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For Machines Mfg. Since 5/11 | P R E P A R A T I O N | 14" |
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15.Push the foot brake. The spindle should come to a quick stop.
—If the brake pedal has no effect on the lathe, push the STOP button, and refer to Brake & Switch on Page 78 to make any required adjustments.
16.Move the spindle lever to the OFF (middle) position. Remove the end gear cover from the left side of the headstock. This activates a safety switch that should prevent the spindle from starting while this cover is removed.
17.Stand away from all the exposed gears on the side of the headstock, and attempt to start spindle rotation. The spindle should not start.
—If spindle rotation does start with the end cover removed, the safety switch is not operating correctly. This safety feature must operate properly before continuing operation. Press the STOP button to turn the lathe OFF, disconnect it from power, and call Tech Support for help.
18.Push the STOP button in, move the spindle lever to the OFF position, then replace the end gear cover.
19.Lift the chuck guard
—If spindle rotation does start with the chuck guard in the up position, the safety switch is not operating correctly. This safety feature must operate properly before continuing operation. Press the STOP button to turn the lathe OFF, disconnect it from power, and call Tech Support for help.
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Congratulations! The test run is complete. Turn the lathe OFF and perform the following Spindle
After the first 16 hours of use, the