Specifications

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ProtoTRAK SMX K2, K3, K4 & Retrofit Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List Manual
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4. Attach a .0001 dial indicator with a magnetic base to the left front of the saddle. Place
the indicator stylus on the top surface of the box way.
5. Lift the end of the table up and note the amount of movement on the dial indicator.
Adjust the Y-axis left bottom gib until the registered movement is .0010-.0015.
6. Move the table fully to the right.
7. Reposition the indicator to the right front of the saddle.
8. Lift the right end of the table up and note the amount of movement on the dial indicator.
Adjust the Y-axis right bottom gib until the registered movement is .0010-.0015.
• To adjust the gib for excessive clearance:
Loosen the gib lock screw on the back of the saddle. Estimate the amount of gib
lock screw adjustment required, and tighten the gib lock screw on the front of the
saddle. Tighten the gib lock screw on the back end of the saddle to lock the gib in
place, and recheck. Repeat as necessary.
• To adjust the gib for too small of a clearance:
Loosen the gib lock screw on the front of the saddle. Estimate the amount of gib
lock screw adjustment required and tighten the gib lock screw on the back of the
saddle. Tighten the gib lock screw on the front of the saddle to lock the gib in
place, and recheck. Repeat as necessary.
Figure 42
Saddle Bottom Gib Adjustment (K3 & K4 Only)