Basic Controls; Test Run - Craftex CX Series User Manual

BASIC CONTROLS

The basic controls on your CX802 are
shown in figure-6. Make sure to familiar
yourself with these controls before turning
your lathe ON.
Figure-6 CX802 Basic controls
A. SPINDLE RPM READOUT
Displays the spindle speed in rotations
per minute (RPM).
B. SPINDLE FORWARD/REVERSE
SWITCH
Allows to change the direction of
rotation of spindle (clockwise or anti-
clockwise).
C. ON/OFF SWITCH with EMERGENCY
STOP BUTTON
Turns the lathe ON and OFF.
D. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL KNOB
Allows to adjust the spindle speed
from low to high.

TEST RUN

Once you have assembled your lathe
completely, it is then time for a test run to
make sure that the machine works properly
and is ready for operation.
Remove all the tools used for assembling
the machine and make sure all the guards
are in place.
TO TEST RUN THE CX802:
1. Connect the cord to the power outlet.
2. Set the spindle forward/reverse switch
to "O" position and turn the variable
speed control knob all the way to the
left.
3. Push the tab on the emergency stop
button and lift the button opening the
switch cover. Press the green button to
turn ON the machine.
4. Turn the spindle forward/reverse switch
to "R" position and turn the variable
speed control knob slowly and increase
the spindle speed.
The machine should run smoothly with little
or no vibration. If you
The machine will run smoothly with little
vibration and noise. If you hear any unusual
noise(s) coming from the machine or if it
vibrates excessively, shut the machine OFF
immediately and disconnect from the power
source. Investigate
problem with your machine. See page-20
for troubleshooting.
5. Turn the spindle forward/reverse switch
to "O" position and push emergency
stop button. This should stop the
machine.
to determine the
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