Version 1.2.8 - 2020-08-03
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Translation of original operating manual
MT50
GB
MT
5
0_GB
_4.
fm
5.14
Turning the spindle head-holder
It is possible to rotate the spindle head carrier by ± 180°.
The spindle head support must be turned by 180 ° for horizontal milling to be able to mount the
thrust bearing.
Proceed as follows:
If it is necessary to turn the spindle head carrier very far first move the spindle head com-
pletely to the front in order to be able to pass the arm of the control panel while slewing.
Img.5-10: „Moving the spindle head-holder forward or back“ on page 38
Loosen the clamping screws (4 units).
Position the spindle head carrier to the desired position by turning it by hand.
Fasten the clamping screws.
Img.5-18: Turn spindle head carrier
5.15
Conversion to horizontal milling
CAUTION!
When horizontal milling the chips and splash guard must be mounted on the milling
table.
Mount the side milling cutters to the desired position of the milling spindle.
Determine the position of the slide bearing
Turn the spindle head carrier 180°. The milling head vertical milling must be located behind.
Clamping screws 4 x (turn
spindle head carrier)
Scale ± 90°
(turn spindle head carrier)
