Southbend SB1013, SB1014, SB1015, SB1038, SB1037 Spindle Break-In, To complete the spindle break-in

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For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09

P R E P A R A T I O N

EVS Toolroom Lathes

Spindle Break-In

It is essential to closely follow the proper break-in procedures to ensure trouble-free performance. Complete this process once you have familiarized yourself with all instructions in this manual and completed the test run.

To complete the spindle break-in:

1.Successfully complete the Test Run procedure beginning on Page 17.

2.Move the gearbox range lever to low range position, as shown in Figure 26.

LOW

Neutral

HIGH

Figure 26. Gearbox range lever-break in.

3.Turn the spindle speed dial (Figure 27) all the way counterclockwise to the minimum speed, and move the spindle speed range lever to the low range.

Spindle Speed Dial

Spindle Speed

 

 

 

Lever

Low

 

High

20-400 RPM

 

400-2500 RPM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 27. Spindle speed controls.

4.Move the feed direction forward/reverse lever (Figure 28) to the neutral position.

FORWARD

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

Figure 28. Feed direction lever in neutral position.

Do not leave the lathe unattended during the break-in period. Make sure that you keep a close eye on the headstock oil thermometer (Figure 29) on the oil reservoir. If the headstock oil temperature reaches 160°F, shut the lathe down and let the system cool before resuming break-in.

Figure 29. Oil temperature thermometer.

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Contents 14 & 16 EVS Toolroom Lathes Manual Feedback UpdatesCustomer Service Scope of ManualTable of Contents Accessories Capabilities FeaturesAbout These Machines ForewordIdentification Trained/Supervised Operators Only Basic Machine SafetyUnderstanding Risks of Machinery F E T Y Additional Metal Lathe Safety Typical preparation process is as follows Preparation OverviewThings Youll Need UnpackingTool Box Inventory Figure Qty InventoryMain Inventory 1 Figure Qty Basic steps for removing rust preventative Cleaning & ProtectingBefore cleaning, gather the following Location To lift and move your lathe Cross-Section View of Lifting SetupLifting & Moving Leveling Leveling & MountingBolting to Concrete Floors AssemblyLubricating Lathe Adding Cutting Fluid Power ConnectionTo connect power cord to the lathe Connecting Power Cord to LatheHardwiring Lathe to Power Source To test run your machine Correcting Out-of-Phase WiringTo correct wiring that is out of phase Test RunControl panel-test run Spindle ON/OFF lever-setup E P a R a T I O N To complete the spindle break-in Spindle Break-InFactory adjustments that should be verified Recommended AdjustmentsOperation Overview Carriage Controls Main Power SwitchHeadstock Controls Control panel Control PanelTailstock controls Tailstock Controls Foot BrakeItems Needed Qty Removing Chuck or FaceplateTo mount a chuck or faceplate Mounting Chuck or FaceplateTool Needed Qty Installing and Adjusting Camlock StudsCorrect camlock stud alignment Jaw ChuckTo change the jaw Changing JawsMounting Workpiece Item Needed QtyTo mount a workpiece on the 4-jaw chuck TailstockMoving Along Bedway Using QuillInstalling Tooling To install tooling in the tailstockTo align the tailstock offset to the spindle center line OffsettingAligning Looking down from above Move tailstock toward Mounting Workpiece Between Centers FaceplateMounting Workpiece with Clamps Live Centers CentersMounting Dead Center in Spindle Dead CentersTo mount a center in the tailstock Removing Center from SpindleMounting Center in Tailstock Removing Center from TailstockFollow Rest To install and use the steady restSteady Rest To set the compound slide at a certain angle Compound SlideFour-Way Tool Post To load the tool postCenter Aligning Cutting Tool with Tailstock CenterTools Needed Qty To align the cutting tool with the tailstockCarriage Stop Adjustable Apron Stop SystemTo adjust the carriage stop Spindle Speed Manual FeedSetting Spindle Speed Power FeedTo use the quick change feed direction knob Power Feed ControlsTo engage the power feed Mod. D.P Understanding Thread & Feed Rate ChartPositioning Gearbox Levers Configuring End Gears End Gear SetupNormal Position Alternate PositionHalf Nut Lever Power Feed LeverThread Dial & Chart Overview Threading ControlsOdd Numbered TPI Using Thread Dial and ChartTPI 4-72 Divisible By TPI 2-54 Not Divisible By27⁄8 TPI Chip DrawerOther Fractional TPI To use the cutting fluid system on your lathe Cutting Fluid SystemHigh-Precision 3-Jaw Scroll Chucks AccessoriesSBL Gearhead T-Shirt SBL One Good Turn T-Shirt SB1247-MT4 Bull Nose CenterSB1279-10 Pc. Precision 5-C Collet Set Cleaning Maintenance ScheduleAnnual Service Checking & Adding Oil Monitoring Oil TemperatureLubrication HeadstockTo clean the oil pump system Cleaning Pump System & Changing OilChanging Oil GearboxApron Unpainted & Machined Surfaces Lead Screw & Feedrod BearingsLead Screw Ways & SlidesBall Oilers Cleaning Electrical Box FilterTo clean the filter Lubricating Annual MaintenanceEnd Gearing Handling & CareAdding Fluid HazardsTo change the cutting fluid Changing Cutting FluidTo prepare your machine for short-term storage up to a year Machine StorageCross Slide Leadscrew Backlash AdjustmentCompound Leadscrew To remove leadscrew end play Leadscrew End Play AdjustmentGib Adjustment To adjust the half nut Half Nut AdjustmentTo adjust the clutch release point Feedrod Clutch AdjustmentBelts Brake & SwitchTo adjust the V-belts To adjust the brake and brake switchRe-install the pedal stop, tightening it To replace the shear pin Leadscrew Shear Pin ReplacementRe-install the access covers To remove the gap Gap Removal InstallationTo re-install the gap TR O U B L E S H O OTI N G TR O U B L E S H O OTI N G TR O U B L E S H O OTI N G Warranty Southbendlathe.com
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