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G8143 Collet Closer -3-
To begin assembly, follow these initial safety
instructions.
1. Disconnect the lathe from the power
source!
2. Remove the chuck or any other device that is
mounted to the spindle. (Refer to your
owner’s manual.)
3. Make sure the 5-C Collet/Morse Taper
Adapter (included in the kit) and the spindle
opening are clean and free of oil. Use a soft
cloth or rag to wipe up any contaminant.
Disconnect power to your lathe before
beginning installation of the Model
G8143 Collet Closer.
The Model G8143 Collet Closer allows you to
quickly interchange 5-C collets on your Model
G5860 or Model G7958 Metal-Cutting Lathe. The
positive-locking handle clamps standard 5-C col-
lets safely and securely for precision turning.
Grizzly also offers an extensive line of precision-
ground 5-C collets, ideal for use with the Model
G8143 Collet Closer. See the latest Grizzly
Catalog or visit our web site at www.grizzly.com
for price and ordering information.
Most importantly, we stand behind our tools. If
you have any service questions or parts requests,
please call or write us at the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
e-Mail: support@grizzly.com Site:
http://www.grizzly.com
Mounting the Model G8143 requires the use of a
few simple tools.
Tools Required:
— Adjustable wrench
— 3MM hex key
— 4MM hex key
To remove the lathe cover and the mounting
studs:
Remove the end cover from the lathe by
unscrewing the cover knobs on the left end of the
lathe as shown in Figure 1.
Cover Removal
Commentary
INTRODUCTION
Figure 1. Lathe cover removal.