Grizzly G0709 - Manual (Page 69)

Model G0709 (Mfg. Since 5/11)
-67-
bearing preload
this lathe is shipped from the factory with the
spindle bearing preload set. if the spindle ever
develops end-play and the workpiece finish suf-
fers, you can re-establish the bearing preload,
remove the end-play, and correct the workpiece
finish issue.
Tools Needed Qty
hook-style spanner Wrench 68-75mm ............. 1
dial indicator with Magnetic Base ..................... 1
heavy dead Blow hammer ............................... 1
Wooden Block ................................................... 1
To adjust the preload:
1. run the lathe for 20 minutes on high speed to
bring the lathe to a normal temperature.
2. disConneCt lAthe FroM poWer!
3. remove the chuck and spider bolts, then shift
the spindle to neutral and remove the head-
stock gear cover to access the outboard end
of the spindle (see
figure 108).
figure 108. location of outboard end of spindle.
outboard
end of
spindle
Tailstock Lock
When pushed toward the spindle, the tailstock lock
holds the tailstock firmly in place on the bedway
with a locking plate underneath. if the position of
the lock lever is difficult to use, the lever can be
adjusted for the best leverage.
Tools Needed Qty
Wrench 24mm ................................................... 1
To adjust the tailstock lock lever:
1. unthread the stop pin (see figure 107), and
carefully slide the tailstock from the lathe.
2. tighten the hex nut 1 ⁄
4
-turn and re-install the
tailstock.
3. Apply the tailstock lock lever and verify that
the tailstock is locked and the lever is where
desired. readjust as necessary.
figure 107. tailstock locking hex nut and plate.
tailstock
lock lever
stop pin
hex nut