Shop fox M1112 User manual

MODEL M1112 12" X 36"
GUNSMITHING LATHE
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SET UPELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE PARTS
OPERATIONS
SAFETYINTRODUCTION
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Contents
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................3
Woodstock Technical Support ............................................................................ 3
Controls and Features ..................................................................................... 6
SAFETY ............................................................................................................7
Standard Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 7
Additional Safety Instructions for Lathes .............................................................. 9
Avoiding Potential Injuries.............................................................................. 10
ELECTRICAL .................................................................................................... 11
220V Operation ........................................................................................... 11
Extension Cords .......................................................................................... 11
Electrical Specifications ................................................................................ 11
SET UP .......................................................................................................... 12
Inventory .................................................................................................. 12
Uncrating and Lifting .................................................................................... 13
Cleaning Machine......................................................................................... 14
Machine Placement ...................................................................................... 14
Mounting to Shop Floor.................................................................................. 15
OPERATIONS ................................................................................................... 20
General .................................................................................................... 20
Spindle Speeds............................................................................................ 20
Swapping Jaws............................................................................................ 24
Four-Jaw Chuck .......................................................................................... 25
Faceplate.................................................................................................. 26
Centers..................................................................................................... 27
Spindle Spider ............................................................................................ 27
Cutting Shallow Tapers with Tailstock ................................................................ 36
Drilling with Tailstock ................................................................................... 36
Gap Piece Removal ...................................................................................... 37
Model M1112 Lathe Accessories........................................................................ 38
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................. 39
General Maintenance .................................................................................... 39
General Cleaning ......................................................................................... 39
General Lubrication...................................................................................... 39
Coolant System ........................................................................................... 41
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SET UP ELECTRICALMAINTENANCE
SERVICEPARTS OPERATIONS SAFETY INTRODUCTION
SERVICE ......................................................................................................... 42
Half-Nut Adjustment..................................................................................... 45
M1112 Main Electrical Box Wiring Diagram .......................................................... 50
Headstock Shifters and Change Gears ................................................................ 57
PARTS ........................................................................................................... 58
Headstock Gearing and Control Panel ............................................................... 59
Quick Change Gearbox .................................................................................. 61
Apron Assembly........................................................................................... 63
Saddle and Cross Feed .................................................................................. 65
Compound Rest ........................................................................................... 67
Tailstock Assembly ....................................................................................... 68
Bed and Motor Parts ..................................................................................... 69
Cabinet Parts ............................................................................................. 70
Spindle Switch Control Rod Assembly................................................................. 72
Coolant System and Lamp .............................................................................. 73
Lathe Accessories ........................................................................................ 74
Main Electrical Box ...................................................................................... 75
Follow Rest and Steady Rest ........................................................................... 76
Label Placement ......................................................................................... 77

