Shop fox M1001 User Manual

MODEL M1001 

6" X 26" VERTICAL MILL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Phone: [phone]  •  On-Line Technical Support: [e-mail]

COPYRIGHT © JANUARY, 2005 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED JANUARY, 2015 (ST)

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Printed in China

This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,
operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this
document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.

Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual
may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation,
electrocution, or death.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.
This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in
a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,
proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre­hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool
integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property
damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or
misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains 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.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip­ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION .....................................2

Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2

About Your New 6" x 26" Vertical Mill ......... 2

Machine Specifications .......................... 3

SAFETY ...............................................7

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 7

Additional Safety Instructions for Vertical

Mills ................................................ 9

ELECTRICAL ....................................... 10

SETUP .............................................. 13

Unpacking ....................................... 13

Inventory ........................................ 13

Machine Placement ............................ 14

Cleaning Machine ............................... 14

Mounting Mill on Shop Floor .................. 15

Assembly ......................................... 16

Headstock Adjustment ........................ 16

Handle Installation ............................. 16

Drawbar .......................................... 16

Single Shot Lubrication ........................ 16

Spindle Controls ................................ 17

Test Run .......................................... 17

OPERATIONS....................................... 18

General .......................................... 18

Positioning Spindle Head ...................... 18

Table Travel ..................................... 19

Graduated Dials ................................ 20

Power Feed Controls ........................... 20

Quill Travel ...................................... 21

Determining Needed RPM ..................... 22

Setting RPM ..................................... 23

Spindle Break-in Procedure ................... 24

Installing Tools .................................. 25

Removing Cutting Tools ....................... 25

MAINTENANCE .................................... 26

General .......................................... 26

Cleaning ......................................... 26

Table and Base .................................. 26

Lubrication ...................................... 27

Maintenance Schedule ......................... 28

Maintenance Notes ............................. 28

SERVICE ............................................ 29

General .......................................... 29

Gibs ............................................... 29

Adjusting Backlash ............................. 30

Electrical Safety Instructions ................. 31

Electrical Parts Identification ................ 32

Wiring Diagram ................................. 33

Troubleshooting ................................. 34

Headstock Assembly ........................... 35

PARTS .............................................. 35

Headstock Assembly ........................... 35

Base Assembly .................................. 36

Machine Parts Lists ............................. 37

Machine Labels ................................. 39

WARRANTY ........................................ 40

Warranty Registration ......................... 41

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SERVICE PARTS

M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Woodstock Technical Support

We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, parts are miss­ing, or a defect is found, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at [phone] or
send e-mail to: [e-mail]. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot prob­lems and send out parts for warranty claims.

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Woodstock International, Inc.

Attn: Technical Support Department

P.O. Box 2309

Bellingham, WA 98227

About Your New 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

Your new SHOP FOX® 6" x 26" Vertical Mill has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble­free service. Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure
safe and reliable operation.

Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction in providing this manual. It is our
intent to make sure all the information necessary for safety, ease of assembly, practical use and durabil­ity of this product be included.

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M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

SHOP FOX® VERTICAL MILL 6" X 26"

Motors

Main

Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor Start Induction

Horsepower........................................................................................... 1-1/2 HP

Voltage.............................................................................................. 110V/220V

Prewired.................................................................................................... 110V

Phase.............................................................................................. Single-Phase

Amps................................................................................. 16A at 110V, 8A at 220V

Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM

Cycle....................................................................................................... 60 Hz

Number of Speeds............................................................................................. 1

Power Transfer ................................................................................... V-Belt Drive

Bearings................................................................. Shielded, Permanently Lubricated

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MODEL M1001

Main Specifications

Operation Info

Spindle Travel.............................................................................................. 3 in.

Swing....................................................................................................... 11 in.

Longitudinal Table Travel......................................................................... 14-1/4 in.

Cross Table Travel......................................................................................... 6 in.

Vertical Table Travel.................................................................................... 14 in.

Knee Travel........................................................................................... 11-3/4 in

Ram Travel................................................................................................ 12 in.

Head Travel........................................................................................... 2-1/2 in.

Head Swivel (Left-to-Right).......................................................................... 90 deg.

Head Swivel (Front-to-Back)......................................................................... 45 deg.

Turret or Column Swivel (Left and Right)........................................................ 360 deg.

Maximum Distance Spindle to Column............................................................ 5-1/2 in.

Maximum Distance Spindle to Table............................................................. 11-7/8 in.

Drilling Capacity for Cast Iron........................................................................... 1 in.

Drilling Capacity for Steel............................................................................. 3/4 in.

Number of Vertical Spindle Speeds......................................................................... 9

Range of Vertical Spindle Speeds........... 240, 360, 520, 730, 1280, 1320, 1600, 2220, 2760 RPM

Number of Longitudinal Feeds...................................................................... Variable

Feed Rate......................................................................................... 0 — 140 FPM

Quill Diameter........................................................................................ 2.950 in.

