-26- Model G0740 (Mfg. Since 11/12)
5. make sure the power cord and wires have
slack between the strain relief and terminal
connections so that they do not bind, then
tighten the strain relief to secure the cord.
Note: The strain relief must be tightened
against the outer jacket of the cord. Avoid
over-tightening the strain relief or it may
crush the cord and cause a short.
6. test the strain relief to ensure it is properly
tightened by pulling the cord from outside the
box with light-to-moderate force. When the
strain relief is properly tightened, the cord will
not move inside the cabinet.
7. install a nema 15-20 plug on the other end
of the power cord per the plug manufacturer's
instructions.
8. Close and lock the main electrical box door.
To avoid unexpected start-up of lathe
components, keep the two-speed motor
switch turned Off and the STOP button
pressed in until instructed otherwise in the
Test R un.
once the assembly is complete, test run your
machine to make sure it runs properly and is
ready for regular operation.
The test run consists of verifying:
• the motor powers up and runs correctly.
• the motor turns in the correct direction
(machine is not wired out of phase).
• the safety features work correctly.
• the brake system works correctly.
• the cutting fluid system works correctly.
if, during the test run, you cannot easily locate
the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop
using the machine immediately, then review
Troubleshooting on Page 73.
Tes t R un
9. Connect the plug to the matching receptacle
and power source as specified in Circuit
Requirements for 220v on Page 15.
figure 24. location of the two-speed switch.
To test run your machine:
1. make sure the two-speed motor switch (see
figure 24) is turned OFF and the spindle
lever is in the oFF (middle) position.
two-speed
motor switch
spindle
lever
before starting the lathe, make sure you
have performed the preceding assembly
and adjustment instructions, and you have
read through the rest of the manual and
are familiar with the various functions and
safety features on this machine. failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
personal injury or even death!