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M1112 12" x 36" Gunsmithing Lathe
INTRODUCTION
Woodstock Technical Support
INTRODUCTION
Your new SHOP FOX®Model M1112 Lathe has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-
free 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. Our intent with this manual is to
include the basic information for safety, set up, operation, maintenance, and service of this product.
We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, please contact
Woodstock International Technical Support at [phone] or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.
biz. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems and process warranty claims.
If you need the latest edition of this manual, you can download it from http://www.shopfox.biz.
If you have comments about this manual, please contact us at:
Woodstock International, Inc.
Attn: Technical Documentation Manager
P.O. Box 2309
Bellingham, WA 98227
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M1112 12" x 36" Gunsmithing Lathe
INTRODUCTION
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MACHINE
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL M1112
12" X 36" GUNSMITHING LATHE
Product Dimensions:
Overall Weight with Stand.............................................................................................. 1213 lbs.
Overall Length/Width/Height with Stand................................................................... 61"x 26"x 541⁄2"
Overall Stand Footprint (Length/Width) .........................................................................141⁄2"x 571⁄2"
Stand Weight.................................................................................................................. 360 lb
Stand Length/Width/Height.............................................................................. 591⁄4"x 193⁄4"x 301⁄2"
Shipping Dimensions:
Crate 1
Type ..................................................................................................................... Wood
Content ..............................................................................................................Machine
Weight................................................................................................................ 959 lbs.
Length/Width/Height...................................................................................... 66"x 30"x 30"
Crate 2
Type ..................................................................................................................... Wood
Content .................................................................................................................. Base
Weight................................................................................................................ 375 lbs.
Length/Width/Height...................................................................................... 31"x 26"x 20"
Electrical:
Switch..............................................................................................................ON/OFF Buttons
Cord Length ..................................................................................................................... 6 ft.
Cord Gauge.................................................................................................................. 14 AWG
Recommended Circuit Size ................................................................................................15 Amp
Plug................................................................................................................................. No
Motors:
Type ..............................................................................................TEFC Capacitor Start Induction
Horsepower ..................................................................................................................... 2 HP
Voltage/Amps............................................................................................................. 220V/10A
Phase........................................................................................................................... Single
Speed ...................................................................................................................... 1725 RPM
Cycle ............................................................................................................................60 Hz
Number Of Speeds ................................................................................................................. 1
Power Transfer ................................................................................................ Belt Drive to Gear
Bearings .................................................................................Shielded and Permanently Lubricated
Main Specifications:
Operation Information
Swing Over Bed ........................................................................................................... 12"
Distance Between Centers .............................................................................................. 36"
Swing Over Cross Slide ................................................................................................... 7"
Swing Over Saddle....................................................................................................1111⁄32"
Swing Over Gap ........................................................................................................... 17"

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Operation Information (continued)
Maximum Tool Bit Size................................................................................................... 5⁄8"
Compound Travel ........................................................................................................31⁄4"
Carriage Travel............................................................................................................ 29"
Cross Slide Travel........................................................................................................61⁄4"
Headstock Information:
Spindle Bore..............................................................................................................15⁄8"
Spindle Taper.......................................................................................................... MT #5
Number of Spindle Speeds ................................................................................................ 9
Range of Spindle Speeds ...................................... 70, 200, 220, 270, 360, 600, 800, 1000, 1400 RPM
Spindle Type..................................................................................................D1-5 Camlock
Spindle Bearings ........................................................................................... Tapered Roller
Tailstock Information:
Tailstock Travel ............................................................................................................ 4"
Tailstock Taper ........................................................................................................ MT #3
Tailstock Barrel Diameter ............................................................................................. 19⁄16"
Threading Information:
Number of Inch Threads..................................................................................................40
Range of Inch Threads........................................................................................... 4–112 TPI
Number of Metric Threads ...............................................................................................29
Range of Metric Threads ...................................................................................... 0.2–4.5mm
Number of Longitudinal Feeds ..........................................................................................40
Range of Longitudinal Feeds ......................................................................... 0.0011–0.0311 in.
Number of Cross Feeds ...................................................................................................40
Range of Cross Feeds ............................................................................ 0.0004–0.0105 in./rev.
Other Dimensions:
Bed Width.................................................................................................................71⁄4"
Leadscrew TPI.......................................................................................................... 8 TPI
Leadscrew Length ........................................................................................................44"
Leadscrew Diameter ..................................................................................................... 7⁄8"
Feed Rod Diameter..................................................................................................... 25⁄32"
Steady Rest Capacity ................................................................................................ 3⁄16"–2"
Follow Rest Capacity..................................................................................................1⁄4"–1"
Faceplate Size ............................................................................................................10"
Construction Information:
 Stand............................................................................................................................................. CastIronandSteel
 Headstock......................................................................................................................................................CastIron
 HeadstockGears.......................................................................................................... FlameHardenedandGround
 Bed............................................................................................................................InductionHardenedandGround
 Body...............................................................................................................................................................CastIron
 Paint.................................................................................................................................................... PowderCoated
Other Specifications:
Country of Origin..............................................................................................................China
Warranty....................................................................................................................... 2 Year
Serial Number Location ............................................................... Machine ID Label on Front Headstock
Features:
Easy To Use Lever Controls
Halogen Work Light
Coolant System
Full Length Splash Guard
1
5⁄8"Spindle Bore With 4 Brass Tipped Outboard Screws For Outboard Support
1⁄2"Square Drive Stud Tailstock Lock
Gears Flame Hardened And Ground

