Model G0750GV (Mfd. Since 03/18)
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The steady rest supports long, small-diameter
shafts and can be mounted anywhere along the
length of the bedway.
Familiarize yourself with the steady-rest compo-
nents shown in
Figure 50 to better understand
the controls.
4. Loosen clamp knob that secures two halves
of steady rest and open top portion, as shown
in
Figure 51.
5. Loosen (3) jam nuts and set screws so finger
roller positions can be adjusted.
6. Use finger adjustment knobs to position bot-
tom two finger rollers against workpiece, as
shown in
Figure 51.
7. Close steady rest, then use finger adjustment
knobs to adjust all three finger rollers so that
they just touch workpiece without causing
deflection.
Note:
The finger rollers should not be pre-
loaded against the workpiece in any great
manner.
8. Lock fingers with set screws and jam nuts,
then tighten clamp knob.
Figure 51. Workpiece mounted in the steady
rest.
Steady Rest
Items Needed
Qty
Hex Wrench 3mm .............................................. 1
Open-End Wrench 10mm .................................. 1
Open-End Wrench 19mm .................................. 1
To install and use steady rest:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Thoroughly clean all mating surfaces, then
place steady rest base on bedways so trian-
gular notch fits over bedway prism.
3. Position steady rest with base clamp where
required to properly support workpiece, then
tighten hex nut shown in
Figure 50 to secure
it in place.
Figure 50. Steady rest components.
Clamp
Knob
Hex Nut
Finger
Adjustment
Knob
Set Screw
& Jam Nut
(1 of 3)
Finger
Roller
(1 of 3)
