replace the brushes Brush in the brush bore (see Figure.28). Brush Holder 4.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Troubleshooting This section covers the most common symptoms and corrections with this type of machine. WARNING!.DO.NOT.make.any.adjustments.until.power.is.disconnected.and.moving.parts. have.come.to.a.complete.stop! SYMPTOM POSSIBLE.CAUSE CORRECTIVE.ACTION Motor will not start. 1. Chuck safety cover is open. 1. Close the chuck safety cover.
  • Page 31 M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe 153V2 153AV2 163-1 148 149 126 135 128 127 166V2 30 31 127 142 23 24 63 62 -29-...

  • Page 32: Parts

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Parts.List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION XM1015001 SPINDLE BOX XM1015070 KEY 3 X 3 X 22 XM1015002 TAPERED ROLLER BEARING 30205 XM1015071 SHAFT XM1015003 OIL SEAL XM1015072 KEY 6 X 6 X 14 XM1015004 SPACING RING (II) XM1015075 HEX NUT M5-.8...

  • Page 33: Parts List

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Parts.List PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION XM1015147 FLAT WASHER 6MM XM1015168 FORWARD/OFF/REVERSE SWITCH XM1015148 COMPRESSION SPRING XM1015169 GREEN LAMP XM1015149 SPACING RING XM1015170 FUSE AND HOLDER XM1015150 SPINDLE BOX COVER XM1015172 ORANGE LAMP ASSY...

  • Page 34: Notes

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Notes -32-...
  • Page 35 M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Notes -33-...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe Warranty SHOP FOX Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all machinery to be free of defects from workman- ® ship and materials for a period of two years from the date of original purchase by the original owner.
  • Page 37 2. How long have you been a woodworker/metalworker? _____ 0-2 Years _____ 2-8 Years ____ 8-20 Years _____ 20+ Years 3. How many of your machines or tools are Shop Fox ® _____ 0-2 _____ 3-5 ____ 6-9 _____ 10+ 4.
  • Page 38 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Place Stamp Here WOODSTOCK.INTERNATIONAL.INC.. P.O..BOx.2309. BELLINGHAM,.WA.98227-2309 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE...

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