rixstix
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Questions for the group since LMS is backlogged in returning phone calls for a day or so...
Cross slide has play that goes clank, clank when shoved back and forth. There is no movement in the handle. Assume cross slide nut backlash needs a tune-up. Hint/Pointers. Manual is sparse. Gotta find the box the movers packed the metric allen wrenches to fit the screws.
How does thread dial function without any apparent physical connection to the lead screw? The gear just hangs in thin air.
I did save myself the embarrassing moment of calling with a DOA problem with the lathe not powering up. Manual doesn't say anything about chuck guard having a power disable switch built in and the FWD/OFF/REV switch is actually a FWD/REV without a middle position... the Chuck Guard is the OFF position.
I expected everything to move smoothly with 2 fingers to turn handles but I assume a little use will loosen things up.
Cross slide has play that goes clank, clank when shoved back and forth. There is no movement in the handle. Assume cross slide nut backlash needs a tune-up. Hint/Pointers. Manual is sparse. Gotta find the box the movers packed the metric allen wrenches to fit the screws.
How does thread dial function without any apparent physical connection to the lead screw? The gear just hangs in thin air.
I did save myself the embarrassing moment of calling with a DOA problem with the lathe not powering up. Manual doesn't say anything about chuck guard having a power disable switch built in and the FWD/OFF/REV switch is actually a FWD/REV without a middle position... the Chuck Guard is the OFF position.
I expected everything to move smoothly with 2 fingers to turn handles but I assume a little use will loosen things up.