Grizzly G9249 Mounting to Shop Floor, Bolting to Concrete Floors, Using Machine Mounts

11.Review the information in the following sub- section, Mounting to Shop Floor, and select a mounting method.

12.To ensure accurate results from your lathe, use a machinist's precision level to make the lathe bedway exactly level from side-to-side and from front-to-back. If necessary, use shims between the cabinets and floor.

Note: Re-check the bedway after 24 hours, after two weeks, then annually to make sure it remains level.

Mounting to Shop

Floor

Although not required, we recommend that you mount your new machine to the floor. Because this is an optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mounting hardware is not included. Generally, you can either bolt your machine to the floor or mount it on machine mounts. Both options are described below. Whichever option you choose, it is necessary to level your machine with a precision level.

Bolting to Concrete Floors

Lag shield anchors with lag bolts and anchor studs (Figure 13) are two popular methods for anchoring an object to a concrete floor. We sug- gest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best that fits your specific application.

NOTICE

Anchor studs are stronger and more per- manent alternatives to lag shield anchors; however, they will stick out of the floor, which may cause a tripping hazard if you decide to move your machine.

Using Machine Mounts

Using machine mounts, shown in Figure 14, gives the advantage of fast leveling and vibration reduc- tion. The large size of the foot pads distributes the weight of the machine to reduce strain on the floor.

Figure 14. Machine mount example.

NOTICE

We strongly recommend securing your machine to the floor if it is hardwired to the power source. Consult with your electrician to ensure compliance with local codes.

Anchor Stud

Lag Shield Anchor & Bolt

Figure 13. Typical fasteners for mounting to

concrete floors.

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NOTICE

The gap is installed, then ground at the fac- tory during lathe assembly for precise fit and alignment. Factors during the assembly apply additional forces to the gap, making replacing the gap to the original position very difficult. If you choose to remove the gap, we DO NOT recommend replacing it.

G9249  12" x 37" Belt Drive Gap Bed Lathe