Powerhead components & functions – Smithy GN1300 User Manual

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Powerhead Components & Functions

A. Lathe/Mill Clutch - This clutch engages the mill portion of the Smithy Granite Lathe-

Mill-Drill when pulled out and moved to the left. When moved to the right the lathe is

engaged. Center position is neutral.

B. Speed Dial - The speed dial controls the motor rpm. Rotating clockwise increases the

speed.

C. Forward/Reverse & On/Off Switch - The red toggle button underneath the yellow

cover reverses the direction of the motor. The green middle button is the “power-on”

button. The large red button is the stop button and cuts power to the machine.

D. Powerfeed Function Lever - Moving the lever to the left, powers the lathe

powerfeed. Moving the lever to the right powers the mill powerfeed.

E. Leadscrew Rotation Direction Handle - Positioning this handle to the right

causes the leadscrew to rotate clockwise. Positioning to the left causes the leadscrew to

rotate counterclockwise.

F. Selector Lever 1-7 - Used in conjunction with Selector Lever I-III to set feed rate or

pitch setting for cutting threads.

G. Selector Lever I-III - Used in conjunction with Selector Lever I-7 to set feed rate

or pitch setting for cutting threads.

H. Jog Knob - Assists in meshing gears inside the quick change gear box which is

controlled by selector levers 1-7 and I-III. Rotating the knob helps align gears

I. Oil Level/Sight Glass - Normal oil level is at the half way point, add oil if the level

of oil in the sight glass drops below this level.

J. Quick Change Gear Box - Houses the gears that determine feed rates and gear

settings for cutting threads.

Figure 4.5 Granite Powerhead Parts (Front View)

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