Okuma Lathe LB25

Adjusting Belt Tension by Using A Tension Meter (Optional)

Turn the tension adjusting bolt

Adjust belt tension using a tension meter (optional) by referring to Table 4-2

After adjusting the belt tension, tighten bolt A to clamp the motor base

Provide deflection ô at the center of the belt span and read the tension load 'F'

When installing a new belt, or readjusting the present belt, the tension should be adjusted to the values shown in Table 4-2 below

Sign off on the tensioning belts procedure

Procedure to Clean the Separately Installed Coolant Tank

Remove the cover at the side of the coolant pump

Draw the coolant out of the tank by the pump

Pull out the coolant tank to the right until the pump protrudes from the side cover, and pull it out to the front

After cleaning the tank, reinstall the coolant tank

Warning: The coolant tank must not protrude from the front rail. If the coolant tank is not installed correctly, coolant will leak

Warning: This procedure requires trained personnel with PPE!

Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) specifies that the lathe should turn cylindrically to within 0.015 per 225 mm (0.00059 per 8.86 in.) of finishing length of work held in a chuck without the use of tailstock center to hold the work.

Mount the aligning fixtures (A) to the front of the headstock with screws B (M12, 1 pc .~ each)

Tighten screws C (M12, 2 pcs.) lightly to the base

Screw in screws D (M12, 2 pcs.) to fixture (A) until they contact the base

Loosen screws E and F (M24, 6 pcs.)

Adjust the alignment of the headstock with screws C and D

After completing the adjustment, tighten screws E and F, then remove fixtures (A)

Sign off on the alignment of the headstock

Change hydraulic oil in the hydraulic unit

Supply lubricating oil to the chip conveyor

Sign off on the 6 months lathe inspection

Warning: Only use specified lubricating oil and coolant.

Is the correct lubricating oil being used?

Is the correct coolant being used?

If incorrect oil or coolant is used, it may cause corrosion or lubrication failure.

Check for potential issues if non-recommended coolant is used

If any issues are found, avoid using the coolant.

Check the oil level in the tank.

For normal oil consumption amount, refer to 1-2 in this section.

Prior to shipment, the oil and coolant tanks are flushed out and must be refilled during the initial installation.