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INTRODUCTION
Model M1112 lathe.
Controls and Features
A. Quick Change Gearbox Levers
B. Feed Rod Lever
C. Emergency Stop/RESET Button
D. POWER START Button
E. Pump Switch
F. Feed Direction Lever
G. Gear and Belt Cover
H. Inching/Jog Button
I. Power Light
J. Spindle Speed Levers
K. 3-Jaw Chuck
L. Steady Rest
M. Cross Feed Handwheel
N. Halogen Work Light
O. Follow Rest
P. Tool Rest
Q. Compound Rest Handwheel
R. Tailstock Spindle and Center
S. Tailstock Spindle Lock Lever
T. Tailstock Spindle Handwheel
U. Back Splash Guard
V. Tailstock
W. Leadscrew
X. Spindle Rotation ON/OFF Lever
Y. Feed Rod
Z. Chip Tray
AA. Storage Cabinet
BB. Stand Mounting Points
CC. Thread Dial
DD. Half-nut Lever
EE. Apron/Cross Feed Lever
FF. Carriage Handwheel
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M1112 12" x 36" Gunsmithing Lathe
SAFETY
SAFETY
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Standard Safety Instructions
1. Thoroughly read the Instruction Manual before operating your machine. Learn the applications,
limitations and potential hazards of this machine. Keep the manual in a safe and convenient place
for future reference.
2. Keep work area clean and well lighted. Clutter and inadequate lighting invite potential hazards.
3. Ground all tools. If a machine is equipped with a three-prong plug, it must be plugged into a
three-hole grounded electrical receptacle or grounded extension cord. If using an adapter to aid in
accommodating a two-hole receptacle, ground using a screw to a known ground.
4. Wear eye protection at all times. Use safety goggles with side shields or safety goggles that meet
the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
5. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not operate this machine in wet or open flame environments.
Airborne dust particles could cause an explosion and severe fire hazard.
6. Ensure all guards are securely in place and in working condition.
7. Make sure switch is in the OFF position before connecting power to machine.
8. Keep work area clean, free of clutter, grease, etc.
9. Keep children and visitors away. Visitors must be kept at a safe distance while operating unit.
10. Childproof your workshop with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
11. Stop and disconnect the machine when cleaning, adjusting or servicing.
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.
NOTICE

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SAFETY
12. Do not force tool. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was
designed.
13. Use correct tool. Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
14. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neck ties, gloves, jewelry, and secure long hair
away from moving parts.
15. Remove chuck keys, rags, and tools. Before turning the machine on, make it a habit to check
that all chuck keys and wrenches have been removed.
16. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
17. Lock the mobile base from moving before feeding the workpiece into the machine.
18. Do not leave machine unattended. Wait until it comes to a complete stop before leaving the
area.
19. Perform machine maintenance and care. Follow lubrication and accessory attachment
instructions in the manual.
20. Keep machine away from open flame. Operating machines near pilot lights or open flames
creates a high risk if dust is dispersed in the area. Dust particles and an ignition source may cause
an explosion. Do not operate the machine in high-risk areas, including but not limited to, those
mentioned above.
21. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the
machine! Then contact our technical support or ask a qualified expert how the operation should be
performed.
22. Be aware that certain materials may cause an allergic reaction in people and animals,
especially when exposed to fine dust. Make sure you know what type of material dust you will be
exposed to and the possibility of an allergic reaction.
23. Habits—good and bad—are hard to break. Develop good habits in your shop and safety will
become second-nature to you.