Grizzly G4000 manual Assembly & Setup, MountingChucks, Lubrication

SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY & SETUP

MountingChucks

This lathe model should be securely mounted to a stand or benchtop. An accessory stand is avail- able from Grizzly, please see our current catalog for pricing. There are two holes at each end of the lathe base which can be used to secure machine to the base.

The lathe does not require a great deal of assem- bly. This section details the installation of the var- ious accessory holding devices. The following section will familiarize you with the controls for your new lathe. After you have completed both of these sections we will do a test run of the machine. Do not attempt a test run until you have become familiar with both of these sections.

DO NOT attempt to start this machine until you have completed all of the assembly and control familiarization steps. When perform- ing the assembly steps, ensure that the switch is off and the power is disconnected. Failure to comply with this could cause inadvertent starting of the machine which can result in serious operator injury.

Lubrication

The G4000 is shipped from the factory pre-lubri- cated. However, it is recommended that you go through the entire lubrication sequence before operating the machine. Review Section 7: Maintenance for lubrication instructions.

Lubrication must be completed before you start your new lathe.

The Model G4000 Metal Lathe comes equipped with a 4'' 3-jaw chuck (already installed), a 7'' 4- jaw chuck and a face plate.

The 3-jaw chuck is a scroll-type chuck, meaning that all three jaws move in unison when adjust- ments are made. The 4-jaw chuck, on the other hand, features independent jaws. The 4-jaw chuck is used for square or unevenly-shaped stock.

The 3 and 4-jaw chucks have a setscrew in the hub of the back plate. Figure 2. This setscrew prevents the chucks from unscrewing when rotat- ing the lathe in the reverse direction. Prior to removing the chuck, loosen the setscrew in the hub of the back plate.

Setscrew

Figure 2. Typical chuck mounting.

ALWAYS place a piece of plywood over the ways of the lathe before removing or installing a chuck. This helps in providing a flat surface for the chuck to land on, there- by avoiding a potential finger pinch situa- tion.

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