Jet Tools GH-1440ZX Carriage, Four Way Tool Post, Apron, Tailstock, Leadscrew and Feed Rod

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Carriage

The carriage (C, Figure 10) is made from high quality cast iron. The cross-slide (E, Figure 10) is mounted on the carriage and moves on a dovetailed slide which can be adjusted for play by means of the gibs.

The compound slide (D, Figure 10) which is T- slotted, and mounted on the cross slide (E, Figure 10) can be rotated 360°. The compound slide and the cross slide travel in a dovetailed slide and have adjustable gibs.

Four Way Tool Post

The four way tool post (F, Figure 10) is mounted on the compound slide and allows a maximum of four tools to be mounted at the same time. Remember to use a minimum of two clamping screws when installing a cutting tool.

Apron

The apron (G, Figure 10) is mounted to the carriage. Quick travel of the apron is accomplished by means of a bed-mounted rack and pinion, operated by the handwheel on the front of the apron.

Tailstock

The tailstock (H, Figure 11) slides on a v-way

and can be locked at any location by a clamping

lever. The tailstock has a heavy duty quill with aFigure 11 Morse Taper #4, or Morse Taper #5 (18” and

22” models).

Leadscrew and Feed Rod

The leadscrew (J, Figure 11) and feed rod (K, Figure 11) are mounted on the front of the machine bed. They are connected to the gearbox at the left and are supported by bearings on both ends. Both are equipped with shear pins.

Feed Gearbox

The gearbox (L, Figure 11) is made from high quality cast iron and is mounted to the left side of the machine bed.

Steady Rest

The steady rest (M, Figure 11) serves as a support for shafts on the free tailstock end. The steady rest is mounted on the bedway and secured from below with a bolt, nut and locking plate. The sliding fingers require continuous lubrication at the contact points with the workpiece to prevent them from premature wear.

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Contents ZX Series Lathes More Information WMH Tool Group Warranty Warranty and ServiceTable of Contents Page Page Capacities SpecificationsGH-1640ZX GH-1840ZX GH-2280ZX Unpacking Contents of the Shipping ContainerChuck Preparation Three Jaw Uncrating and CleanupLubrication Coolant Preparation Electrical ConnectionsHeadstock General DescriptionConversion to 460 Volt Operation Lathe BedTailstock CarriageFour Way Tool Post ApronFollow Rest ControlsLeft Repeated Thread Cutting Gib AdjustmentsOperation Feed and Thread SelectionAligning Tailstock to Headstock Installing Removable Gap SectionBelt Replacement and Adjustment Removing Gap Section