Shop Fox M1106 - Manual

-5- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SAFETY Additional Safety Instructions for Grinders 1. EYE PROTECTION. Grinding causes small particles to become airborne at a high rate of speed. ALWAYS wear safety glasses when using this machine. 2. MOUNTING TO BENCH/STAND. An unsecured grinder may ...

-6- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SAFETY ELECTRICAL This equipment must be grounded. Verify that any existing electrical out- let and circuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded. If it is not, it will be necessary to run a separate 12 AWG copper grounding wire from the outlet...

-7- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SET UP Your SHOP FOX ® Bench Grinder has been care- fully packaged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has been damaged, please contact your autho- rized SHOP FOX ® dealer immediately. Unpacking SET UP NOTICE If ordering replacement parts...

-8- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SET UP • Working Clearances: Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of material to be processed through the machine, and space for other machinery when establishing a location for your new machine. • Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough t...

-9- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SET UP The tool rest supports the workpiece during grinding. Certain types of grinding may require jigs or accessories to assure the proper angle of the workpiece against the wheel. The eye shield must be installed and positioned between the grinding ...

-10- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder SET UP Test Run Once your machine is mounted and assembled, you should perform a test run to make sure it works properly. To perform a test run, do these steps: 1. Make sure all tools are removed from the grinder area. 2. Make sure the switch is in t...

-11- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder OPERATIONS OPERATIONS General Your bench grinder will allow you to perform many types of grinding and buffing operations. However, the follow- ing section is not a complete guide for every possible use. We strongly recommend that you read books, trad...

-12- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder OPERATIONS Wheel Selection Aluminum oxide and silicon carbide wheels are marked in a somewhat uniform manner by all the major manufacturers. Understanding these markings will help you understand the capabilities of various wheels. Always refer to the...

-13- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder OPERATIONS Changing Grinding Wheels Before installing any grinding wheel you must check the structural integrity by performing a “ring test.” Hang the wheel on a string, then lightly tap the rim of the wheel with a piece of wood such as the handle of...

-14- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary: • Cracked or loose grinding wheel. • Loose mounting bolts. • Worn switch. • Worn or damaged cords and plugs. • Any other condition that could hamper the ...

-15- M1104, M1105, M1106 Heavy-Duty Bench Grinder MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting PROBLEM Motor will not start; fuses or circuit breakers blow. Motor overheats, stalls (resulting in blown fuses or tripped circuit). Wavy condition on surface of workpiece. Lines on surface of workpiece. Burning spots or c...

Warranty Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX ® machinery to be free of defects from work- manship and materials for a period of two 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, neg...

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