6.Attach the lifting straps to the power lifting equipment (see Figure 17 for an example).
Use Blocks to Space Straps Away
from Control Rod, Feed Rod, Leadscrew & Prevent Bending During Lifting
Power Lifting
Equipment
Lifting
Straps
Hardwood | Hardwood |
Blocking | Blocking |
Figure 17. Example of lathe setup for lifting.
7.At each end of the lathe, have assistants con- nect guide rods to safely keep the lathe from swaying or tipping during lifting.
When lifting the lathe with straps, the load will be top heavy. Take extra care to keep the load balanced vertically and only lift the lathe far enough to remove the shipping pallet.
8.Raise the lathe a couple of inches and check the balance of the load.
9.raise the lathe enough to clear the shipping pallet, carefully remove the pallet, then lower the lathe into position.
Model G0740 (Mfg. Since 11/12)
Leveling & Mounting
You must level your machine and either use the included foot pads and leveling hardware or bolt and shim your lathe to the floor. Because mount- ing your lathe to the floor with permanent hard- ware is an optional step and floor materials may vary, floor mounting hardware is not included.
Leveling
For accurate turning results and to prevent warping the cast iron bed and ways, the lathe bedways MUST be leveled from
Leveling machinery helps precision components, such as bedways, remain straight and flat during the lifespan of the machine. Components on a machine that is not level may slowly twist due to the dynamic loads placed on the machine during operation.
For best results, use a precision level that is at least 12" long and sensitive enough to show a distinct movement when a 0.003" shim (approxi- mately the thickness of one sheet of standard newspaper) is placed under one end of the level.
See the figure below for an example of a high precision level.