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G0657/G0658 Benchtop Lathe
5. Turn the machine OFF.
6. Remove the switch disabling key, as shown
in Figure 12.
7. Try to turn the start the machine with the
paddle switch.
—If the machine does not start, the switch
disabling feature is working as designed.
—If the machine starts, immediately stop the
machine. The switch disabling feature is
not working correctly. This safety feature
must work properly before proceeding with
regular operations. Call Tech Support for
help.
Figure 12. Removing switch key from paddle
switch.
Test Run
Once the setup is complete, test run your machine
to make sure it runs properly and is ready for
regular operation.
The test run consists of verifying the following:
1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and
2) the safety disabling mechanism on the switch
works correctly.
If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate
the source of an unusual noise or vibration,
stop using the machine immediately, then review
Troubleshooting on Page 30.
If you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our
Tech Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.
To test run the machine:
1. Make sure you have read the safety instruc-
tions at the beginning of the manual and that
the machine is setup properly.
2. Make sure all tools and objects used during
setup are cleared away from the machine.
3. Connect the machine to the power source.
4. Verify that the machine is operating correctly
by turning the machine
ON.
—When operating correctly, the machine
runs smoothly with little or no vibration or
rubbing noises.
— Investigate and correct strange or unusual
noises or vibrations before operating the
machine further. Always disconnect the
machine from power when investigating or
correcting potential problems.