RIDGID WL1200 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 16)

Assembly (continued)

Check Spindle Rotation

The lathe spindle must rotate counterclockwise when

viewed from the spindle end.

NOTE: Make sure the spur center is removed from the

spindle.

1. Plug the lathe power cord into a properly grounded

outlet (See page 5)

2. Stand clear of the lathe spindle and turn the switch

On. Notice the rotation of the spindle. If it is Not turn-

ing Counterclockwise contact your Authorized Ser-

vice Center immediately before using this tool.

Aligning Centers

If the centers are not in line as shown, make the following

adjustments.

1. Make sure the tailstock and ram are locked when

checking for alignment.

2. Loosen the screw in the foot... Tap the screw to loosen

the locknut inside.

3. Using a 5mm hex “L” wrench, loosen the setscrew on

the back of the headstock. The screw is located about

1-3/4" from the bottom.

4. Swing the tailstock so that the two points are in line...

tighten the setscrew in the headstock and the screw in

the end of the tailstock.

Adjusting Tailstock

The tailstock contains a brass screw which bears against

the "key" on the underside of the bed. This screw prevents

excessive "looseness" (rocking back and forth) of the tail-

stock.

1. Loosen the locknut using a 13mm wrench.

2. Tighten the screw moderately against the key, then

loosen it about 1/4 turn.

Slide the tailstock along the bed. If it does not stick or bind

in any one spot, tighten the nut. If it binds or sticks, loosen

the screw only enough so that the tailstock slides smooth-

ly along the bed.

Rotation

Terminal

Cover

5mm Hex “L”

Wrench

Headstock

3/16"

Set Screw

Tailstock

Handwheel

Screw

Foot

Tailstock

Lock

Brass

Screw

Locknut

Key

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