Harbor Freight Tools 44991 Checks before Operation, Installation of the Taper Shank Cutter

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Checks before Operation

1.Turn on the machine by lifting the cover and pulling out the Emergency Stop Switch (137).

2.Turn the Speed Control Knob (134) and verify spindle speed changes.

3.Verify that the spindle is rotating clockwise.

4.Operate the Longitudinal Axis (Working Table), Cross Axis (Saddle Seat), and Vertical Axis (Vertical Support), and verify their proper operation and movement.

Caution: Avoid injury to you or damage to machine. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing any adjustments, tool replacement, or maintenance.

Installation of the Taper Shank Cutter

1.Pull off the Protective Cover (126).

2.

Wipe the spindle sleeve and taper of all dirt and grease.

(126)

3.

Unscrew Clamp Bolt (101) and remove Dust Guard

(A)

 

 

(100).

 

4.Place the Taper Shank (B) into the Spindle (79) sleeve. (G)

Cover the Cutter (C) (not included) end with an oil cloth

(D)

to protect hands and machinery.

(101)

5. Insert the Fixing Pin (accessory D) on the right side of

(100)

the Spindle sleeve. Refer to page 4.

(B)

 

6.Using the #14 open end wrench (accessory G), tighten (clockwise) the Spindle draw bar (A) to lock in the Taper Shank Cutter into the Spindle.

7.Pull out the Fixing Pin and replace the Protective Cover.

Removal of the Taper Shank Cutter

Note: For

illustration

 

 

purposes

only. Only

(C)

 

 

Chuck with Taper Shank

1.

Pull off the Protective Cover (126).

 

 

(164) is included.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Insert the Fixing Pin (accessory D) on the right side of the Spindle sleeve.

3.

Using the #14 open end wrench (accessory G), loosen (counterclockwise) the Spindle

 

draw bar (A) to unlock the Taper Shank Cutter in the Spindle.

4.

Using a plastic hammer, gently tap the Taper Shank (B) until it breaks free.

 

Place a cushion on the Working Table (19) to protect the assembly if it falls out.

5.

Replace the Taper Shank Cutter with the Drill Chuck (or other tool) if desired.

Travel Adjustment

Adjusting the Limit Block (65) can control the travel of the Spindle Box.

1.Loosen Handle (30) attached to the Limit Block (65).

SKU 44991

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REV 12/04

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Contents For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 44991Read all instructions before using this tool SpecificationsSafety Warnings and Precautions Save This ManualPage Installation UnpackingREV 11/02 Assembly OperationChecks before Operation Installation of the Taper Shank CutterTravel Adjustment Removal of the Taper Shank CutterAdjusting the Vertical Support Angle Basic Drilling and Milling ProcedureMaintenance Periodic General MaintenanceLubrication Requirements Parts List REV 03/05With Longitudinal Y Axis and Cross X Axis Assembly Drawing Vertical Z Axis Assembly Drawing Spindle and Gear Box Assembly Drawing