Southbend SB1059F User Manual

For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11

EVS Toolroom Lathe w/DRO

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With the exception of the handwheel handles, the 
lathe is shipped fully assembled.

To install the handwheel handles, thread the 
large handle into the carriage handwheel and the 
small handle into the cross slide handwheel, as 
shown in Figure 19.

To level the machine, use a precision level to 
make sure the bedways are level from side-to-
side and from front-to-back.

— If using the included leveling pads (see 

Figure 17), place them under the six 
leveling jack bolt locations, then adjust 
the bolts to level the lathe.

— If using mounting hardware that does not 

allow for adjustment, level the lathe by 
placing metal shims between the lathe 
base and the floor before bolting it down.

The headstock, quick-change gearbox, and apron 
oil reservoirs must have the proper amount of oil 
in them before the lathe can be operated for the 
first time.

Damage caused to the bearings and gears from 
running the lathe without oil in the reservoirs 
will not be covered under warranty. Refer to the 
Lubrication section, beginning on Page 68, for 
details on how to check, add oil, and prime the 
headstock oil pump.

Lag screws and anchors, or anchor studs 
(below), are two popular methods for bolting 
machinery to a concrete floor. We suggest you 
research the many options and methods for 
mounting your machine and choose the best one 
for your specific application.