Harbor Freight Tools 44991 - Manual (Page 5)

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3. An optional oil pan can be placed under the machine before it is mounted to the table.
4. Before operation, loosen the slide, worktable, and drill-mill spindle. They were locked
for shipping.
5. Remove all packing material and clean machine with nonflammable solvent. Oil the
machine according to the lubrication requirements before running the machine.
Assembly
1. Install the Chuck.
- Thoroughly clean the tapered hole in the Chuck (164) and the Spindle (79) shaft of
all dirt, grease, oil, and protective coatings (paint thinner may be necessary).
- Slide the Chuck onto the Spindle shaft.
- Turn the Chuck sleeve clockwise and open the jaws completely.
- Tap the nose of the Chuck lightly with a piece of wood to securely set the Chuck.
2. If necessary, screw the Handles into the Small Hand Wheels.
3. Check the angle of the Vertical Support (68) for true vertical. Check all bolts for
tightness.
Operation
This Mini Milling/Drilling Machine is capable of machining metal and nonmetallic stock by
cutting, drilling, and milling. It can cut circular surfaces, both inside and out, cones, mill
planes or grooves, and other cutting functions depending on the tools used.
The machine consists of the following main components as shown in the photo below.
Motor (127)
Small (fine) Feed Wheel (93)
Headstock and Spindle Box (49)
Cross Feed Hand Wheel (5)
Working Table (19)
Saddle (35)
Longitudinal Feed Hand Wheel
Base (1)
Connecting Strut (72)
Limit Block (65)
Emergency Stop Switch (37)
Balance Mechanism Assy.
Vertical Support (68)
Electrical Box (69)
Speed Control Knob (134)