Southbend SB Preparation Overview, Things Youll Need, P R E P A R A T I O N, For Power Connection

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P R E P A R A T I O N

 

P R E P A R A T I O N

 

13" Heavy 13® Gearhead Lathe

For Machines Mfg. Since 5/11

 

 

 

Preparation Overview

The purpose of the preparation section is to help you prepare your machine for operation. The list below outlines this basic process. Specific steps for each of these points will be covered in detail later in this section.

The typical preparation process is as follows:

1.Unpack the lathe and inventory the contents of the box/crate.

2.Clean the lathe and its components.

3.Identify an acceptable location for the lathe and move it to that location.

4.Level the lathe and either bolt it to the floor or place it on mounts.

5.Assemble the loose components and make any necessary adjustments or inspections to ensure the lathe is ready for operation.

6.Check/lubricate the lathe.

7.Connect the lathe to the power source.

8.Test run the lathe to make sure it functions properly.

9.Perform the spindle break-in procedure to prepare the lathe for operation.

Things You'll Need

To complete the preparation process, you will need the following items:

For Lifting and Moving

ss!!FORKLIFT ORLOTHERTPOWERRLIFTINGHDEVICE rated for at least 25% more than the shipping weight of the lathe (see Product Specifications beginning on Page 1)

ss,IFTINGTstraps, each rated for at least 25% more than the shipping weight of the lathe

ss'UIDEIRODS FOR STEADINGFTHERLOAD WHENALIFTING ss Two other people for assistance when moving

machine

ss Hardwood blocks (see Page 22)

For Power Connection

ss!!POWEROSOURCE THATOMEETSCTHE MINIMUMT circuit requirements for this machine (review

Power Supply Requirements on the next page for details)

ss!N ELECTRICIAN ORRQUALIFIEDNSERVICE PERSONNELI to ensure a safe and code-compliant connection to the power source

For Cleaning & Assembly

ssCotton rags

ssMineral spirits

ssQuality metal protectant oil ss 3AFETY glasses

ss Wrench or socket 21mm ss Wrench or socket 19mm

ss &LOOROmounting hardware as needed ss 0RECISIONILEVEL

ss Standard screwdriver #2

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Southbend SB Preparation Overview, Things Youll Need, P R E P A R A T I O N, The typical preparation process is as follows