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4.
Repeat Step 3 for following speeds, pro-
gressing from lower to higher RPMs (see
Setting Spindle Speed on Page 51 for more
information):
•
360 RPM
•
800 RPM
•
1400 RPM
5.
Press Emergency Stop/RESET button to turn
lathe OFF. Reset switch.
6.
Run mill spindle at 250 RPM for 10 minutes
in each direction (first forward and then
reverse).
7.
Turn mill OFF to stop spindle rotation.
8.
Repeat Steps 6–7 for following speeds (see
Setting Spindle Speed on Page 51 for more
information):
•
530 RPM
•
1100 RPM
•
2300 RPM
9.
Press Emergency Stop/RESET button to turn
machine OFF.
Congratulations! The spindle break-in is com-
plete. We recommend changing the headstock
and gearbox oil before operating the machine
further (refer to Lubrication on Page 77).
DO NOT attempt to change mill spindle
speed while spindle is in motion. Doing
so can cause catastrophic damage to mill
headstock gears and components.
Model G0791 (Mfd. Since 9/15)
Recommended
Adjustments
The following adjustments have been made at the
factory. However, because of the many variables
involved with shipping, we recommend that you
at least verify the following adjustments to ensure
the best possible results from the lathe.
Step-by-step instructions for these adjustments
can be found on the pages referenced below.
Factory adjustments that should be verified:
Tailstock alignment (see Page 41).
•
Backlash adjustment (see Page 86).
•
Gib adjustments (see Page 87).
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