Section 4: Operations; Operation Safety; Basic Controls - Grizzly G9972Z Owner's Manual

SEcTION 4: OpERATIONS

Operation Safety

To reduce the risk of
serious injury when using
this machine, read and
understand
manual before beginning
any operations.
Damage to your eyes and face could result
from using this machine without proper pro-
tective gear. Always wear safety glasses or a
face shield when operating this machine.
Loose hair, clothing, or
jewelry could get caught
in machinery and cause
serious personal injury.
Keep these items away
from moving parts at all
times to reduce this risk.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REc-
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-
zines, or get formal training before begin-
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.
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refer to figures 11–13 and the descriptions
below to become familiar with the basic controls
and components of your lathe.
Headstock
this entire
A. Thread Dial chart: shows the numbers on
B. power Switch: allows power to flow to the
c. Spindle Switch: starts/stops spindle rota-
D. configuration chart: provides configuration
E. Spindle: holds a chuck, faceplate, or center
f.

Basic controls

B
a
d
F
figure 11. headstock controls and charts.
the thread dial to engage the half-nut for
threading operations.
motor—lift the switch for the on button, and
press the top red button to cut power to the
motor.
tion—turn the switch to the left for clockwise
rotation, to the right for counterclockwise
rotation, and to the center to stop spindle
rotation.
information for spindle speeds, power feed
rates, and threading operations.
for workpiece mounting.
feed Rate Dials: Configure the feed rate
gearing for carriage power feed and thread-
ing operations.
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