On-The-Vehicle - aesco

On-The-VehicleAdjusting the Lathe Runout10.0 At this point, the 800 brake lathe is ready tobe turned on and adjusted for runout. Start thisprocess by inserting the power cord into the twist-lockreceptacle located on the end of the control box.10.2 Turn the power switch ON.10.3 Correct for lathe runout by using the twoadjustment knobs (red and blue) located on the runoutadjustment head. First turn the red knob, then theblue knob decreasing dial indicator movement asmuch as possible until the indicator movementimproves. Continue to turn red and blue knobs alternatelyto decrease dial indicator movement. Whenmovement of dial indicator has been reduced to.004-inch or less, adjustment is complete. Notethat resulting cut will be within .002-inch.10.1 Make sure lock pin (yellow) is locked into therunout adjustment head before activating the powerswitch.Runout DiagramIndicator Distance1/2 Indicator DistanceOrigin ofMovementNote that the Dial IndicatorReads .001 (1/1000) of anInch Between the Marks.002-inchmovement atcarbide inserts.004-inchmovementat indicatorLATHEAMMCO 800 On-The-Vehicle Brake Lathe • 15