Woodstock SHOP FOX M1011 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL M1011
24" PAN AND BOX
BRAKE
Phone: [phone] • On-Line Technical Support: [email protected]
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Contents
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................2
Woodstock Technical Support ............................................................................ 2
About Your New 24" Pan and Box Brake ................................................................ 2
Specifications ............................................................................................... 2
Controls and Features ..................................................................................... 3
SAFETY ............................................................................................................4
Standard Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 4
Safety Instructions for Pan and Box Brakes ............................................................ 5
SET UP ............................................................................................................6
Unpacking ................................................................................................... 6
Inventory .................................................................................................... 6
Cleaning ..................................................................................................... 6
Tool Placement ............................................................................................. 7
Mounting ..................................................................................................... 7
OPERATIONS .....................................................................................................8
General ...................................................................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................9
General ...................................................................................................... 9
Cleaning and Lubrication ................................................................................. 9
PARTS ........................................................................................................... 10
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 12

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INTRODUCTION
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
Woodstock Technical Support
We stand behind our machines! In the event that a defect is found, parts are missing or questions arise
about your machine, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or
send e-mail to: [e-mail]. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot prob-
lems, send out parts or arrange warranty returns.
If you need the latest edition of this manual, you can download it from http://www.shopfox.biz.
If you still have questions after reading the latest manual, or if you have comments please contact us at:
Woodstock International, Inc.
Attn: Technical Support Department
P.O. Box 2309
Bellingham, WA 98227
Your new SHOP FOX® 24" Pan and Box Brake has been specially designed to provide many years of trou-
ble-free service. Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure
safe and reliable operation.
This pan and box brake is an indispensable tool if you need to increase the strength of sheet metal
plates with bends, or you intend on fabricating more complicated brackets, gussets, boxes, and fix-
tures. When bolted to a secure workbench, your pan and box brake allows you easily bend 24" wide
mild steels up to 20 gauge (1mm) thick in a range of angles from 0˚ to 135˚. The removable and adjust-
able fingers can be installed in a variety of positions to accommodate for varying widths of metal.
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 durabil-
ity of this product are included.
Specifications
Dimensions ................................................. 11" Tall x 30-11/16 Wide x 14" Deep
Working Height ..................................................................................... 9"
Maximum Steel Width ............................................................................ 24"
Maximum Steel Thickness ....................................................... 20 Gauge (1mm)
Approximate Pan and Box Brake Weight ................................................ 110 lbs.
About Your New 24" Pan and Box Brake
INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
Controls and Features
A. Holddown Assembly—Applies clamping pres-
sure to the sheet metal to be bent.
B. Holddown Finger Channel—Allows for the
finger T-nut to slide down the length of the
holddown to adjust for different widths of
sheet metal.
C. Holddown Clamping Lever—Allows you to
clamp and unclamp the sheet metal through
the cam mechanism.
D. Holddown Stop Flange—Allows for quick
indexing of one or many fingers.
E. Holddown Height Turnbuckle—Allows for
adjusting the holddown clamping height so
metal of various thicknesses can be clamped
and bent.
F. Finger Position Control—Allows for adjusting
the holddown and fingers to move them clos-
er or farther away from the point of bend.
G. Apron—Allows for even bending and support
for sheet metal.
H. Apron Face—Applies even pressure along the
surface of the sheet metal during the bend.
I. Apron Lever—Allows you to bend the sheet
metal with two levers.
J. Finger Knife-Edge—Allows for extremely
sharp bend if required.
K. High-Strength Fingers—Allows for bending
many different widths of metal.
L. Body—Supports all components and is drilled
for mounting on a heavy duty workbench.
Figure 1. Typical M1011 24" Pan and box brake controls and features.
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SAFETY
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
SAFETY
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Standard Safety Instructions
1. Read and understand the Instruction Manual before operating this tool. Learn the applications,
limitations and potential hazards of this tool. 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. Wear eye protection at all times. Use safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles that meet
the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
4. Ensure all safety guards are securely in place and in working condition.
5. Keep work area clean, free of clutter, grease, etc.
6. Keep children and visitors away. Visitors must be kept at a safe distance while operating unit.
7. Childproof your workshop and dangerous tools with padlocks, master switches or by removing
starter keys where applicable.
8. Do not force tool. The tool will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed.
9. Use correct tool. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
10. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neck ties, gloves, jewelry, and secure long hair
away from moving parts.
11. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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 tool, and/or a situation that may cause damage to the
tool.
NOTICE

