Model g0554z (Mfg 01/09+)
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Faceplate
the 12" faceplate included with your lathe is used
when machining non-concentric workpieces or for
off-center turning by clamping the workpiece to it.
refer to the
AccESSORiES section on page 48
for clamping options.
use a minimum of three independent
clamping devices to hold a non-concentric
workpiece onto the faceplate. Failure to do
so could cause the workpiece to be ejected
from the lathe, which could result in serious
personal injury or property damage.
Loading Workpiece
1. disConnECt lAthE FroM poWEr!
2. lay a piece of plywood on the bedway under
the faceplate to protect it.
Figure 34. Workpiece clamped to the faceplate.
3. With assistance, place the workpiece onto
the faceplate and clamp it in place with a min-
imum of three independent clamping devices
(see
Figure 34 for an example).
Note:
Take into account the rotation and
cutting forces that will be applied to the
workpiece when clamping it to the faceplate.
Always use a low spindle speed when
machining non-concentric workpieces or
for off-center turning to avoid ejecting the
workpiece from the mounting device at
a high rate of speed. Failure to heed this
warning could lead to serious personal
injury, death or property damage.