Check Gearbox Oil

It is critical that you make sure there is oil in the headstock and apron before proceeding with the test run. Refer to Lubrication beginning on Page 47 for detailed instructions.

GEARBOXES MUST

BE FILLED WITH OIL!

NO OIL SHIPPED WITH

MACHINE!

Requires ISO 68 or Non-Detergent SAE 20W Motor Oil.

Test Run

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 following: 1) The motor powers up and runs correctly and 2) the safety features 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 53.

If you cannot find a remedy, contact our Tech Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.

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!

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To test run the machine:

1.Make sure you understand the safety instruc- tions at the beginning of the manual and that the machine is setup properly.

2.Perform all lubrication procedures in the

Lubrication subsection on Page 47.

3.Make sure the 3-jaw chuck is firmly mounted on the spindle. Check the clamps on the back of the chuck, as shown in Figure 15 (refer to

Chuck & Faceplate Mounting/Removal on

Page 22 for detailed instructions).

Spindle Clamp

Figure 15. Spindle clamp.

4.Make sure all tools and objects used during setup are cleared away from the machine.

5.Move the feed rod/leadscrew lever to the neutral (center) position (see Figure 16). This will prevent the carriage from moving during testing.

Feed Rod/Leadscrew Lever

Figure 16. Feed rod/leadscrew lever in center

(neutral) position.

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