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SAFETY
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
12. Perform tool maintenance and care. Follow lubrication and pre-use inspections listed in the
manual.
13. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the
tool! Then contact our Technical Support Department or ask a qualified expert how the operation
should be performed.
14. Habits—good and bad—are hard to break. Develop good habits in your shop and safety will become
second-nature to you.
Safety Instructions for Pan and Box Brakes
1. Do Not overload the pan and box brake. Bend 20 gauge (1mm thick) or thinner metal. Overloading
this tool can cause injury from flying parts.
2. Do Not use a torch near the fingers. Heating metal with a torch while the metal is in the pan and
box brake will weaken the fingers.
3. Always chamfer and de-burr sharp sheet metal edges. Sharp edges on sheet metal can cut
your fingers to the bone. Always chamfer and de-burr sheet metal before bending in the pan and
box brake.
4. Always wear leather gloves and approved safety glasses when using this tool.
5. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, STOP using
the tool and contact our Technical Support Department, or ask a qualified expert how the operation
should be performed.
6. Never use tools that are in poor condition. Inspect the pan and box brake for any cracked linkage,
levers, or loose fasteners. Correct any problems before use.
USE this and other machinery with caution
and respect. Always consider safety first,
as it applies to your individual working con-
ditions. No list of safety guidelines can be
complete—every shop environment is differ-
ent. Failure to follow guidelines could result
in serious personal injury, damage to equip-
ment or poor work results.
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!

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SETUP
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
The SHOP FOX® Model M1011 has been carefully pack-
aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has
been damaged, please contact Woodstock International
Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to:
[email protected]
READ and understand this entire instruc-
tion manual before using this tool.
Serious personal injury may occur if
safety and operational information is not
understood and followed. DO NOT risk
your safety by not reading!
Unpacking
SET UP
The following is a list of the parts components shipped
with the SHOP FOX® Model M1011.
Box Contents:
A. Lever ........................................................1
B. Hex Wrench (6 mm) .......................................1
C. 24" Pan and Box Brake ....................................1
D. 1" Fingers ...................................................2
E. 2" Fingers ...................................................4
F. 3" Fingers ...................................................2
G. 4" Fingers ...................................................2
Should any part be missing, examine the packaging
carefully to be sure those parts are not among the
packing materials. If any parts are missing, find the
part number in the back of this manual and contact
Woodstock International, Inc. at 360-734-3482 or at tech-
[e-mail]
Inventory
1. Remove the fingers from the pan and box brake.
2. Clean the protective coating from machine surfaces
and fingers. Note: Use a mild solvent and soft rag.
Harsh solvents like thinners, gasoline, acetone etc.
will damage painted surfaces and can permanently
etch metal surfaces
3. Place a light coat of machine oil on all machined sur-
faces to prevent rust.
SUFFOCATION HAZARD!
Immediately discard all plastic bags
and packing materials to eliminate
a choking and suffocation hazard
for children and animals.
Cleaning

SETUP
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M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
• Workbench Load: Make sure that your workbench is
strong enough to support the pan and box brake and
the work pieces that will be bent. The workbench
should not move when you are bending sheet metal.
• Working Clearances: Consider existing and
anticipated needs, size of material to be processed
through the tool, and the space needed for auxiliary
stands, work tables or other machinery when
establishing a location for your pan and box brake.
• Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough to
eliminate shadow and prevent eye strain.
MAKE your shop “child safe.” Ensure
that your workplace is inaccessible to
youngsters by closing and locking all
entrances when you are away. NEVER
allow untrained visitors in your shop
when assembling, adjusting or operat-
ing equipment.
Tool Placement
Mounting
A securely mounted pan and box brake gives you a bet-
ter feel for the amount of sheet metal "spring back"
and give you excellent control during the bending pro-
cess.
To mount the pan and box brake, do these steps:
1. Mount the Model M1011 to a flat and level work
surface, which is solid enough to hold the pan and
box brake and the work material.
2. Place the pan and box brake onto the work sur-
face and make sure there is adequate work room
on all sides.
3. Use a pen or pencil to transfer the hole locations
to the mounting surface.
4. Drill four 3/8" diameter holes in the work surface.
5. Mount the pan and box brake to the work surface
using 5/16" bolts, washers, and nuts.

