Jack Bolts
Pads
Figure 19. Leveling pads and screws.
—If using mounting hardware that does not allow for adjustment, level the lathe by placing metal shims between the lathe base and the floor before bolting it down.
Bolting to Concrete Floors
Lag screws and anchors, or anchor studs (see Figure 20), are two popular methods for bolt- ing machinery to a concrete floor. We suggest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best one for your specific application.
Anchor
Stud
Lag Screw
and Anchor
Figure 20. Typical fasteners for mounting to
concrete floors.
Assembly
With the exception of the handwheel handles, the lathe is shipped fully assembled.
To install the handwheel handles, thread the large handle into the carriage handwheel and the small handle into the cross slide handwheel, as shown in Figure 21.
Handwheel
Handles
Figure 21. Handwheel handles installed.
Lubricating Lathe
GEARBOXES MUST
BE FILLED WITH OIL!
LATHE MAY NOT
HAVE OIL INCLUDED!
Refer to the Lubrication Section in this Manual for Recommended Oil Type.
unless otherwise specified by your local codes, this machine MuST be secured to the floor if it is permanently connected (hardwired) to the power supply.
The headstock,
Damage caused to the bearings and gears from running the lathe without oil in the reservoirs will not be covered under warranty. Refer to the Lubrication section, beginning on Page 65, for checking and adding oil.
Model G0740 (Mfg. Since 11/12)