OPTIMUM
M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y
Operation
Version 1.0.1 dated 2015-05-27
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Original operating instructions
TU3008 | TU3008V
GB
4.9
Changing the feed rate
4.9.1 Selector switch
Use the selector rotary switches to select the feed direction and feed speed.
ATTENTION!
Wait until the machine has come to a complete stop before making any change to the
selector levers.
Img.4-5: Changing the feed rate
INFORMATION
Use the table on the lathe for selecting the feed speed or the thread pitch. Replace the change
gears if the required thread pitch or feed cannot be obtained with the installed gear set.
4.9.2 Changing the change gears
The change gears for the feed are mounted on a quadrant.
Disconnect the machine from the electrical supply.
Loosen the locking screw on the quadrant with a hexagon key.
Img.4-6: Locking screw quadrant
Selector lever cross feed
Longitudinal feed
Selector lever
Feed speed
Clamping screw
(Hexagon key)