Description
Number of Pages: 37
This is a reproduction of an original Bridgeport-ROMI 16 1/2″ Metal Lathe Instructions Manual. This manual covers the proper operating procedures, adjustments, and maintenance.
I have the parts manual for this machine as well.

Contents:
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Introduction………………………………………………………….. |
3 |
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Safety precautions…………………………………………………. |
4 |
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Basic operating pratice……………………………………………. |
4 |
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Care and warnings before operating the machine…………. |
5 |
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Routine inspection………………………………………………….. |
6 |
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Warming up the machine…………………………………………. |
7 |
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Set up for machining………………………………………………. |
7 |
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Operation…………………………………………………………….. |
8 |
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After finishing a job………………………………………………… |
9 |
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Preparation for maintenance…………………………………….. |
9 |
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Maintenance work…………………………………………………. |
10 |
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After maintenance and until machine is operated………….. |
11 |
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Care and cleaning………………………………………………….. |
11 |
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Location of warning labels on the machine………………….. |
12-14 |
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Main features……………………………………………………….. |
15 |
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Specifications……………………………………………………….. |
16 |
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Lifting and moving………………………………………………….. |
17-19 |
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Foundation…………………………………………………………… |
20 |
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Levelling………………………………………………………………. |
21 |
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Main components………………………………………………….. |
22 |
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MAINTENANCE |
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Bed…………………………………………………………………….. |
23 |
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Headstock……………………………………………………………. |
24-27 |
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Motor drive………………………………………………………….. |
28 |
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Saddle…………………………………………………………………. |
29 |
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Carriage operation (Z axis)………………………………………. |
29 |
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Turret operation (X axis)…………………………………………. |
30 |
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Basic maintenance………………………………………………….. |
31 |
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Tailstock………………………………………………………………. |
32 |
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Lubrication……………………………………………………………. |
32-35 |
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Table of equivalent lubricants……………………………………. |
36 |
Overview:
I have collected this information for many years and have found the information they contain to be priceless in using and setting up the machines properly. I believe this manual will be a valuable resource of knowledge that will provide a lot of helpful information that is often hard to find. My manuals are not photocopies. I maintain a high standard of quality in my reproductions. Most of the manuals I reproduce look better than their originals. I have professionally digitally edited every page, and removed stains, wrinkles and handwriting. All of the manuals are printed on thick white paper to withstand shop wear and tear.


