Model G4000 (Mfg. Since 8/09)
-15-
Chip Pan
Workbench
Bolt
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Hex Nut
Lathe
Silicone
Sealant
figure 7. Example of a through mount setup.
Chip Pan
Workbench
Flat Washer
Lathe
Silicone
Sealant
Lag Bolt
figure 8. Example of a direct mount setup.
Another option for mounting is a "direct Mount"
where the machine is simply secured to the work-
bench with a lag screw, as illustrated in
figure 8.
Mounting
the chip pan and the base of the lathe have
holes that allow the machine to be mounted to
a workbench. you Must mount your machine
to a workbench to prevent it from unexpectedly
moving during operation, which could lead to
personal injury or property damage.
follow these guidelines when mounting your
lathe to ensure safe and accurate cutting
results:
•
Make sure that the workbench can adequate-
ly support the weight of the machine and
materials and that it will not move or vibrate
during operation.
•
use
1
⁄
2
" bolts, which is the largest diameter
fastener that the holes in the lathe and chip
pan will accommodate. When using hex nuts,
apply thread-locking fluid to ensure they do
not come loose.
•
use a quality silicone sealant between the
lathe and the chip pan to prevent coolant and
other fluids leaking through onto the work-
bench or floor.
•
to ensure accurate results from your lathe,
use a precision level to make the lathe bedway
exactly level from side-to-side and front-to-
back. if necessary, use shims between the
lathe and chip pan.
Note: Re-check the bedway after 24 hours,
after two weeks, then annually to make sure
it remains level.
the strongest of the two mounting methods
illustrated in this section is the "through Mount"
method. in this method, holes are drilled all
the way through the workbench, and hex bolts,
washers, and hex nuts are used to secure the
lathe and chip pan to the workbench, as illustrated
in
figure 7.
unexpected movement of the lathe during
operation could draw the operator's hands or
body into the moving parts of the machine.
Make sure this machine is properly secured
to a stable workbench or stand before con-
necting it to power.