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OPERATIONS
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
OPERATIONS
General
Keep fingers away from all clamp-
ing locations! Otherwise, severe pinch
injury may occur.
This pan and box brake is an indispensable tool if you
need to increase the strength of sheet metal plates with
bends, or you intend on fabricating more complicated
brackets, gussets, boxes, and fixtures.
This manual covers initial setup and describes pan and
box brake functions. Not covered is how to avoid prob-
lems with cracks in bends or compensate for structural
problems in the various types of metal you bend. These
problems can be solved by understanding the bendabil-
ity properties of metal, how to calculate the maximum
and minimum bend radius, spring back values, and bend
allowances.
Refer to publications and training if needed to under-
stand the mechanics of metal bending. With an
increased knowledge and practice, you will be able to
fabricate excellent sheet metal items.
To make a basic bend, do these steps:
1. Seat and install enough fingers against the holddown
stop flange, to match the width of metal to be bent
(see Figure 2).
2. Lift the hold down lever (see Figure 3), and insert
the sheet metal between the fingers and apron.
3. Align the sheet metal bend mark with the apron
edge, and lightly clamp the sheet metal in place.
If the lever is hard to lock in position, adjust both
holddown lock turnbuckles (see Figure 2) to accept
the workpiece thickness.
4. Adjust both finger setback cam levers to adjust the
fingers in or out, so the finger tips are set back from
the apron edge a minimum of 1-1/2 times the metal
thickness. Note: If the finger tips are any closer,
you will damage the finger tips during the bend.
5. Lower the hold down lever and clamp the sheet
metal in place. Note: Do not force the hold down
lever.
6. Lift up on the apron levers until the sheet metal
bend angle is at your desired angle. Figure 3. Holddown lever.
PINCH HAZARD!
Holddown
Lever
Figure 2. Fingers and turnbuckle.
Finger
Holddown Lock
Turnbuckle
Finger Setback
Cam Lever
Holddown
Stop Flange
Apron

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MAINTENANCE
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
MAINTENANCE
Regular periodic maintenance will ensure optimum pan
and box brake performance. Make a habit of inspecting
your pan and box brake each time you use it.
Check for the following conditions and repair or
replace when necessary:
• Loose mounting bolts.
• Worn fingers.
• Worn or cracked pivot pins or links.
• Bent or cracked levers.
• Any other condition that could hamper the safe
operation of this tool.
General
1. Clean the machined surfaces so no metal shavings,
burrs, or foreign material exists.
Note: Use a mild solvent and soft rag. Harsh sol-
vents like thinners, gasoline, acetone will damage
painted surfaces and can permanently etch metal
surfaces.
2. Wipe a light coat of machine oil on all machined
surfaces to prevent rust and apply a drop of
machine oil at the locations shown in Figure 4.
Cleaning and Lubrication
NEVER use gasoline or
other petroleum-based
solvents to clean with.
ALWAYS work in well-
ventilated areas far from
possible ignition sources
when using solvents to
clean machinery. Many
solvents are toxic when
inhaled or ingested.
Use care when disposing
of waste rags and
towels to be sure they
do not create fire or
environmental hazards.
Oil These
Oil Here
Oil These Oil Here
Figure 4. Lubrication points.