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Table Info

Table Length.............................................................................................. 26 in.

Table Width........................................................................................... 6-1/8 in.

Table Thickness....................................................................................... 1-3/4 in.

Number of T-Slots............................................................................................. 3

T-Slots Width.......................................................................................... 0.560 in.

T-Slots Height......................................................................................... 0.850 in.

T-Slots Centers...................................................................................... 1-9/16 in.

Stud Size................................................................................................. 3/8 in.

Spindle Info

Spindle Taper................................................................................................ R-8

End Milling Capacity.................................................................................... 3/4 in.

Face Milling Capacity..................................................................................... 3 in.

Drawbar Diameter..................................................................................... 7/16 in.

Drawbar TPI................................................................................................... 20

Drawbar Length..................................................................................... 12-1/4 in.

Spindle Bearings............................................................................... Tapered Roller

Lead Screw Info

Leadscrew Diameter................................................................................. 15/16 in.

Leadscrew TPI.................................................................................................. 8

Leadscrew Length........................................................................................ 31 in.

Construction

Spindle Housing/Quill................................................................................ Cast Iron

Table............................................................................... Surface-Ground Cast Iron

Head.................................................................................................... Cast Iron

Column................................................................................................. Cast Iron

Base.................................................................................................... Cast Iron

Stand........................................................................................................ Steel

Paint....................................................................................................... Epoxy

Other

Collar Graduations................................................................................... 0.001 in.

Recommended Mobile Base........................................................................... D2058A

Product Dimensions

Weight.......................................................................................................... 900 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height.............................. 45-1/2 x 41 x 66-5/8 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)......................................................................... 27-1/2 x 21 in.

Shipping Dimensions

Type....................................................................................................... Wood Crate

Content........................................................................................................ Machine

Weight.......................................................................................................... 936 lbs.

Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 37 x 41 x 75 in.

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M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

Electrical

Power Requirement............................................................. 110V/220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz

Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 110V

Minimum Circuit Size................................................................... 20A at 110V, 15A at 220V

Switch................................................................................................. ON/OFF Switch

Switch Voltage.................................................................................................... 110V

Cord Length....................................................................................................... 6 ft.

Cord Gauge.................................................................................................. 14 Gauge

Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type........................................................................................ NEMA 5-15

Other

Country Of Origin ............................................................................................... China

Warranty ....................................................................................................... 2 Years

Assembly Time ................................................................................................. 1 Hour

Features

Milling Head Micro-Feed
Built-In Work Light
Class 7 Spindle Bearings
Head Tilts to 45 Deg. Both Ways.
Single-Shot Lubrication System
High-Precision Ground Vertical and Cross Ways

INTRODUCTION

Accessories

Drawbar
Tool Box
3 In. Shell Mill with Arbor
Hex Wrench Set, 3-6mm
Open End Wrenches
Screwdrivers

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Controls and Features

A

M

L

K

N

B

C

O

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

A. Longitudinal Handwheel
B. Worklight
C. 3" Shell Mill
D. Quill Micro-Feed Handwheel
E. Quill Down Feed Lever
F. Quill Lock
G. Power Feed Stops
H. Longitudinal Power Feed
I. ON/OFF Buttons
J. Cross Feed Handwheel
K. Storage Compartment
L. Coolant Catch Basin
M. Knee Lever
N. Power Feed Limit Switch
O. Single Shot Lubrication System

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M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

SAFETY

OWNER’S

EYE PROTECTION.

HAZARDOUS

WEARING PROPER APPAREL.

of workpiece control.

disconnect machine from power supply before

is in OFF position before reconnecting to avoid

manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of importance of the
safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by

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SAFETY

For Your Own Safety,

Read Manual Before Operating Machine

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This

themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention mea
sures—this responsibility is ultimately up to the operator!

NOTICE

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions

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.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about
proper operation of the equipment, and/or a situation that may
cause damage to the machinery.

SAFETY

MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.
Untrained users can be seriously hurt.

safety glasses or a face shield when operating
or observing machinery to reduce the risk of
eye injury or blindness from flying particles.
Everyday eyeglasses are not approved safety
glasses.

DUST. Dust created while using

machinery may cause cancer, birth defects,
or long-term respiratory damage. Be aware
of dust hazards associated with workpiece
materials, and always wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator to reduce your risk.

clothing, apparel, or jewelry that can become
entangled in moving parts. Always tie back
or cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to
avoid accidental slips which could cause a loss

Always wear ANSI-approved

Do not wear

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hearing

protection when operating or observing
loud machinery. Extended exposure to this
noise without hearing protection can cause
permanent hearing loss.

MENTAL ALERTNESS. Be mentally alert when

running machinery. Never operate under the
influence of drugs or alcohol, when tired, or
when distracted.

DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. Always

servicing, adjusting, or changing cutting tools
(bits, blades, cutters, etc.). Make sure switch

an unexpected or unintentional start.

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use

machinery in wet or rainy locations, cluttered
areas, around flammables, or in poorly-lit
areas. Keep work area clean, dry, and well­lighted to minimize risk of injury.

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APPROVED OPERATION. Untrained operators

ONLY USE AS INTENDED

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS.

REMOV

SECURING WORKPIECE.

FEED DIRECTION.

GUARDS & COVERS.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement during

will do the job safer and better at the rate for

positions that make workpiece control difficult

are experiencing difficulties performing the

can be seriously hurt by machinery. Only
allow trained or properly supervised people
to use machine. When machine is not being
used, disconnect power, remove switch keys,
or lock-out machine to prevent unauthorized
use—especially around children. Make
workshop kid proof!

SAFETY

. Only use machine for

its intended purpose. Never modify or alter
machine for a purpose not intended by the
manufacturer or serious injury may result!

. Consult

this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for
recommended accessories. Using improper
accessories will increase the risk of serious
injury.

Keep children and
bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Stop using machine if children or
bystanders become a distraction.

E ADJUSTING TOOLS. Never leave

adjustment tools, chuck keys, wrenches, etc.
in or on machine—especially near moving
parts. Verify removal before starting!

When required, use
clamps or vises to secure workpiece. A secured
workpiece protects hands and frees both of
them to operate the machine.

operations greatly increases the risk of injury
and loss of control. Verify machines are
stable/secure and mobile bases (if used) are
locked before starting.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine. It

which it was designed.

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times when operating machine.
Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand

or increase the risk of accidental injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. Never leave machine

running while unattended. Turn machine off
and ensure all moving parts completely stop
before walking away.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance

instructions and lubrication schedules to
keep machine in good working condition. An
improperly maintained machine may increase
the risk of serious injury.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect

machine for damaged parts, loose bolts,
mis-adjusted or mis-aligned parts, binding,
or any other conditions that may affect safe
operation. Always repair or replace damaged
parts, wires, cords, or plugs before operating
machine.

work against the rotation of blades or cutters.
Feeding in the same direction of rotation may
pull your hand into the cut.

protect you from accidental contact with
moving parts or flying debris. Make sure
they are properly installed, undamaged, and
working correctly before using machine.

Unless otherwise noted, feed

Guards and covers can

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnecting

cord-connected machines from power, grab
and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the
cord may damage the wires inside. Do not
handle the cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid
cord damage by keeping it away from heated
surfaces, high traffic areas, harsh chemicals,
and wet or damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you

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M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

Additional Safety Instructions for Vertical Mills

READ and understand this
entire instruction manual
before using this machine.
Serious personal injury
may occur if safety and
operational information is
not understood and fol­lowed. DO NOT risk your
safety by not reading!

MILL ASS E MBLY. Do not operate until unit is assembled and installed according to instructions.

UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. Make sure you understand the use and operation of all controls.

SECURING WORKPIECE. Never hold a workpiece by hand for any type of machining operation. Hold your

workpiece secure with a mill vise, step clamps, etc.

SECURING CUTTING TOOLS. Make sure that the cutting tool is chucked or colleted properly. Cutting
tools that are loose or not rotating correctly can come off and cause serious personal injury.

CUTTING TOOL INSPECTION. Inspect drills and end mills for sharpness, chips, or cracks before each use.
Replace dull, chipped, or cracked cutting tools immediately. Handle new cutting tools with care. Leading
edges are very sharp and can cause lacerations.

USE this and other machinery with caution
and respect. Always consider safety first,
as it applies to your individual working
conditions. No list of safety guidelines can
be complete—every shop environment is
different. Failure to follow guidelines could
result in serious personal injury, damage
to equipment or poor work results.

SAFETY

USING GUARDS. Make sure cover is closed and latched before turning the machine ON.

CHUCK KEY SAFETY. Always remove your chuck key, draw bar wrench, and any service tools

immediately after use.

CLEARING CHIPS. Turn off machine and wait for cutting tool to come to a complete stop before clearing
away chips. Chips are sharp. Use a brush to remove them.

FEED AND SPEED RATES. Research the proper feed and speed rate for the material you are machining.
Do not exceed these recommended rates.

CHANGING SPINDLE DIRECTION. Never reverse motor direction while the spindle is in motion.

TURNING OFF THE MILL. Allow the mill to come to a complete stop before leaving it unattended.

SERVICING THE MILL. Make sure mill is turned OFF, unplugged, and the machine has come to a complete

stop before servicing. Perform routine inspections and correct service related issues promptly.

HAZARDOUS COOLANTS. Coolants used for machining may contain hazardous chemicals. Read and
understand all user information on the coolant container and take any necessary precautions.

