7.2Tools required for assembly
provided:
19mm combination wrench (for headstock)
not provided:
4mm hex key (for collars, lamps) 8mm hex key (for legs, brackets) 10mm hex key (for tool caddy)
14mm
Other tools may be required, depending upon any optional accessories you purchased.
7.3Unpacking and cleanup
1.Remove all smaller items from main carton. Do not discard carton or packing material until lathe is assembled and running satisfactorily.
2.Inspect contents for shipping damage; if any found, report it to your distributor.
3.Compare contents of shipping carton with the contents list in this manual. Report shortages, if any, to your distributor. Note: Check lathe first – some parts may have been
7.4Installing legs
See Figures 3 through 6.
1.Loosen both headstock cams (A, Figure 3) with provided wrench.
2.Unscrew stop bolts (B, Figure 3) from each end of bed.
Figure 4
4.Carefully turn bed upside down on skid (make sure nothing is beneath that would scratch the bed ways). Turn it opposite direction from Powermatic logo plate to prevent damage to plate.
5.Install legs (Figure 5), with eight screws, lock washers and flat washers
NOTE: If you will be installing the #6294900, 20” Bed Extension Kit (optional accessory), now is the optimal time to verify that right leg and bed end surfaces are flush. See Figure 16 and accompanying text for details.
6.Tighten screws firmly.
Figure 3
3.Slide off headstock, tailstock and toolrest base (Figure 4).
The headstock weighs 187 lb. Get assistance to help remove. Failure to comply may result in personal injury and/or damage to headstock.
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Figure 5
7.Install leveling feet (Figure 6), and tighten each nut against the leg. (These can be adjusted later.)
Figure 6
NOTE: If you are bolting lathe to floor instead of using the leveling feet, AND you will be installing the #6294900, 20” Bed Extension Kit (optional accessory), you will need to shim or block up the legs (minimum