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PARTS
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake

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PARTS
M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
REF PART # DESCRIPTION
1 XPSB04M CAP SCREW M6-1 X 10
2 XPW03M FLAT WASHER 6MM
3 XM1011003 CONNECTING BLOCK
4 XPN02M HEX NUT M10-1.5
5 XM1011005 TURNBUCKLE
6 XPN02M HEX NUT M10-1.5
7 XM1011007 PIN SHAFT
8 XM1011008 LOCK LEVER
9 XM1011009 UPPER ECCENTRIC
10 XM1011010 SPLIT PIN
11 XM1011011 LEVER
12 XM1011012 MACHINE ID LABEL
13 XM1011013 HOLD DOWN ASSEMBLY
14 XM1011014 T-NUT
15 XM1011015 FINGER (1")
16 XM1011016 FINGER (2")
18 XM1011018 FINGER (3")
19 XM1011019 FINGER (4")
21 XM1011021 SHAFT
REF PART # DESCRIPTION
22 XPSS01M SET SCREW M6-1.0 X 10
23 XPSB14M CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 20
24 XPK47M KEY 4 X 4 X 15MM
25 XM1011025 BUSHING
26 XM1011026 BODY
27 XM1011027 SMALL SHAFT
28 XM1011028 LOWER LEFT ECCENTRIC
29 XM1011029 BUSHING
30 XM1011030 READ MANUAL LABEL
31 XM1011031 SHOP FOX LOGO
32 XM1011032 SAFETY GLASSES LABEL
33 XM1011033 APRON ANGLE
34 XPW01M FLAT WASHER 8MM
35 XPB85M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 18
36 XM1011036 APRON
37 XM1011037 HANDLE
38 XM1011038 SCREW ROD
39 XM1011039 LOWER RIGHT ECCENTRIC
40 XPW01M FLAT WASHER 8MM

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M1011 24" Pan and Box Brake
WARRANTY
Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX® machinery to be free of defects from work-
manship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase by the original owner.
This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or
accidents, lack of maintenance, or to repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone
other than Woodstock International, Inc.
Woodstock International, Inc. will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, the SHOP FOX®
machine or machine part which in normal use has proven to be defective, provided that the original
owner returns the product prepaid to the SHOP FOX® factory service center or authorized repair
facility designated by our Bellingham, WA office, with proof of their purchase of the product within 2
years, and provides Woodstock International, Inc. reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect
through inspection. If it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of Woodstock International Inc.'s warranty, then the original owner must bear the
cost of storing and returning the product.
This is Woodstock International, Inc.'s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be
implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are hereby limited
to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant that SHOP FOX® machinery complies
with the provisions of any law or acts. In no event shall Woodstock International, Inc.'s liability under
this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product, and any legal actions brought against
Woodstock International, Inc. shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom. We shall
in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or
consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
Every effort has been made to ensure that all SHOP FOX® machinery meets high quality and durabil-
ity standards. We reserve the right to change specifications at any time because of our commitment to
continuously improve the quality of our products.
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___5" - 8" Drill Press ___Mini Lathe
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___8" - 10" Bandsaw ___Scroll Saw
___Disc/Belt Sander ___Spindle/Belt Sander
___Mini Jointer
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11. Which portable/hand held power tools do you own? Check all that
apply.
___Belt Sander ___Orbital Sander
___Biscuit Joiner ___Palm Sander
___Circular Saw ___Portable Planer
___Detail Sander ___Saber Saw
___Drill/Driver ___Reciprocating Saw
___Miter Saw ___Router
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13. What new accessories would you like Woodstock International to carry?
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14. Do you think your purchase represents good value?
___Yes ___No
15. Would you recommend SHOP FOX® products to a friend?
___Yes ___No
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2. Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to.
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___Woodsmith ___Today’s Homeowner
___Home Handyman ___Woodwork
___Journal of Light Construction ___Woodworker
___Old House Journal ___Woodworker’s Journal
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___$20,000-$29,999 ___$60,000-$69,999
___$30,000-$39,999 ___$70,000-$79,999
___$40,000-$49,999 ___$80,000-$89,999
___$50,000-$59,999 ___$90,000 +
5. What is your age group?
___20-29 ___50-59
___30-39 ___60-69
___40-49 ___70 +
6. How long have you been a woodworker?
___0 - 2 Years ___8 - 20 Years
___2 - 8 Years ___20+ Years
7. How would you rank your woodworking skills?
___Simple ___Advanced
___Intermediate ___Master Craftsman
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