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G0492 12" X 36" Combo Lathe/Mill
The dead center is used in the tailstock and lathe
spindle to support workpieces. When used in
the tailstock, make sure to keep the MT#3 dead
center tip and workpiece lubricated to prevent tip
galling.
This lathe/mill is also supplied with an MT#5 dead
center that fits into the lathe spindle taper.
To install a dead or live center:
1. Feed the quill out about 1" and insert the
MT#3 dead center (
Figure 24). The mating
tapers provide the locking action.
Figure 25. Faceplate and dead center setup.
NOTICE
Failure to keep dead center point well
lubricated will gall the dead center and
workpiece.
Using the Centers
To install the MT#5 dead center in the spin-
dle:
1. DISCONNECT POWER TO THE LATHE/
MILL!
2. Remove the chuck from the spindle.
3. Install the MT#5 dead center in the spindle.
4. Attach the faceplate to the spindle, see
Figure 25.
Note: When using the dead center in the
spindle, use a lathe dog so that your part will
rotate with the spindle and not spin on the
dead center tip.
Figure 24. Inserting dead center.
2. Move the tailstock into position and lock in
place.
3. Feed the quill into the workpiece.
Note: Make sure there is a center drilled hole
in the end of the workpiece for the dead cen
-
ter.
4. Lock the quill into place once the live center
and the part rotate together. The quill may
need to be adjusted during operation.
5. To remove the dead center, retract the quill
until the dead center pops free.