Indexing; Spindle Turning - Grizzly G0766 Owner's Manual

Indexing

Indexing on a lathe is typically used for workpiece
layout and other auxiliary operations that require
equal distances around the workpiece circumfer-
ence, such as clock faces or inlays.
By inserting the indexing pin into one of the four
outer indexes of the Model G0766 spindle housing
and engaging one of the 12 inner indexes in the
spindle, the workpiece can be positioned in 10°
increments, as shown in Figures 30–31.
Indexing
Pin
4
Outer
Indexes
Spindle
Figure 30. Model G0766 indexing configuration.
Figure 31. Indexing pin and indexing holes.
Always disconnect lathe from power before
using indexing feature. DO NOT start lathe
with indexing pin inserted into spindle; oth-
erwise entanglement injury and property
damage could occur.
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Spindle Turning

Spindle turning is the operation performed when
a workpiece is mounted between the headstock
and the tailstock, as shown in Figure 32.
12
Inner
Indexes
Faceplate
To set up a spindle turning operation:
1.
Indexing Pin
Spindle Turning
Figure 32. Typical spindle turning operation.
Damage to your eyes and lungs could result
from using this machine without proper pro-
tective gear. Always wear safety glasses, a
face shield, and a respirator when operating
this machine.
Find center point of both ends of your
workpiece by drawing diagonal lines from
corner to corner across end of workpiece, as
shown in Figure 33.
Workpiece
Center
Figure 33. Workpiece marked diagonally from
corner to corner to determine the center.
Model G0766 (Mfd. Since 11/17)
Workpiece
Pencil Lines
Marked Diagonally
Across Corners