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Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Note: This is a process of trial-and-error. Be
patient and take your time when adjusting
the bedways. When you are finished, the
tailstock should slide smoothly across the
seam where the bedways meet.
Figure 27. Eccentric bolts used to level swing-
away bedways with lathe bedways.
Eccentric Bolts
24. Tighten hex nuts on eccentric bolts.
25. Tighten set screws on swing-away bed hinge
(see
Step 21).
22. Close and lock swing-away bed.
23. Place a straightedge across both bedways to
check if they are flush.
—If bedways are flush, proceed to
Step 24.
—If bedways are not flush, unlock and open
swing-away bed, loosen hex nuts on eccen-
tric bolts, and rotate both eccentric bolts
1
⁄
8
of a turn (see
Figure 27). Close and lock
swing-away bed again to check if bedways
are flush. Continue process until bedways
are even.
Test Run
Once assembly is complete, test run the machine
to ensure it is properly connected to power and
safety components are functioning correctly.
If you find an unusual problem during the test run,
immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from
power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the
machine again. The
Troubleshooting table in the
SERVICE section of this manual can help.
DO NOT start machine until all preceding
setup instructions have been performed.
Operating an improperly set up machine
may result in malfunction or unexpect-
ed results that can lead to serious injury,
death, or machine/property damage.
Serious injury or death can result from
using this machine BEFORE understanding
its controls and related safety information.
DO NOT operate, or allow others to operate,
machine until the information is understood.
To test run machine:
1. Clear all setup tools away from machine.
2. Ensure spindle lock is turned left to the
unlocked position.
3. Set spindle direction switch to neutral posi-
tion and turn speed control knob all the way
counterclockwise.
4. Press Emergency Stop button.
5. Connect machine to power supply. Digital
readout should illuminate.
The test run consists of verifying the following:
1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and
2) the safety disabling mechanism on the switch
works correctly.