Mittler Bros Machine & Tool 400-VSUADJ User Manual
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3. Turn In/Out Handwheel counterclockwise to move vise assembly to front side (Left side).
4. Install #1 Center Gib Adjustment Screw. NOTE: Center Adjustment Screws MUST be
removed for proper operation to move vise assembly through entire travel.
5. Turn clockwise each Front Side Gib Adjusting Screw (qty. 2) to move the opposite side gib.
This will “spread & tighten” the gibs.
Make very small adjustments at a time!
After
making an adjustment turn the hand wheel and run through the entire range of travel
feeling for smooth and snug movement. If it seems too tight, back the adjusting screws off
a very small amount and tap gib opposite the adjusting screws with a soft head hammer
and repeat the process.
6. Remove #1 Center Gib Adjustment Screw, when vise assembly travels with smooth, snug
pressure.
7. Turn In/Out Handwheel clockwise to move vise assembly to Back Side (Right side).
8. Install #2 Center Gib Adjustment Screw. NOTE: Center Adjustment Screws MUST be
removed for proper operation to move vise assembly to Back Side.
9. Turn clockwise each Gib adjusting screw (qty. 2) to move the opposite side gib. This will
“spread & tighten” the gibs.
Make very small adjustments at a time!
After making an
adjustment turn the hand wheel and run through the entire range of travel feeling for
smooth and snug movement. If it seems too tight, back the adjusting screws off a very
small amount and tap gib opposite the adjusting screws with a soft head hammer and
repeat the process.
10. Remove #2 Center Gib Adjustment Screw, when vise assembly travels with smooth, snug
pressure.
11. Turn In/Out Handwheel counterclockwise and clockwise to insure smooth, snug travel
through entire front to back movement.
12. Once you are satisfied with the adjustments tighten the ten gib mounting bolts and recheck
your adjustments. This procedure may take a few tries.
13. Position the lift slings as shown on Page 4 Step #5 & remove the C clamps. Lift the
machine and remove the 4x4 blocks. Set the machine down on your stand / table and bolt
down using the previously removed bolts.
Gib Adjustment Screws