Smithy GN1300 - Manual (Page 25)

L-10. Leadscrew Clutch- Is designed to slip to reduce damage to the machine
apron if the carriage is accidentally run into the head of the machine.
Carriage Assembly
The carriage assembly consists of:
• Crossslide table
• Carriage; the lower portion of the table that rides on the bed ways,
• Apron; the portion that hangs from the cross-slide table in front of the
machine.
The carriage moves by hand or by power along the bed ways. Its function is to support
the cutting tool rigidly while in the lathe mode and to secure the workpiece while in the
mill mode. The carriage can be locked into place with the lock found on the back of the
carriage.
The figure to the above right identifies and defines the major components of the carriage
assembly.
A. Cross-SlideTable - The top portion of the carriage assembly. It supports the
compound angle toolpost (not pictured) which holds the lathe cutters and tooling. The
table also supports your workpiece when operating the mill. The cross-slide table has four,
7/16” sized t-slots for securing tooling and mounting workpieces.
! NOTICE !
There is a neutral position with this selector. Be sure that it is completey
engaged in either the metric or inch mode before you begin your threading
operation.
Figure 4.8 Granite Carriage Assembly
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