Basic Controls
Headstock Controls
Use Figures
Main Power Switch
Incoming Power |
Terminal Box |
A
E
B
C
D
B
Main Power Switch |
Figure 17. Main power switch.
The main power switch is located on the left rear of the lathe, next to the incoming power terminal box. Turn the switch to "I" to allow the power to flow to the machine.
Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to decrease the risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre- cautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
Model G0554Z (Mfg 01/09+)
Figure 18. Headstock controls.
A.Feed Rate & Thread Charts: Show the con- figurations of the change gears, levers, and knobs needed to set the rotational speed of the leadscrew or feed rod.
B.Spindle Speed Levers: Configure the inter- nal headstock gearing for the various spindle speeds.
C.A–B Feed Rate Lever: One of the three con- trols for setting the feed rate (the remaining controls are on the gearbox).
D.Spindle Speed Configuration Chart:
Displays the spindle speed lever settings for the various spindle speeds.
E.Feed Direction Lever: Controls feed rod or leadscrew rotation direction.