-30- Model G0740 (Mfg. Since 11/12)
4. use the foot brake to stop spindle rotation,
then run the lathe at 215 rpm for 10 minutes
with the gearbox range lever on the head-
stock in the L (low) position, and then run the
lathe another 10 minutes with the lever in the
H (high) position.
5. While the oil is still warm and any metal par-
ticles are still suspended in the oil, change
the headstock and gearbox oil (refer to
Lubrication beginning on Page 65 for
detailed instructions).
6. Check the V-belt tension, and if necessary,
re-tension them (refer to v-belts on Page 79
for detailed instructions).
Congratulations! the spindle break-in is com-
plete.
the following adjustments have been made at the
factory. however, because of the many variables
involved with shipping, we recommend that you
at least verify the following adjustments to ensure
the best possible results from the lathe.
step-by-step instructions for these adjustments
can be found on the pages referenced below.
factory adjustments that should be verified:
• tailstock alignment (see Page 40).
• Compound and cross slide backlash adjust-
ment (see Page 76).
• gib adjustments (see Page 77).
Recommended
Adjustments