Jet GH-1440ZX Operating Instructions Manual
Jet tools zx series lathes operating instruction gh-1440zx, gh-1460zx, gh-1640zx, gh-1660zx, gh-1840zx, gh-1860zx, gh-1880zx, gh-2280zx
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions ZX Series Lathes Models GH-1440ZX/1460ZX GH-1640ZX/1660ZX GH-1840ZX/1860ZX/1880ZX GH-2280ZX WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com This Manual is Bookmarked Part No. M-321910 Revision G 11/05 Copyright © WMH Tool Group... -
Page 2: Warranty And Service
This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET ZX Series Lathe. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your lathe and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Uncrating and Cleanup ...11 Chuck Preparation (Three Jaw) ...11 Lubrication ...12 Coolant Preparation ...13 Electrical Connections ...13 Conversion to 460 Volt Operation...14 General Description ...14 Lathe Bed ...14 Headstock ...14 Carriage ...15 Four Way Tool Post...15 Apron ...15 Tailstock...15 Leadscrew and Feed Rod...15 Feed Gearbox ...15... -
Page 4: Warning
4. This lathe is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a lathe, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained. - Page 5 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
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Page 6: Specifications
WMH Tool Group reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations. Specifications Model Number ... GH-1440ZX ... GH-1460ZX Stock Number... 321910 ... 321920 Capacities: Swing over Bed (in.)... 14 ... 14 Swing over Cross Slide (in.)... -
Page 7: Specifications
Specifications Model Number ... GH-1640ZX ... GH-1660ZX Stock Number... 321930 ... 321940 Capacities: Swing over Bed (in.)... 16 ... 16 Swing over Cross Slide (in.)... 10 ... 10 Swing Through Gap (in.)... 25-7/8 ... 25-7/8 Length of Gap (in.)... 12-1/4 ... 12-1/4 Distance between Centers (in.) ... -
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications Model Number ...GH-1840ZX ... GH-1860ZX... GH-1880ZX Stock Number... 321950 ... 321960... 321970 Capacities: Swing over Bed (in.)... 18 ...18... 18 Swing over Cross Slide (in.)... 11 ...11... 11 Swing Through Gap (in.)... 27-1/2 ...27-1/2... 27-1/2 Length of Gap (in.)... 12-1/4 ...12-1/4... 12-1/4 Distance between Centers (in.) ... -
Page 9: Specifications
Specifications Model Number ... GH-2280ZX Stock Number... 321980 Capacities: Swing over Bed (in.)... 22 Swing over Cross Slide (in.)... 11 Swing Through Gap (in.)... 27-1/2 Length of Gap (in.)... 12-1/4 Distance between Centers (in.) ... 80 Headstock: Spindle Bore (in.)... 3-1/8 Spindle Mount... -
Page 10: Unpacking
Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Lathe is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact. -
Page 11: Uncrating And Cleanup
2. Unbolt the lathe from the shipping crate bottom. 3. Choose a location for the lathe that is dry, has good lighting, and has enough room to allow servicing the lathe on all four sides. 4. Sling the lathe as shown in Figure 1, using... -
Page 12: Lubrication
Lubrication Lathe must be serviced at all lubrication points and all reservoirs filled to operating level before the lathe is put into service. Failure to comply may cause serious damage to the lathe. 1. Headstock – Oil must be up to indicator mark in oil sight glass (A, Figure 4). -
Page 13: Coolant Preparation
Follow coolant facturer’s recommendations for use, care and disposal. 1. Remove access cover on tailstock end at the rear base of the lathe. Make sure coolant pump has not transport. 2. Pour four gallons (approximate) of coolant mix into the chip pan. -
Page 14: Conversion To 460 Volt Operation
Make sure the lathe is properly grounded. General Description Lathe Bed Figure 10 The lathe bed (A, Figure 10) is made of cast iron with low vibration and high rigidity. Two precision ground v-slideways, reinforced by induction hardening and grinding, are an accurate guide for the carriage and headstock. -
Page 15: Carriage
Carriage The carriage (C, Figure 10) is made from high quality cast iron. The cross-slide (E, Figure 10) is mounted on the carriage and moves on a dovetailed slide which can be adjusted for play by means of the gibs. The compound slide (D, Figure 10) which is T- slotted, and mounted on the cross slide (E, Figure 10) can be rotated 360°. -
Page 16: Follow Rest
• Coolant On-Off Switch (A, Figure 12) turns coolant pump on and off. • Power Indicator Light (D, Figure 12) is lit whenever lathe is receiving power. • Emergency Stop Switch (C, Figure 12) stops all machine functions (Caution: Lathe... - Page 17 Turn clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Carriage lock must be loose before moving carriage or damage to lathe may occur. 9. Longitudinal Traverse Handwheel (C, Figure 13): Located on the apron assembly. Rotate handwheel clockwise to move the apron assembly toward the tailstock (right).
- Page 18 21. Foot Brake (A, Figure 15): The connecting rod mechanism is in the bed stand. The braking device is in the pulley of the headstock. Press the pedal to stop all lathe functions. (Caution: Lathe still has power.) 22. Micro Carriage Stop (B, Figure 15): can be used during manual feed operation.
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Page 19: Operation
Operation Feed and Thread Selection 1. Reference the feed and thread chart on the front of the headstock (A, Figure 16). 2. Move levers and knobs (B/C/D/E, Figure 16) to the appropriate position according to the feed and thread chart. Thread Cutting 1. -
Page 20: Removing Gap Section
2. Set gap section in place and align the ends. 3. Loosen the nuts on the locating pins and push down through the gap into the lathe bed. 4. Replace four hex socket cap screws and tighten alternately until all are snug.
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