Maintenance - Ferax FTS 900 Manual

TOOl REST (Fig. 16)
1. The tool rest (1) can be used with or without the arm(2) .
2. To move the tool rest base (3), loosen the lock lever (4), and
move the base to the right or left and back or front. Tighten the
lever (4) when the tool rest base is in the desired position.
3. When using the arm (2), make the necessary adjustments
using lick levers (5) and (6) to position the tool rest.
4. Tighten all tool rest lever handles (4-5-6) and ensure there is
adequate clearance between the workplace and the tool rest
assembly before turning the lathe on.
5. The tool rest can also be repositioned to the extension bed for
use on outboard turnings. (Fig. 17)
IMPORTANT! MAKE SURE THE TOOL REST IS ADJUSTED
TO BE AS CLOSE TO THE WORKPLACE AS POSSIBLE.
RORATE THE WORKPLACE BY HAND TO CHECK
CLEARANCE BEFORE TURNING THE LATHE ON.
IX. mAINTENANcE
WARNING! FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PUSH THE
BUTTON "O" THE SWITCH AND REMOVE THE PLUG
FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE PERFORMING
MAINTENANCE OR LUBRICATION WORK ON THE LATHE.
1. Blow out dust accumulation inside the motor, housing, and
bed assembly frequently.
2. A coat of automotive wax applied to the bed will help keep
the surface clean and keep the movement of the tool rest and
tailstock smooth.
3. Periodic lubrication of the spring levers and other threaded
parts will make these parts easier to operate.
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