Woodstock M1001 manual Setting RPM, Unplug the Mill

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M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

Setting RPM

Setting the RPM on the Model M1001 involves placing the V-belts on the pulleys as shown in the spindle speed chart below.

To set the spindle speed, do these steps:

1.Examine the Spindle Speed Chart in Figure 24 to find the closest match to your needed RPM.

2.UNPLUG THE MILL!

3.Open the pulley cover.

4.Loosen the motor release lever and move the motor toward the spindle to loosen the tension on the V-belts.

5.Move the belts to the appropriate pulley combinations as shown on the spindle speed chart below.

6.Tension the V-belts by pulling the motor back and locking the motor release lever (see Figure 25).

7.Close the pulley cover and plug in the mill.

Spindle Pulley		Idler Pulley		Motor Pulley
	A
	B		I
	C	D		II III
	Spindle RPM
	A	B	C	D
I	730		360	240
II	1600	1280		520
III	2760	2220	1320

Figure 24. M1001 Spindle speed chart in RPMs.

Motor Release Lever

Figure 25. Applying tension to V-belts.

Failure to follow RPM and feed rate guidelines may threaten operator safety from ejected parts or broken tools.

NOTICE

Failure to follow RPM and feed rate guidelines will put undue strain on moving parts, shorten tool life, and create poor workpiece results.

OPERATIONS

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Contents 26 Vertical Mill Page Table of Contents Woodstock Technical Support IntroductionAbout Your New 6 x 26 Vertical Mill Model M1001 Shop FOX Vertical Mill 6 X Lead Screw Info Electrical Controls and Features Standard Machinery Safety Instructions SafetySafety Additional Safety Instructions for Vertical Mills Availability ElectricalFull-Load Current Rating Full-Load Current Rating atNominal Voltage 220V/240V Cycle 60 Hz Phase Nominal Voltage 110V/120V Cycle 60 Hz PhaseCircuit Information Circuit Requirements forExtension Cords Grounding & Plug RequirementsVoltage Conversion Unpacking SET UPInventory M1001 minimum working clearances Machine Placement Cleaning MachineMounting Mill on Shop Floor Using Machine MountsBolting to Concrete Floors Headstock Adjustment AssemblyHandle Installation DrawbarSpindle Controls To begin the test run procedure, do these stepsTest Run General OperationsPositioning Spindle Head Longitudinal Feed Control Table TravelCross Feed Knee FeedGraduated Dials Power Feed ControlsExample Quill Travel Micro-feed Depth AdjustmentQuill Feed Control To use the quill feed handle, do these stepsCutting Speeds for High Speed Steel HSS Cutting Tools Determining Needed RPMUnplug the Mill Setting RPMSpindle Break-in Procedure Removing Cutting Tools Installing ToolsTo load a tool in the spindle, do these steps To remove cutting tools, do these stepsCleaning MaintenanceTable and Base Lubrication Power FeedSingle Shot Lubrication System Knee Elevating ScrewMaintenance Notes Maintenance ScheduleGibs ServiceLongitudinal Feed Adjustment Adjusting BacklashCrossfeed Adjustment To adjust the backlash, do these stepsWiring Diagram Color KEY Electrical Safety InstructionsStop Electrical Parts IdentificationVAC 150F Capacitor Wiring DiagramSymptom Possible Cause TroubleshootingHeadstock Assembly Base Assembly Description Machine Parts ListsCross Lead Screw Description Machine LabelsWarranty Comments Warranty RegistrationWoodstock international inc. p.o. box Bellingham, wa