Smithy GN1300 - Manual (Page 41)

Adjusting the Gibs on the Compound Angle
Toolpost
Adjust the gibs on the compound-angle toolpost using the procedure below.
Step 1: Loosen the jam nuts on the side of the compound-angle toolpost with the
6 inch adjustable wrench.
Step 2: Back out the gib adjustment screws out two turns .
Step 3: Using the a flat-head screw driver, tighten the two gib adjustment screws until
they are lightly touching the gib.
Step 4: Back the gib adjustment screws out 1/8 to 1/4 turn.
Step 5: With the adjustment screws now set at roughly the same position, make the
fine adjustments on each individual screw. Starting with the screw closest to the handle,
slowly tighten the screw while moving the compound angle toolpost by turning the
compound-slide handle until you feel slight resistance.
Step 6: Once slight resistance is felt, hold the gib adjustment screw in position and
tighten the jam nut.
Step 7: Repeat steps 5 and 6 with the remaining gib adjustment screw.
Figure 5.19 Gib Adjustment Screws - Compound Angle Toolpost
Do not apply excessive force.
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