CHESTER Craftsman User manual

CraftsmanBeltDriveLathe
InstructionManual
ChesterUKLtd
ClwydClose,HawardenIndustrialPk
Hawarden,NrChester
Flintshire.CH53PZ
Tel:01244531631
Email:[e-mail]
www.chesteruk.net

Contents
1. Introduction 2
2. Health&Safety 35
3. MachineSpecification 6
4. InstallationPlans 7
5. GeneralDimension 8
6. MetalCuttingProcess
a.Introduction
b.CentreLathe
c.CuttingTools
d.BasicTheory
e.ToolAngles
f. ToolMaterial
g.MaterialCommonUse
h.ToolLife
i. ChipForm./Breaker
j. CuttingSpeed/Feed
k.CuttingFluid/Lubric.
l. ScrewCutting
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7. Conclusion 23
8. Parts
a.BedAssembly
b.HeadstockAssembly
c.GearboxAssembly
d.ApronAssembly
e.SaddleAssembly
f. ToolPostAssembly
g.TailstockAssembly
h.ControlRodAssembly
i. H’stockCoverAss’bly
j. ElectricSys.Assembly
k.FollowRestAssembly
l. SteadyRestAssembly
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Introduction
ChesterUKLimitedisaspecialistcompanythathasbeensupplyingthemachinetoolindustryforover15
years. The Chester UK Head Office comprises of a 30,500 sq.ft factory complete with offices and a
showroom. Specialising in conventional machine tools, Chester has built a reputation for quality and
reliability,whichishighlyregardedinthemachinetoolindustryandthemodelengineeringmarket.
Thereareseveraldivisions withinthe company;Export,Education, ModelEngineering&UKSales,all
withdedicatedsalespersonnelwhoaretrainedtoansweryourquestions.
When buying from Chester you can be assured of a complete backup service with mechanical and
electricalengineersthatareavailabletogiveadviceifrequired.
StockisalargepartofanybusinessandChesterhavealwaysinvestedsubstantiallyinbuildingalarge
quantity of machines and spares, ready to satisfy customer requirements. Chester UK has one of the
largest stocks ofconventional new machines and accessories within Great Britain. Pleasetake time to
visitourwebsite: www.chesteruk.net
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Health&Safety
Aswithallmachinerytherearecertainhazardsinvolvedwiththeoperationanduseofthelathe.Using
themachinewithrespectandcautionwillconsiderablylessenthepossibilityofpersoninjury.However,if
normalsafetyprecautionsareoverlookedorignored,personalinjurytotheoperatormayresult.
Thismachinewasdesignedforcertainapplicationsonly.Westronglyrecommendthatthemachineisnot
modified,and/orusedforanyapplicationotherthanwhichitwasdesigned.Ifyouhaveanyquestions
relativetoitsapplicationdonotusethemachine,untilyouhavefirstbeenincontactwithChester
UK.
The lathe may not arrive with a power socket or plug. In the event of this happening, please inform
ChesterUKonTel:(01244)531631.
Safetyrulesforalltools
User
1. Wearcorrectapparel
Noloose clothing,gloves,rings,braceletsorotherjewellerytogetcaughtinmovingparts.Non
slipfootwearisrecommended.Wearprotectivehaircoveringtocontainlonghair.
2. Alwaysweareyeprotection
Refer to ANSLZ87.1 standard for appropriate recommendations. Also use face and / or a dust
maskifthecuttingoperationisdusty.
3. Don’toverreach
Keepaproperfootingandbalanceatalltimes.
4. Neverstandonatool
Seriousinjurycouldoccurifthetoolistippedorifthecuttingtoolisaccidentallycontacted.
5. Neverleavethetoolrunningunattended
Turnpoweroff.Leavetooluntilitcomestoacompletestop.
6. Drugs,alcoholandmedication
Donotoperatethetoolwhileundertheinfluenceofdrugs,alcoholoranymedication.
7. Makesurethetoolisdisconnectedfromthepowersupply
Whilemotorisbeingmounted,connectedorreconnected.
8. Always
Keephandsandfingersawayfromanymovingparts.
9. Stop
Themachinebeforemovingchips.
10.Shutoff
Powerandcleanthelatheandworkareabeforeleavingthemachine.
Useofthemachine
1. Removeadjustingkeysandwrenches
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
beforeturningit‘on’.
2. Don’tforcethetool
Itwilldothejobbetterandbesaferattherateforwhichitwasdesigned.
3. Usetherighttool
Don’tforcethetoolorattachmenttodoajobforwhichitwasnotdesigned.
4. Securework
Useclampsoravicetoholdworkwhenpractical.It’ssaferthanusingyourhands,andfreesboth
tooperatethemachine.
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5. Maintaintoolsintopcondition
Keeptoolssharpandcleanforthebestandsafestperformance.Followinstructionsforlubricating
andchangingaccessories.
6. Userecommendedaccessories
ConsultChesterUKforrecommendedaccessories.Theuseofimproperaccessoriesmaycause
hazards.
7. Avoidaccidentalstarting
Makesuretheswitchisinthe‘OFF’positionbeforeplugginginpowercord.
8. Stop
Themachinebeforeputtingmaterialinthevice.
9. Always
Havestockfirmlyclampedinthevicebeforestartingthecut.
10. Groundalltools
If the tool is equipped with a threeprong plug, it should be plugged into a threehole electrical
receptacle.Ifanadapterisusedtoaccommodateatwoprongreceptacle,theadapterplugmust
beattachedtoaknownground.Neverremovethethirdprong.
Adjustment
Make all adjustments with the power off.When assembling follow the manuals instructions, this
willensurecorrectinstructionandasafestructure.
Workingenvironment
1. Keeptheworkareaclean
Clutteredareasandbenchesinviteaccidents.
2. Don’tuseinadangerousenvironment
Don’tusepowertoolsindamporwetlocations,orexposetorain.Keeptheworkareawelllit.
3. Keepchildrenetcatasafedistance.
Allchildrenetcshouldbekeptatasafedistancefrom theworkarea.
4. Don’t
Install&usethismachineinanexplosivedangerousenvironment.
Maintenance
1. Disconnect
Machinefromthepowersourcewhenmakingrepairs.
2. Checkdamagedparts
Beforefurtheruseofthetool,aguardorotherpartthatisdamagedshouldbecarefullycheckedto
ensure that it would operate properly and perform its intended function check for alignment of
movingparts,bindingofmovingparts,breakageofparts,mountingandanyotherconditionsthat
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
3. Disconnecttools
Beforeservicingandwhenchangingaccessoriessuchasbladesbits,cutters,etc.
4. Toprevent
Thecorrosionofmachinedsurfaceswhenasolubleisusedascoolant,payparticularattentionto
wipingdrythesurfaceswherefluidaccumulatesanddoesnotevaporatequickly,suchasbetween
themachinebedandvice.
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