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10. Assembly of the Optional DML305/L Extension Support
and DML250 Bed Extension
Assembly of the DML250 Bed Extension
Before fitting the bed extension the retaining washer and bolt must be
removed from the end of the lathe bed, as shown in Fig 10.6 using a 5 mm
hex wrench.
Place a spring washer followed by a washer onto an M10 x 30 mm bolt and
screw into the hole on the end of the original bed leaving approximately 15
mm of the 30 mm M10 bolt exposed, Fig 10.7.
Repeat this process for the adjacent hole.
Place the bed extension onto the exposed M10 x 30 mm bolts and tighten
the bolts so that they hold the bed extension in place, Fig 10.8. Do not
tighten the bolts fully as some adjustment may be required to make the bed
surfaces flush with one another so that the tailstock runs smoothly between
the original bed and the bed extension.
Attach the foot of the bed extension to the top of the upright plinth using
M8 x 35 mm bolts with M8 washers (not supplied) on either side of the bed
extension and secured with M8 nuts, Fig 10.9.
Using a soft mallet, carefully tap the bed extension into position so it is
aligned with the original bed extension, ensuring the top surfaces are flush,
Fig 10.10.
Once the extension is fitted, install the retaining washer and bolt to the end
of the bed extension. This will stop accidental removal of the tailstock.
If the lathe is mounted to a bench the rubber feet must be fitted to the bed
extension using the 2 threaded holes at the end of the extension.
Fig 10.7
Washer
Spring washer
M10 x 30 mm bolt
Fig 10.8
Bed
extension
Lathe
Bolts
Fig 10.9
Bed extension
Fig 10.10
Fig 10.6
Retaining washer
Retaining bolt
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