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W1674 Owner's Manual (Mfg. After 9/05)
Gib Adjustment
The gib controls the smoothness of the slide movement,
as well as, the run out or end play of the spindle.
Tightening the gibs too much will make it hard to adjust
the height of the spindle and cause excessive wear on the
slide. Loosening the gibs too much will introduce spindle
end play and cause poor cutting results and excessive
wear on the spindle bearings.
Checking Gib Adjustment
1. DISCONNECT SHAPER FROM POWER!
2. Use the spindle height handwheel to raise the
spindle to its highest position.
— Notice the movement of the handwheel. If it is
difficult to turn or you feel resistance from the
spindle slide, the gibs may need to be loosened.
3. Use the spindle lock to hold the spindle in place,
then attempt to wiggle the top of the spindle.
If there is movement, the gibs may need to be
tightened.
Adjusting the Gibs
Tools Needed
Wrench 12mm ...................................................1
Hex Wrench 4mm ...............................................1
To adjust the gibs, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT SHAPER FROM POWER!
2. Loosen the jam nuts on the gib adjustment set
screws (see Figure 69).
3. Evenly adjust the set screws small amounts, then
test the results.
4. When you are satisfied with the gib adjustment,
re-tighten the jam nuts without turning the set
screws.
5. Re-check the gib adjustment. If necessary, repeat
this procedure.
Qty
Gib
Adjustment
Set Screws
Figure 69. Gib adjustment set screws.
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