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Model g4173
1
⁄
8
hp power Feeder
test Run
once the assembly is complete, test run your
power feeder to make sure it runs properly and is
ready for regular operation. the test run consists
of verifying that the motor powers up and runs
correctly, and that the rollers operate.
if, during the test run, you cannot easily locate
the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop
using the machine immediately, then review
troubleshooting on Page 21.
if you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our
tech support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.
to test run the power feed:
1. read the entire instruction manual first!
2. Make sure all tools and foreign objects have
been removed from the tabletop area.
3. Make sure the speed dial (Figure 19) is
pushed iN and turned all the way to the left.
4. Make sure the feed direction rocker switch
(
Figure 19) is in the central position.
5. adjust the power feeder so all wheels are
approximately 1" above the table surface.
6. Connect the power feeder to the power
source.
7. push the feed direction rocker switch to the
left or right.
8. pull the speed dial out until it stops and the
power feeder will slowly turn. the power feed
should run slowly and smoothly with little or
no vibration.
9. slowly turn the speed dial clockwise. the
speed of the wheels should increase respec-
tively.
10. turn the speed dial back to zero, push the
rocker switch to the other direction, and
turn the speed dial clockwise again until the
wheels turn. the wheels should turn the
opposite direction from before.
11. turn the power feeder
OFF
and move the
rocker switch to the central position. the test
run is complete.
Loose hair, clothing, or
jewelry could get caught
in machinery and cause
serious personal injury.
Keep these items away
from moving parts at all
times to reduce this risk.
Figure 19. Feed direction and speed dial.
Feed direction
rocker switch
Meters per
Minute
scale
Feet per
Minute
scale
speed dial
oN
oFF
