3.Lay the right hand stand on its side so the two shelves can be more easily assembled to it. See Figure 5. The two shelves differ by the location of the bolt holes located along the front and rear flanges. Fasten with four (4) 5⁄16'' - 18 x 3⁄4'' bolts, washers and nuts for each shelf. Do not tighten securely at this point.
Figure 5. Attaching shelves to right hand stand.
4.Carefully position the right hand stand and assembled shelves alongside the cabinet. See Figure 6. Use four (4) 5⁄16'' - 18 x 3⁄4'' bolts, washers and nuts to secure the upper and lower shelves to the stand.
Figure 6. Attach shelves to stand cabinet.
5.With an assistant, set the lathe bed assem- bly on the stand, with the headstock so it is on the cabinet stand. Secure the lathe bed to the stands using six (6) 5⁄16'' - 18 x 21⁄2'' Allen® head bolts, washers and nuts sup- plied.
6.Remove the head cover from the headstock by taking out three (3) Phillips® head screws. Turn the variable speed control lever to the highest speed position, if it is not already there.
7.Loosen the upper hex nuts on the motor adjustment bolts to allow the motor to pivot upward freely. See Figure 7. Place the V- belt over the lower pulley and lift up on the motor while slipping the
Figure 7. Loosening motor mount bolts.
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