M1109 Combo Lathe/Mill
Test Run and Break-In
The purpose of the test run is to make sure the lathe/ mill and safety features operate correctly before pro- ceeding with additional setup.
To begin the test run procedure, do these steps:
1.Make sure the lathe/mill is lubricated and headstock oil level is full. Refer to Page 34 if required.
2.Make sure the chuck is bolted to the spindle.
3.Move the spindle speed lever to the 75 RPM posi- tion, the range lever to the
4.Rotate the red emergency stop button (Figure 12) clockwise so it pops to the outward position.
5.Move the
6.Move the spindle rotation ON/OFF lever to its cen- tral position (OFF) as shown in Figure 13, and con- nect the lathe to power so the green lamp is lit.
7.Move the Spindle Rotation ON/OFF lever up or down so the chuck turns, then push the emergency stop button to make sure the lathe stops.
8.Move the Spindle Rotation ON/OFF lever to neutral, reset the red emergency stop button, and use the spindle lever to start the lathe again.
•If you hear squealing or grinding noises, turn the machine OFF immediately and correct any prob- lem before further operation.
•If the problem is not readily apparent, refer to
Troubleshooting on Page 42.
9.Let the lathe/mill run for a minimum of 10 minutes.
10.Turn the lathe/mill OFF, move levers to the next highest RPM and repeat this step for each RPM set- ting in Low and High range. NEVER SHIFT LATHE/MILL GEARS WHEN MACHINE IS OPERATING.
11.Change the lubricant in the headstock with Mobil DTE® Oil or with an equivalent.
NOTICE
Make sure all power feed levers and dials are disengaged before starting the lathe/mill! Thoroughly familiarize yourself with all the controls and their functions before using any power feed! NEVER SHIFT LATHE/MILL GEARS WHEN MACHINE IS OPERATING.
Speed Lever |
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Range |
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Lever |
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Emergency |
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Stop Button |
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Leadscrew | SETUP |
Direction |
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Lever |
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Figure 12. Headstock control levers.
Feed Lever
Half-Nut
Lever
Spindle Rotation
ON/OFF lever.
