Step 3:
Use a wrench to apply torque to the drawbar. This will draw the
fixture firmly into the spindle.
Step 4:
Reinstall the spindle cap when the fixture/tooling is in place.
Removing R-8 Tooling from the Drawbar
Use the procedure below to remove tooling using the drawbar method:
Step 1:
Stabilize the drawbar with the spanner wrench and use a wrench to
apply force counterclockwise to the drawbar nut.
Step 2:
Loosen the drawbar two to three turns counterclockwise.
Step 3
: Use a deadblow or brass hammer to strike a downward blow on the
top of the drawbar to loosen the fixture from the spindle.
Unscrew the drawbar only two to three turns before striking. Unscrewing it
further before striking the drawbar can damage the threads on the drawbar or
the fixture.
Step 4
: Continue turning the drawbar until it unscrews from the tooling.
Step 5:
After the tool is free from the spindle, hold the fixture with your free
hand or use a catch box to prevent the tooling from dropping onto your machine
or workpiece.
Figure 6.5 Use the supplied spanner wrench to hold
the spindle in place while tightening the drawbar
! NOTICE !
When installing or removing tooling with sharp edges, always
cover the sharp edges with a shop towel or appropriate covers
or guards to prevent injuries. Always shield yourself
appropriately when using hammers.
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