For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09 | P R E P A R A T I O N | Model SB1016/SB1036 |
Assembly
With the exception of the handwheel handles, the lathe is shipped fully assembled.
To install the handwheel handles, thread the large handle into the carriage handwheel and the small handle into the cross slide handwheel, as shown in Figure 14.
In addition to the gearboxes, we also recommend that you lubricate all other points on the machine at this time. This can be accomplished by following the maintenance schedule on Page 64.
Note: If your lathe was shipped with oil in the gearboxes, do not change that oil until after the
H
andwheel H
andles
Figure 14. Handwheel handles installed.
Adding Cutting Fluid
Add the cutting fluid of your choice now. For detailed instructions on where the cutting fluid tank is located and how to add fluid, refer to Cutting Fluid System on Page 73.
Lubricating Lathe
GEARBOXES MUST
BE FILLED WITH OIL!
NO OIL SHIPPED WITH
MACHINE!
Refer to the Lubrication Section in this Manual for Recommended
Oil Type.
The headstock oil pump tank, gearbox, and apron must have the proper amount and type of oil in them before the lathe can be operated for the first time.
Running the lathe without the required oil will void the warranty. Refer to the Lubrication section, beginning on Page 66, for details on how to check and add oil.
