New Mark V owner with a few questions

spwhite65 · Post by **spwhite65** » Sat Dec 06, 2008 9:53 pm

Hello all I just received a used SS Mark V for free. The model number is 555510 and the S/N is 120590. From what I can figure out is that it is made in 1982. I have a few questions. 1. Where might I find a manual, I know that I can order one from SS for $23.00, I was hoping that I could download one. 2. When I turn the speed control it don't go all the way around like some of the videos that I have seen on line. And when I do turn it it starts to spin but then it stops as the belt is getting pinched in the pully that adjusts(not the motor pully). I kow that it needs some adjusting, but I am unsure as to where to start. Thanks in advance for any help. Also be ready for a lot more questions as I will be thinking of others along the way. Thanks again.

doug45601 · Post by **doug45601** » Sat Dec 06, 2008 10:33 pm

Welcome to the Forum!

Your Shopsmith according to the numbers provided indicate it was made Dec 05, 1990 and is a model 510, the 520 being the newest and the 500 and 505 being the grandfathers.

No place avail to download the manual.. Best bet is ebay.

The speed dial should only be turned while the machine is RUNNING ! If it still is sluggish or seems to stick while the machine is running then a little maintenance is required.. Also, try to make sure that the dial is set to slow when you first switch it on.. There is no belt pinch but there is an expandble lower pully system that actually changes the rpm from slow to fast by turning the speed dial. Actually the motor remains constant speed and the pully does all the work.

There is a cover "shopsmith logo" on the op side of the speed dial that is the access hole for maintenance and inspection. I suspect you may need to oil your "shieves" shaft for the expandible pully system.

Hopefully other more experienced owners/users will log on and help you a little further along..

Welcome to the forum.... Happy Holidays..

doug45601 · Post by **doug45601** » Sat Dec 06, 2008 10:37 pm

BTW, check out this link if you haven't already and at the top, click on TIPS, lost of help there in both woodworking and equipment maintenance..

http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/index.htm

spwhite65 · Post by **spwhite65** » Sat Dec 06, 2008 11:23 pm

Thanks for the replys. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

a1gutterman · Post by **a1gutterman** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 2:20 am

Hi spwhite65,
There are many maintenance clips plus other information to view here: http://www.shopsmithacademy.com/Sawdust_Sessions.htm .

If you have questions regarding the procedures that you learn, feel free to ask.

iclark · Post by **iclark** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 3:13 am

welcome to the forum. I think you'll find it one of the most helpful groups of people anywhere.

Doug has already given you the important piece of info about not turning the the speed dial when the SS is off.

Tim has pointed you at the Sawdust sessions.

there are a few manuals at
http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/productmanuals.htm
but they do not include the SS user manual

there is a FAQs page at
http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/faq/index.htm
that includes some links to product history and finding the manufacturing date from the serial number.

if you update your info with your general location, you may find other members in your area speaking up to offer you help in person.

Ivan

wa2crk · Post by **wa2crk** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:42 am

Hi;
I just wanted to put my two cents worth here. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, PUT YOUR HAND THROUGH THE ACCESS COVER WITH THE MACHINE PLUGGED IN TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET!!!.
Full line voltage is always on the rear switch contacts when the plug is in an outlet. SAFETY, FIRST, LAST AND ALWAYS.
bILL

dusty · Post by **dusty** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:52 am

[quote="wa2crk"]Hi]

Let me add to this:

The natural reflex that occurs when you touch that "hot line" will certainly result in some nasty scraps on you hand and arm. To that I can attest.

Welcome to forum from one who has experienced many of the "don'ts".

You really need a manual but since one is not immediately available please utilize the Sawdust Sessions that have been suggested. There are several that will serve as a reasonable substitute for the manual until you can get one.

davevz · Post by **davevz** » Sun Dec 07, 2008 12:01 pm

Hi spwhite65
welcome to the forum. Whose directing you to a manual are right, it is so useful. I just this AM received a holiday shopping e-mail that has one of the manual that you need on sale. Check it out!
davevz
http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/spec ... pn=UYXYQPY