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Test Run and Break-In
The purpose of the test run is to make sure the benchtop
lathe and safety features operate correctly before
proceeding with additional setup.
To begin the test run procedure, do these steps:
Make sure the benchtop lathe is lubricated. Refer to
if required.
Make sure the chuck is threaded onto the spindle
tightly and the two set screws are tight. Refer to
details.
Before starting the lathe, make sure the lathe is
properly grounded and the power and directional
switch is in the OFF position.
Inspect the machine to ensure that all hand tools are
out of the way, guards are in place, and nothing is
impeding the movement of the chuck.
. Push both the half-nut lever and the feed lever down
to disengage the apron (see
Move the power switch shown in
or 2 position. The chuck should rotate.
• If you hear squealing or grinding noises, turn the
machine OFF immediately and correct any problem
before further operation.
• If the problem is not readily apparent, refer to
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Feed Lever
Figure 9. Apron control levers.
Figure 10. Power switch in the OFF
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