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Model G0765 (Mfd. Since 12/13)
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Figure 26. Example of a workpiece clamped in a
faceplate.
Faceplate
Non-Cylindrical
Workpiece
Clamp
To mount a non-concentric workpiece to the
faceplate:
1.
DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.
Use appropriate device to protect ways
(refer
to Installation & Removal Device
subsec-
tion).
3.
With help from another person or holding
device to support workpiece, position it onto
faceplate and clamp it in place with a mini-
mum of three independent clamping devices
(see Figure below for an example).
Be sure to take into account rotational and
cutting forces that will be applied to work-
piece when clamping it to faceplate. If neces-
sary, use counter-weights to balance assem-
bly and use a dial indicator to make sure
workpiece is properly positioned for your
operation.
Faceplate
Failure to properly secure a workpiece to
the faceplate could cause the workpiece
to be thrown from the lathe with deadly
force. To reduce this risk, use a minimum
of THREE independent clamping devices to
hold the workpiece onto the faceplate.
Refer to the prior Chuck Installation and Chuck
Removal subsections for instructions on installing
or removing the faceplate.
The faceplate included with your lathe can be
used for a wide range of operations, including
machining non-concentric workpieces, straight
turning between centers, off-center turning, and
boring.
The tools needed for mounting a workpiece will
vary depending on the type of setup you have.
Machining non-concentric workpieces at
high speeds could cause the workpiece to
be thrown from the lathe with deadly force.
To reduce this risk, use a low RPM, and use
counter-weights to balance the faceplate or
workpiece.