Cleaning The Lathe; Machine Placement - Shop fox M1015 Instruction Manual

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. DO NOT use chlorine-based solvents such as
brake parts cleaner or acetone—if you happen to splash
some onto a painted surface, you will ruin the finish.
ALWAYS. work. in. well-ventilated.
areas. far. from. possible. ignition.
sources. when. using. solvents. to.
clean. machinery.. Many. solvents.
are. toxic. when. inhaled. or.
ingested..Use.care.when.disposing.
of. waste. rags. and. towels. to. be.
sure.they.DO.NOT.create.fire.or.
environmental.hazards..
Machine.Placement
•. Work.Surface.Load: Your 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe
weighs approximately 64 lbs. and has a 19-3/4" x 4"
footprint. Considering the weight of the workpiece
and other tools on the table, make sure the work
surface can hold this total weight and the lathe is
high enough so you do not have to lean over while
using the machine.
•. Working.Clearances: Consider existing and
anticipated needs, size of material to be processed
through the machine, and space for auxiliary stands,
work tables or other machinery when establishing a
location for your 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe (see Figure.
•. Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough and
positioned to eliminate shadow and prevent eye
strain.
•. Electrical:.Electrical circuits must be dedicated or
large enough to handle amperage requirements.
Outlets must be located near each machine, so
power or extension cords are clear of high-traffic
areas. Follow local electrical codes for proper
installation of new lighting, outlets, or circuits.
NEVER. use. flammables. such. as. gas. or.
other.petroleum-based.solvents.to.clean.
your.machine..These.products.have.low.
flash. points. and. present. the. risk. of.
explosion.and.severe.personal.injury!
12"
Figure.2. Minimum safe working
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MAKE. your. shop. "child. safe.". Ensure.
that. your. workplace. is. inaccessible. to.
youngsters. by. closing. and. locking. all.
entrances. when. you. are. away.. NEVER.
allow. untrained. visitors. in. your. shop.
when. assembling,. adjusting. or. operat-
ing.equipment..
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M1015 6" x 10" Mini-Lathe
25"
36"
Work.Area
36"
clearances.