Southbend South Bend 16 SPEED GEARHEAD LATHE SB1053 - Manual (Page 30)

-28-
For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11 16-Speed Gearhead Lathe P R E P A R A T I O N
Test Run
After all preparation steps have been completed,
the machine and its safety features must be
tested to ensure correct operation. If you discover
a problem with the operation of the machine or
its safety components, shut the machine down,
disconnect it from power, and do not operate it
further until you have resolved the problem.
A Troubleshooting section is provided, starting
on Page 86, to assist you with solutions if a
problem occurs or if the lathe does not function
as described in this section.
If you need additional help after reviewing the
troubleshooting section, or you are not confident
troubleshooting the machine on your own,
contact our tech support at (360) 734-1540.
To test run your machine:
1. Read and follow the safety instructions
at the beginning of the manual, take all
required safety precautions, and make sure
all previous preparation steps discussed
in this manual have been followed and
completed.
2. Clear away all tools and objects used during
assembly, lubrication, and preparation.
3. Make sure the master power switch shown
in Figure 28 is turned OFF.
4. DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
5. Make sure that the chuck and jaws, if
installed, are secure (refer to Chuck
Installation on Page 35), then lower the
chuck guard.
6. Turn the coolant switch (see Figure 29) to
the OFF position, and point the fluid nozzle
into the chip drawer.
7. To ensure the carriage components do not
unexpectedly move when the lathe is started,
move the feed range lever to the neutral
(middle) position (see Figure 30).
Figure 29. Control panel.
Power
Lamp
STOP
Button
Jog
Button
Coolant
Pump Switch
Figure 28. Location of the master power switch.
Master Power
Switch
Figure 30. Feed range lever.
Low
Neutral
Feed Range Lever
High
Feed
Range Lever