Sedgwick SM210, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

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SM210 Operation/Maintenance Instructions Page 15 of 29
6.3 Direction of Rotation
The machine spindle is designed for one direction of rotation only. The rotation should be
anticlockwise when viewed from the top.
It is most important that the tooling is fitted to the machine to operate in the correct direction
of rotation. The operator shall ensure that the workpiece is fed to the tools against the
direction of spindle rotation. To reduce the risk of kickback, always start the machine before
presenting the workpiece. Ensure that the machine is switched off when left unattended.
6.4 Table Inserts
Use the table rings provided to reduce the gap between the table and the spindle to a
minimum. Correct use of the table rings to give the smallest possible hole reduces the risk of
the workpiece dipping and catching the edge as it passes over the gap.
6.5 Speed Selection
The relationship between the tool diameter, the cutting length and the maximum rotational
speed of the spindle is important. This can be determined from the following graph:
To obtain the different spindle speeds required for the various diameters and types of cutter
equipment simply alter the position of the drive belt again the pulley ratio.
This unit is totally enclosed within the main frame and is accessed via the door on the left of
the machine’s body.
It is important that all spindle motion has ceased, and the machine has been electronically
isolated before opening this door.