Grizzly Comprehensive Operation and Safety Guide for G9249 Lathe

6.Connect the machine to the power source.

7.Push the emergency stop button in, then twist it clockwise so it pops out. When the emer- gency stop button pops out, the switch is reset and ready for operation (see Figure 17).

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Figure 17. Resetting the emergency stop button.

8.Stand to the side of the spindle, then start the spindle and verify that the machine is oper- ating correctly by pulling up on the spindle direction lever—the spindle should rotate counterclockwise.

—When operating correctly, the machine runs smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises.

—Investigate and correct strange or unusual noises or vibrations before operating the machine further. Always disconnect the machine from power when investigating or correcting potential problems.

9.Press the emergency stop button to turn the lathe OFF and move the spindle direction lever to the center OFF position.

10.WITHOUT resetting the emergency stop but- ton, pull up on the spindle direction lever. The machine should not start.

—If the machine does not start, the emer- gency stop button safety feature is working correctly.

—If the machine does start (with the emer- gency stop button pushed in), immediately disconnect power to the machine. The emergency stop button safety feature is not working correctly. This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regu- lar operations. Call Tech Support for help.

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NOTICE

Make sure the headstock oil level is correct and all other parts are properly lubricated as outlined in this manual before you start the Test Run. Failure to do so could lead to premature failure of your lathe and will void the warranty.

11.Reset the emergency stop button, then restart the spindle rotation

12.For each of the safety features listed below, reset the tested safety feature.

—When each safety feature is tested, the machine should not start indicating that the safety feature is working correctly.

—If the machine does start when each safety feature is used, immediately use the emer- gency stop button to turn the machine OFF and disconnect the power to the machine. That safety feature is not working correctly. Each of these safety features must work properly before proceeding with testing or regular operations. Call Tech Support for help.

a.Open the change gear door no more than 2"—the machine should not start.

b.Lift the headstock cover no more than 2"—the machine should not start.

c.Lift the chuck guard up no more than 2"—the machine should not start.

13.After successfully completing all the Test Run steps, proceed to Spindle Break-In.

G9249  12" x 37" Belt Drive Gap Bed Lathe