Chuck Installation

To ensure accurate work, it is extremely important to make sure the spindle nose and chuck mating surfaces are clean. Even a small amount of lint or debris can affect accuracy.

The chuck is properly installed when it is seated against the backplate shoulder (see Figure 19 below).

Backplate

Shoulder

Mounting

Hole

Inside

 

Taper

 

Figure 19. Spindle backplate.

 

Tools Needed:

Qty

Open-End Wrench 10mm

1

To install the chuck:

 

1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!

2.Use an appropriate device to protect ways dur- ing installation process (refer to Installation & Removal Device on Page 25).

3.Thoroughly clean and wipe-down all mating surfaces with a lightly-oiled, lint-free rag.

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4.Insert chuck screws through mounting holes in spindle backplate, as shown in Figure 20. Make sure chuck seats firmly and evenly against backplate shoulder.

Intrinsic

Chuck Screw

Backplate

 

Figure 20. Inserting chuck into backplate.

5.Use a lock washer and hex nut on each chuck screw to secure chuck (see Figure 21).

Hex Nut

Lock Washer

Figure 21. Chuck secured against backplate.

Model G0765 (Mfd. Since 12/13)

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Grizzly MODEL G0765 owner manual Chuck Installation, Tools Needed Qty, To install the chuck