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(% DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM POWER!

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*% Using the chart in=`^li\*+, gather the required change gears.

+% Open the side cover and use a 6mm hex wrench to loosen the lash adjuster (=`^li\*)) and swing the change gear assembly out of the way.

,% Remove the spindle E-clips and cap screw, lubricate, and swap out the change gears in the order shown on the chart in =`^li\*)%

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-%Move the lash adjuster so the gear backlash is between 0.003" to 0.008", tighten the lash adjuster cap screw, and close the side cover.

.% Using a 5mm hex wrench, make sure the carriage lock is loose (=`^li\*().

/% The lathe is now setup for threading.

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