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Model G0824 (Mfd. Since 12/16)
Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution
Workpiece is
tapered.
1. Spindle and tailstock centers are not
properly aligned with each other.
2. Lathe bed is twisted.
1. Re-align tailstock to headstock spindle centerline
(Page 38).
2. Level lathe (Page 23).
Chuck jaws will
not move or do not
move easily.
1. Chips are lodged in jaws or scroll plate.
2. Dent/ridge in jaw slot of chuck body.
1. Remove jaws, clean and lubricate scroll plate, then
re-install jaws.
2. Stone or file off high spot in jaw slots.
Spindle lacks
turning power or
starts up slowly.
1. Belts are slipping. 1. Tighten belts (Page 79); inspect for oil/grease on
belts and clean/replace as necessary.
Gear change dials
will not shift into
position.
1. Gears not aligned inside headstock/quick-
change gearbox.
1. Rotate spindle by hand with light pressure on the
dial until gears fall into place.
Workpiece slips in
chuck.
1. Chuck jaws do not match workpiece
diameter.
2. Cutting pressure/feed rate is too high.
3. Spindle speed is too high.
4. Jaws are worn or not installed properly.
1. Reposition or mold workpiece so that diameter
matches chuck jaw dimensions.
2. Reduce cutting force.
3. Reduce spindle speed (Page 49).
4. Remove/re-install properly; turn jaws with cutting
tool so they are concentric; replace jaws or chuck.
Carriage will not
feed or is hard to
move.
1. Gears are not all engaged.
2. Half nut lever is engaged.
3. Carriage lock is tightened down.
4. Screw is loose on feed handle.
5. Chips have loaded up on ways.
6. Ways are dry and in need of lubrication.
7. Gibs are too tight.
8. Gears broken.
9. Feed clutch is slipping.
1. Engage gears using gear dials.
2. Disengage half nut lever.
3. Check to make sure carriage lock is fully released.
4. Tighten.
5. Frequently clear away chips that load up during
turning operations.
6. Lubricate bedways/ball oilers (Page 66).
7. Loosen gib screw(s) slightly (Page 77).
8. Replace gears.
9. Increase clutch spring pressure (Page 81).
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