Gude GMD 400, Original Instructions Manual

21. Crank with scale for transverse feed (surfacing slide) 
22. Surfacing slide 
23. Knife slide  
24. Bed slide 
25. Hand wheel for sliding traverse 
26. Safety switch (Not-Aus) 
27. Turning direction selector  
28. Speed controller 
29. Rear protective wall against spraying  
30. Engine housing  
31. Switch protective cover 
32. Fast / slow speed selector 
33. Power cord  
34. Feed direction lever  
35. Headstock 
36. Three-jaw chuck protective cover  
37. Sprocket wheels 
38. Oil bottle 
39. Chuck jaws  
40. Allen wrench  
41. Jaw chuck wrench  
42. Fork wrench 
 

Supply includes  

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  9 sprocket (exchangeable) gear wheels  

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 Fork 

wrench 

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 Hexagonal 

wrench 

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 Oil 

bottle 

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 Centring 

point 

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 Three-jaw 

chuck 

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 Exchangeable 

jaws 

Machine 

 
For turning and cutting of threads of structural steel, 
nonferrous metals, plastic material or wood, grooved guide 
with optional adjustment, drive transmission using stepped 
pulleys and sprocket wheels (feed screw), right/left running, 
electrical switching, automatic feed mechanism, continuous 
speed control. 

Warranty  

A warranty period of 12 months applies to commercial use 
and 24 months apply to private use and commences on 
the day of purchase of the device.  
 
Warranty applies exclusively to failures due to defective 
material or workmanship. An original sale slip with 
indication of date of sale must be presented in case of 
claiming for the warranty rights.  
 
Warranty does not cover unprofessional use such as 
device overload, violent use, damage caused by third party 
or foreign materials, failure to comply with operations and 
assembly manual, and normal wear and tear. 

Technical specifications 

 
Engine wiring: 

230V~50Hz 

P1 engine power:   

370 W 

Max. workpiece length: 

300 mm 

Max. workpiece height: 

180 mm 

Point height: 

90 mm 

Spindle boring-Ø: 

20 mm 

Max. workpiece Ø – over bed: 

180 mm 

Work spindle: 

MK3 

Tailstock spindle: 

MK2 

Jaw chuck boring: 

15 mm 

Centred running accuracy: 

0.01 mm 

Speed, level 1: 

0-1,100 per min

-1

Speed, level 2: 

0-2,500 per min

-1

Lathe tool mounting: 

8x8 mm 

Weight:  

35 

kg 

General safety instructions 

 
Please read carefully the safety regulations below and 
the Operating Instructions before using the machine. 
Before the machine is used by other persons, they must 
be familiarised with these Operating Instructions. Keep 
the Instructions for future reference!  

Package: The machine is in a package for purposes of 
protection against damage during transport. The 
packages are raw materials subject to recycling or 
returning back to circulation.  

Please read carefully this manual and follow the 
instructions included. Use the manual to get acquainted 
with the machine, learn how to use it properly and 
familiarise with the safety instructions. Keep the safety 
instructions for future reference.

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Unplug the machine before any work on it.  

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Use the machine in accordance with the given 
purpose of use. 

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Safety in the place of work is your responsibility. 

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Work under adequate light conditions only.  

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Never leave the machine unattended.  

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Keep the machine in a safe place after finishing 
your work.  

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Never expose the machine to rain and moist or wet 
conditions.  

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Protect the machine against moisture and rain.  

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Do not switch the machine on when turned or, to be 
more specific, not in the working position. 

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Keep the machine in a dry place inaccessible by 
children when not being used.  

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All machine parts must be regularly inspected for 
any sign of damage or aging. The machine must not 
be used when not in a perfect state.  

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Original spare parts to be used for servicing. 

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Repairs may only be executed by a professional 
electrician.   

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Before putting the machine into operation and after 
any impact, check the machine for any sign of wear 
or damage and have any repair executed.  



  Never use any spare part or accessories not 

specified or recommended by the manufacturer.  

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Make sure no other items cause short-circuit on the 
machine contacts.  

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Before wiring, make sure the details on the type label 
correspond to the system details.  

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The machine is no toy for children! Children are not 
able to estimate the machine-related risk. Children 
must not use the machine in any case.  

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Persons who are not able to operate the machine due 
to their physical, sensory or mental skills or due to 
inexperience or absence of knowledge must not use 
the machine.  



If there is any sign of visible damage to the machine, 
it must not be put into operation.  

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Serious risks may arise as a result of unauthorised 
repairs.  

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The same regulations apply to accessories. 

Güde GmbH & Co. KG will not assume any liability for 
damage caused as a result of the following: 



Machine damage by mechanical influences and 
overvoltage.   



Changes to the machine 

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Use for purposes other than those specified in the 
Operating Instructions. 

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It is necessary to follow all safety instructions to 
prevent injuries and damage.