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MAN-MAJOR Toll-Free: 855-326-1243 https://www.ferndalesafety.com MODEL MAJOR MODEL MINOR LATHE CHUCK SAFETY SHIELD INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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WARNING Do not wire the included interlock switches directly into the motor power circuit! The interlock switches cannot handle motor load currents! Maximum Contact Rating 3A @ 240VAC 0.1A @ 240VDC Wire the safety guard interlock switch into the control circuit only. MAXIMUM 230 VOLTS DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE PLEASE USE PROPER LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES.
Two (2) or Four (4) mounting legs (Depending on the model) You may need (Not included): Drill Press Punch Hacksaw, band saw, or angle grinder. Ferndale Safety has an optional installation kit (FER-IKIT) with the following: Drill bit Tap ¼" -20 ¼" -20 bolts Cable gland Wire connectors The shield assembly gets installed onto the mounting legs.
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Be careful when drilling into the headstock. Do not drill through the cover and allow chips and debris to enter the gearbox. Do not drill into any oil passageways accidentally. Be careful not to hit any bearings. The headstock covers on some lathes are very thin and may not provide much support. Other lathes have curved headstock covers and don't have much for mounting points.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Contact Rating: 3A @ 240VAC, 0.1A @ 240VDC Wire Color Codes and Sample Wiring Diagram: IMPORTANT: Do not connect the switch directly to the motor. The switch was not designed to handle motor loads. Wire the switch inside the control circuit only. If you require any help with this, please call us at 855-326-1243. SPARE PARTS For spare parts and accessories, contact us here: https://www.ferndalesafety.com/contact-us/...
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WARRANTY Ferndale Safety's Commitment: Ferndale Safety ("FERNDALE") guarantees that its products are free from material and workmanship defects for one year from the date of purchase. Custom-made products carry a three-month (90 days) warranty from the date of purchase. Exclusions:...
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