Southbend 18' & 60: EVS Toolroom Lathes 220v sb1016 - Manual (Page 32)

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For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09 Model SB1016/SB1036 P R E P A R A T I O N
NEVER attempt to shift the headstock or
quick change gearbox when the lathe is in
operation. Gear clash causing tooth damage
will result. Only use the gear shifting levers
when the spindle id stopped.
8. Turn the lathe ON.
9. Using the speed dial on the control panel,
and the spindle range lever on the headstock,
run the lathe spindle for ten minutes at 55,
180, 600, and 1800 RPM as indicated by the
tachometer on the control panel.
10. When complete, reverse spindle rotation
and run lathe in reverse at 1800 RPM for 10
minutes.
11. After completing Step 10, stop the lathe,
set the spindle range lever to medium speed
range 2 as shown in Figure 35.
Figure 35. Spindle range lever in medium 2.
12. Move the quick change range lever shown in
Figure 36 to L or the low range position.
For your convenience, the adjustments listed
below have been performed at the factory.
However, because of the many variables involved
with shipping, we recommend that you at least
verify the following adjustments to ensure the
best possible results from your new machine.
Step-by-step instructions for these adjustments
can be found on the pages referenced below.
Factory adjustments that should be verified:
s 4AILSTOCK
s #OMPOUND
s 'IB
Recommended
Adjustments
13. Turn the lathe ON, and run the lathe at 180
RPM for 10 minutes with the quick change
gearbox in low, and then another 10 minutes
with the quick change gearbox in high.
14. When complete, while the oil is still warm
and any metal particles are still suspended
in the oil, change the oil in the quick change
gearbox and the headstock oil pump tank
immediately.
15. Tighten the V-belts, and perform all
other lubrication steps mentioned in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
Figure 36. Quick change range lever.
L OW
N eutral
H IGH