3. MACHINE INSTALLATION
Unpacking
After the machine has been unpacked, check carefully its general condition as well
as the condition of all the accessories.
Handling
The unpacked machine shall be moved onlyby the help of a suitable crane. Before
passing the ropes over the specified places, see fig 2, pull out the tail stock and
carriage and fix them in the rear hand position so that when lifting the machine you
will obtain the required balance. When moving the machine, never strike or hit it
sharply as this may affect the machines accuracy irrespective of whether or not
there is any visible defects.
Since the paint on some parts of the machine maybe damaged duringthis process,
place protective pads of fabric or other suitable material on the respective places.
Preparation
Before placing the machine in the predetermined position, clean it carefully from
the protective oil. The machine surfaces should be cleaned with pure naphtha or
benzine.
Do not use hard objects or any solvent that could damage the metal surfaces or
the paint of the machine. Use dry cloths to dry any damp surfaces of the machine
and coat with machine oil to help protect the clean surfaces. Remove the end gear
cover and clean all components of the end gear assembly and coat all the gears
with heavy non-slinging grease.
Mounting, Foundations and Levelling
To obtain accurate, durable and trouble-free operation of the machine, mount it
only on a suitable foundation and level the machine carefully. The foundation is to
be prepared in advance with concrete with a thickness from 200 to 300mm
according to the soil type.
The unpacked machine is lifted by crane according to the specified method and
after the anchor and leveling bolts are in place, lower the machine onto the
foundation so that anchor bolts enter into the respective holes in the machine base.
The guide way should be checked horizontally in the longitudinal and transverse
direction towards the machine axis by the help of a spirit level with an accuracy of
+/- 0.02/1000mm and +/- 0.04/1000mm. After this initial levelling has been carried
out, pout cement putty into the space below the machine legs around the anchor
bolts.
After the cement has set (3-4 days), tighten the nuts of the anchor bolts carefully
and evenly. Check the machines level again and if necessary correct using the
