P R E P A R A T I O N | For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11 |
Note: The spindle clutch is tight when new and may require moderate pressure on the spindle lever to engage it until it is broken in.
13.Move the spindle lever down to start the spindle rotating counterclockwise (down toward the front of the lathe).
—If the spindle rotates in the opposite direction (clockwise), the power supply phase polarity may be incorrect. Refer to Correcting Phase Polarity on Page 92 to resolve this.
14.Observe the lathe and listen for any abnormal noises or vibration. The lathe should run smoothly.
15.Move the spindle lever to the OFF (middle) position, let the spindle come to a complete stop, then move the lever up to reverse spindle rotation.
16.Push the STOP button. The spindle should come to a slow stop.
17.With the STOP button pushed in, attempt to start spindle
—If the spindle does start, the STOP button is not working properly. This safety feature must operate properly before continuing. Turn the master power switch OFF, disconnect the lathe from power, then call Tech Support for help.
18.Move the spindle lever to the OFF (middle) position, reset the STOP button by twisting it clockwise until it pops out, push the spindle motor ON button, then restart spindle rotation by moving the spindle lever down again.
19.Press the foot brake. The spindle should come to a quick stop.
—If the foot brake has no effect on the stopping speed of the spindle, push the STOP button to stop the lathe, disconnect it from power, and call Tech Support for help.
20.Push the STOP button to prevent an accidental
21.Remove the end gear cover from the left side of the headstock. There is a safety switch that prevents the spindle from starting while this cover is removed.
22.Reset the STOP button, push the spindle motor ON button, stand away from all the exposed gears on the side of the headstock, then attempt to start spindle
—If the spindle does start with the end gear cover removed, the safety limit switch is not adjusted or operating correctly. This safety feature must operate properly before continuing. Press the STOP button to turn the lathe OFF, disconnect it from power, and call Tech Support for help.
23.Push the STOP button in, move the spindle lever to the OFF (middle) position, push the spindle motor OFF button and wait for the
24.Reset the STOP button, press the spindle motor ON button, then lift the chuck guard
—If the spindle does start with the chuck guard in the up position, the safety switch is not adjusted or operating correctly. This safety feature must operate properly before continuing. Press the STOP button to turn the lathe OFF, disconnect it from power, and call Tech Support for help.
25.Move the chuck guard back down into operating position.
26.Point the coolant nozzle down into the chip drawer and verify that there is coolant in the reservoir (refer to Coolant System Service on Page 74 for detailed instructions).
