Grizzly G0624 - Manual (Page 15)

G0624 10" Benchtop Lathe
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Damage to your eyes and lungs could result
from using this machine without proper pro-
tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and
a respirator when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.
Operation Safety
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
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.
To change speeds, the belt in the headstock
must be rearranged. A chart on the pulley cover
shows the belt positions needed to make the
lathe run at the desired speed.
Changing Speeds
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2. Loosen the belt tension lock knob, and move
the belt tension lever up to reduce tension on
the belt.
3. Locate the desired speed on the speed chart
on the belt cover, and move the belt to the
desired grooves on the motor and spindle
pulleys.
For Example: As indicated in the speed
chart, belt position
B creates 1270 RPM
( Figure 9).
To change speeds:
1. Loosen the lock handle, remove the belt
cover, and open the access plate ( Figure
8).
Figure 8. Belt access.
Belt Tension
Lock Knob
Access
Plate
Belt Tension
Lever
Lock
Handle
Belt
Cover
4. Move the belt tension lever down, tighten the
lock knob, and reinstall the access plate and
belt cover.