For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11 | S E R V I C E |
Spindle Clutch
Adjustment
This lathe uses a
DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER before performing this procedure. Failure to do so could result in accidental startup, electrical shock, entanglement or crushing injury, or property damage.
DO NOT touch hot components. During use, the clutch and other internal components can become very hot. Wear heavy gloves or allow components to cool before service.
Wear safety glasses throughout the entire procedure. Oil may splash and
DO NOT rotate the spindle or input pulley by hand while hands or fingers are inside the headstock. Doing so may cause entanglement and serious crushing injuries.
Support components while their mounting fasteners are being removed. Components may fall or swing outward if they are not properly supported, resulting in crushing or laceration injuries.
Required for Procedure | Qty |
Wrench 4mm | 1 |
Another Person | 1 |
To adjust the spindle clutch:
1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.Move the spindle lever to the center (neutral) position.
3.Have another person support the electrical cabinet, then remove the three
Figure 122. Removing electrical cabinet fasteners.
4.Tilt the cabinet out enough to allow access to the clutch access cover, being careful not to strain the lamp or chuck guard safety switch cords. If necessary, remove these components to prevent straining them.
Rest the cabinet on a stable support.
5.Remove the clutch access panel from the rear of the headstock to expose the
Clutch Access
Panel
