-54-
Model G0750G (Mfg. Since 11/12)
Figure 81. Gearbox dial settings for 18 TPI.
3. Locate A and C to the left of 18 TPI and find
1 and V above it.
Note: In the next step, use the chuck key to
rock the spindle back-and-forth to help mesh
the gears as you make adjustments.
4. Position the gearbox dials, as shown in
Figure 81.
The lathe is now setup to cut 18 TPI threads.
Apron Threading Controls
The half nut lever engages the carriage with the
leadscrew, which moves the carriage and cutting
tool along the length of the workpiece for thread-
ing operations (see Figure 82).
Important: Make sure the feed selection lever
is in the disengaged (middle) position before
attempting to engage the half nut.
Figure 82. Apron threading controls.
Cross Slide
Disengaged
Feed Selection
Carriage
Engaged
Halfnut
Lever
Disengaged
Feed Selection
Lever
Half Nut
Lever
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
