3-6 Chapter 3: Procedures
QUICK SIX
Cutting the Pusher
This procedure is used to cut the Quick Six 8mm and 15mm pushers to run bar stock up to 6’4” in length. In this procedure, both
pushers will be cut.
Tools List:
• 3mm hex key
• 6mm hex key
• Tape measure
• Scribe (or tool to mark the pusher)
• M6 Drill and tap
Procedure
Conditions:
• Main lid cover open
• Main guiding channels open
Step 1: Insert a tape measure up through the spindle of the lathe and measure back from the face of the collet / chuck 76.5” towards
the bar feed.
Step 2: Using a scribe or another tool, make a mark on the pusher at exactly 76.5”.
Mark the pusher at 76.5”