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PM-1340GT v8 2021-04
Figure 1-2
Installation using an engine hoist
the bed to keep the slings
outboard of the lead-
screw, feed shaft and motor control rod
to avoid
damage to those components, Figure 1-2. Use 3/4"
plywood, 10" long for the stretcher under the bed
(thicker material will prevent the lathe from seating
properly on the chip tray). The upper stretchers can
be 10" lengths of 2x4 or other rigid material. For
easier alignment on the chip tray, tap wooden dow-
els into the holes at the tail stock end of the lathe
bed (not shown in Figure 1-2).
7. Slowly lift the lathe, controlling any tendency for it to
swing as it clears the pallet.
8. Roll the lathe into position, then hover it an inch or
so over the chip tray. This will allow you to mark the
perimeters of the lathe bed pedestals for the pur-
pose of caulking (optional — applies only if continu
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ous coolant flow is anticipated).
9. (Optional) Apply a thick bead of silicone caulk just
inside the marked perimeters on the tray.
10. Lower the lathe onto the chip tray, making sure that
LEVELING
Make sure th
e lathe is in its permanent location. The
leveling procedure ensures that the lathe bed is in the
same state as it was when the lathe was checked for ac
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curacy in manufacture — level from end to end along the
bed, and from front to back. In other words, no warping.
Make sure all leveling mounts under the cabinets are
properly weight bearing
, firmly in contact with the floor.
Check and adjust level from end to end using a “preci
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sion machinist’s level”, if available. If not, use the most
reliable level on hand. Check and adjust level front-to-
back across the bed using a matched pair of spacer
blocks to clear the Vee tenons on the bed ways. The
blocks need to be ground, or otherwise accurately di
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mensioned. Alternatively, check for level on the ground
surface of the cross slide as the carriage is traversed
from end to end.
CONNECTING POWER
As shipp
ed. the PM-1340GT is set for 220 V. If your
supply is nominally 240 V, it may be desirable to alter
CLEANUP
Metal s
urfaces may be protected by thick grease and/
or paper. Carefully remove these using a plastic paint
scraper, disposable rags and a light oil such as WD-40.
its six mounting holes are properly aligned. Excess
caulk squeezed out by the pedestals will form a
coolant-proof seal.
11. Install the six supplied M12 x 40 hex head bolts
with washers. Fully tighten the bolts. Re-check the
caulking on both pedestals.
12. Install the backsplash on the lathe.
Figure 1-3
Installation using a forklift