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Availability

Before installing the machine, consider the availability
and proximity of the required power supply circuit. If an
existing circuit does not meet the requirements for this
machine, a new circuit must be installed. To minimize
the risk of electrocution, fire, or equipment damage,
installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
a qualified electrician in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards.

The full-load current rating is the amperage a machine
draws at 100% of the rated output power. On machines
with multiple motors, this is the amperage drawn by the
largest motor or sum of all motors and electrical devices
that might operate at one time during normal operations.

The full-load current is not the maximum amount of amps
that the machine will draw. If the machine is overloaded,
it will draw additional amps beyond the full-load rating.

If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length of
time, damage, overheating, or fire may result—especially
if connected to an undersized circuit. To reduce the
risk of these hazards, avoid overlovading the machine
during operation and make sure it is connected to a
power supply circuit that meets the requirements in the
following section.

property, consult a qualified electrician
if you are unsure about wiring practices

M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

ELECTRICAL

Full-Load Current Rating

ELECTRICAL

Full-Load Current Rating at 110V ................ 16 Amps

Full-Load Current Rating at 220V ..................8 Amps

Electrocution, fire, or equipment
damage may occur if machine is not
correctly grounded and connected to
the power supply.

For your own safety and protection of

or electrical codes in your area.

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Note: The circuit requirements listed in this
manual apply to a dedicated circuit—where
only one machine will be running at a
time. If this machine will be connected to
a shared circuit where multiple machines
will be running at the same time, consult
a qualified electrician to ensure that the
circuit is properly sized for safe operation.

A power supply circuit includes all electrical equipment
between the breaker box or fuse panel in the building
and the machine. The power supply circuit used for
this machine must be sized to safely handle the full­load current drawn from the machine for an extended
period of time. (If this machine is connected to a circuit
protected by fuses, use a time delay fuse marked D.)

This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V power
supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets the
following requirements:

This machine can be converted to operate on a 220V
power supply (refer to
section). The intended 220V circuit must have a verified
ground and meet the following requirements:

Circuit Information

Circuit Requirements for 110V

Nominal Voltage ................................... 110V/120V

Cycle ........................................................60 Hz

Phase .............................................. Single-Phase

Minimum Circuit Size ............................... 20 Amps

Plug/Receptacle ................................... NEMA 5-15

ELECTRICAL

Circuit Requirements for 220V

Voltage Conversion later in this

Nominal Voltage ................................... 220V/240V

Cycle ........................................................60 Hz

Phase .............................................. Single-Phase

Minimum Circuit Size ............................... 15 Amps

Plug/Receptacle ................................... NEMA 6-15

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Grounding & Plug Requirements

This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain
malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current.

For 110V operation: This machine is equipped with a
power
grounding plug
plug
(outlet)
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

For 220V operation: The plug specified under “Circuit
Requirements for 220V” on the previous page has a
grounding prong that must be attached to the equipment­grounding wire inside the included power cord.
must only be inserted
to the figure on the right
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire
can result in a risk of electric shock. The
green
equipment-grounding
the
equipment-grounding
terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel
if
or if
properly grounded.
plug is damaged or worn, disconnect it from power, and
immediately replace it with a new one.

We do not recommend using an extension cord with this
machine. If you must use an extension cord, only use it if
absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis.

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may damage
electrical components and shorten motor life. Voltage
drop increases as the extension cord size gets longer
and the gauge size gets smaller (higher gauge numbers
indicate smaller sizes).

Any extension cord used with this machine must contain a
ground wire

plug and receptacle, and

meet the following requirements:

M1001 6" x 26" Vertical Mill

110V

cord that has an equipment-grounding wire and a

(similar to the figure on the right). The

must only be inserted into a matching receptacle

that is properly installed and grounded in

The plug

ELECTRICAL

insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the

power cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the

into a matching receptacle (similar

) that is properly installed

wire with

wire. If repair or replacement of

wire to a live (current carrying)

5-15 PLUG

Figure 1. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

Current Carrying Prongs

6-15 PLUG

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Prong

Neutral Hot

GROUNDED

6-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Prong

you do not understand these grounding requirements,

you are in doubt about whether the tool is

If you ever notice that a cord or

Extension Cords

Minimum Gauge Size ................................. 12 AWG

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) ................50 ft.

, match the required

Figure 2. Typical 6-15 plug and receptacle.

Serious injury could occur if you con­nect the machine to power before
completing the setup process. DO
NOT connect to power until instructed
later in this manual.

Voltage Conversion

The voltage conversion MUST be performed
by a qualified electrician. To perform the
voltage conversion, install the correct plug
and rewire the motor to the new voltage,
according to the provided wiring diagram.

If the diagram included on the motor
conflicts with the one in this manual, the
motor may have changed since the manual
was printed. Use the diagram provided on
the m oto r.

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