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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
ProtoTRAK SMX, K2, K3 & K4 & Retrofit Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual
5.
Move the left end of the table back and forth and note the amount of movement on the dial indicator.
Adjust the X-axis gib until the registered movement is .0010-.0015.
To adjust the gib for excessive clearance: Loosen the gib lock screw on the right end of the saddle. Estimate
the amount of gib lock screw adjustment required, and tighten the gib lock screw on the left end of the saddle. Tighten
the gib lock screw on the right end of the saddle to lock the give in place, and recheck. Repeat as necessary.
To adjust the gib for too small of a clearance: Loosen the gib lock screw on the left end of the saddle. Estimate
the amount of gib lock screw adjustment required, and tighten the gib lock screw on the right end of the saddle.
Tighten the gib lock screw on the left end of the saddle to lock the gib in place, and recheck. Repeat as necessary.
Figure 40
Table Gib Screw K2, K3 and K4
5.2.1.2
Saddle Side Gib Adjustment, Y-Axis
See Figure 41.
1.
Clean all chips, dirt and excess oil from the table and saddle.
2.
Center the saddle on the bed ways.
3.
Move the table fully to the left side of the saddle.
4.
Remove the chip wiper guard and chip wiper from the front and rear of the left side box way.
