ATLAS/CRAFTSMAN 12" LATHE 3986 3985 Clausing Manual

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Manual Description

Number of Pages: 21

This is a reproduction, not a photocopy, of an Atlas 12" Bench Lathes for Model 3985 & 3986. This manual contains information on set up, lubrication, adjustments, maintenance, and controls as well as a complete parts list and exploded views. This was also sold under the craftsman brand name.

This manual will help you with setting up and running an Atlas Lathe.

Installation:
Mounting Lathe on Bench...................................4&5
Leveling....................................................6
Lubrication
Lubrication Chart...........................................7
Controls And Operation
Back Gear Controls..........................................8
Changing Spindle Speeds.....................................8
Headstock...................................................8
Quick-Change Gear Box.......................................9
Carriage....................................................9
Tailstock..................................................10
Sequence of Engaging Controls..............................10
Chucks and Face Plates.....................................11
Maintenance and Adjustments
Preventive Maintenance.....................................11
Adjusting Gibs..........................................11&12
Adjusting Spindle Bearings.................................12
Adjusting Compound and Cross Feed Cranks...................12
Adjusting Lead Screw Safety Clutch.........................12
Checking Lead Screw Alignment..............................13
Adjusting Lead Screw Alignment.............................13
Parts Index
Headstock..................................................14
Quick-Change Gear Box......................................15
Saddle And Slides..........................................16
Apron......................................................17
Bed and Tailstock..........................................18
Countershaft Assembly - Bench Model Lathes.................19
Guards.....................................................20
Tumbler Assembly...........................................21

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; they are then comb bound with heavy cover pages so they lie flat on the workbench.