As a machine vice is used to hold much of the smaller work to be milled, we should consider how to set the vice onto the machine table? Both the table surface and the vice mounting surface must be clean and free from any surface irregularities. Check that the machine quill is at 90deg. to the machine table, photo 1. Place the vice onto the machine table making sure that the tee slot locating dogs (if fitted) do not damage the table surface or the sides of the tee slots.
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