Model SB1001 8K™ Lathe | O P E R A T I O N | For Machines Mfg. Since 8/11 |
4.Align the registration mark on the chuck (see Figure 19) with the one on the spindle.
Note: The camlock studs were adjusted at the factory to correctly fit the corresponding spindle cam hole, then the registration marks were made so that the chuck can be mounted with the same alignment each time.
Registration
Marks
Figure 19. Chuck and spindle registration marks.
5.Install the chuck by inserting the camlock studs straight into the spindle cam holes.
Important: Avoid inserting the studs at an
CORRECT | INCORRECT |
Figure 20. Inserting camlock studs into spindle cam
holes.
6.Incrementally tighten the camlocks in a
7.When the chuck is fully seated and all the camlocks are tight, verify that the chuck fits the spindle properly by checking for any gaps between the mating surfaces.
—If there are no gaps, proceed to Step 8.
—If there is a gap, remove the chuck, re- clean the mating surfaces carefully, and
8.Verify that the chuck/spindle tapers are seated firmly together by removing the chuck, per the Chuck Removal instructions on the next page, and pay close attention to how easily the tapers release.
—If it was necessary to bump the chuck or use a mallet to release the tapers, then they are seating together properly.
—If the tapers released easily with little intervention, they are not seated together firmly as required. Remove the chuck, re- clean the mating surfaces carefully, and