Mounting to Shop
Floor
Although not required, we recommend that you mount your new machine to the floor. Because this is an optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mounting hardware is not included. Generally, you can either bolt your machine to the floor or mount it on machine mounts. Both options are described below. Whichever option you choose, it is necessary to level your machine with a precision level.
Bolting to Concrete Floors
Lag shield anchors with lag bolts and anchor studs (Figure 9) are two popular methods for anchoring an object to a concrete floor. We sug- gest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best that fits your specific application.
NOTICE
Anchor studs are stronger and more per- manent alternatives to lag shield anchors; however, they will stick out of the floor, which may cause a tripping hazard if you decide to move your machine.
Anchor Stud
Lag Shield & Lag Bolt
Figure 9. Typical fasteners for mounting to
concrete floors.
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Using Machine Mounts
Using machine mounts, shown in Figure 10, gives the advantage of fast leveling and vibration reduc- tion. The large size of the foot pads distributes the weight of the machine to reduce strain on the floor.
Figure 10. Machine mount example.
NOTICE
We strongly recommend securing your machine to the floor if it is hardwired to the power source to avoid conduit damage from accidental machine movement. Consult with your electrician to ensure compliance with local codes.
