AXELSON - Service Manuals
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Axelson Manufacturing has built a reputation for producing robust, heavy-duty engine lathes engineered for demanding industrial applications. Our comprehensive collection of service manuals, repair guides, and technical documentation provides operators and technicians with the detailed specifications, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guidance needed to keep equipment running at peak performance. Whether you need an owner's manual for routine upkeep or a complete workshop manual with parts lists and service protocols, our PDF downloads deliver the authoritative documentation that professionals depend on to minimize downtime and extend machine life.
Axelson 25 Inch Engine Lathe Service Manual
Service manual for the Axelson 25 inch engine lathe, a heavy-duty machine tool designed for precision metalworking. This workshop manual covers installation procedures, operational guidelines, maintenance schedules, and comprehensive parts information. Published by Veet Industries, East Detroit, Michigan. The manual provides technicians and operators with detailed reference material for keeping this industrial lathe in proper working condition. Whether performing routine maintenance or troubleshooting mechanical issues, users will find the repair guidance and parts documentation essential for workshop management. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - Cleaning - Foundation - Leveling - Starting Lathe the First Time - LUBRICATION - Apron - Carriage - General - Headstock - Lubrication Chart - Lubricant Specifications - OPERATION - Apron - Carriage & Cross Slide - Gear Box - Headstock - Clutch Control Levers - Motor - Shift Levers - Spindle Brake - Specifications - Tailstock - ADJUSTMENT - Apron & Carriage - Headstock Clutch - Hydraulic Brake - Lead Screw - Spindle Bearings - Taper Attachment - SPECIAL LEADS OR THREADS - DIMENSIONAL DATA - Dovetails, V-Ways & T-Slots - Lathe Capacity Chart - Space Requirements for Installation - Specifications - EXTRA EQUIPMENT - Auxiliary Feed Rod & Lead Screw Supports - Collet Draw-In Attachment - Follow Rests - Independent 4-Jaw Chuck - Micrometer Carriage Stop - Plain Rear Rest - Rapid Traverse - Sjogren Collet Chuck - Steady Rests - Taper Attachment - Universal 3-Jaw Chuck - 4-Way Tool Post - PARTS SECTION - STANDARD PARTS - Accessories - Apron - Carriage & Cross Slide - End Train & Gear Box - Headstock - Lead Screw, Feed Rod & Clutch Control - Micrometer Cross Feed Stop - Spindles - Tailstock - EXTRA EQUIPMENT PARTS - Follow Rests - Four Way Tool Post - Motor, Controls & Wiring - Pan & Coolant System - Taper Attachment - Traverse Direct Reading Dial - Rapid Traverse - Steady Rest
Axelson Heavy Duty Engine Lathe Service Manual
Operation and service manual for Axelson Heavy Duty Engine Lathes, covering models in 14, 16, 20, 25 and 32 inch sizes, the Medium Duty Lathe (20W Model) in 20 inch size, and Heavy Duty Oil Country Large Bore Spindle models in 20, 25 and 32 inch sizes. This comprehensive workshop manual addresses proper installation, operation, maintenance and care of these precision machine tools manufactured by Axelson Manufacturing Company at their Los Angeles facility. Includes detailed guidance on lubrication schedules, mechanical adjustments, and construction specifications essential for reliable long-term performance.
Axelson Heavy Duty Engine Lathes - Operation and Service
Operation and service manual for Axelson heavy-duty engine lathes manufactured by Veet Industries. This workshop manual covers installation, operation, maintenance procedures, and parts identification for precision machine-tool equipment. Includes historical background on Veet's manufacturing operations dating from 1925 and the full Axelson lathe product range. Practical reference for setup, daily operation, troubleshooting, and routine service of these industrial-grade machines. 92 pages. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - Cleaning - Foundation - Leveling - Starting Lathe the First Time - LUBRICATION - Apron - Carriage - General - Headstock - Lubrication Chart - Lubricant Specifications - OPERATION - Apron - Carriage & Cross Slide - Gear Box - Headstock - Clutch Control Levers - Motor - Shift Levers - Spindle Brake - Specifications - Tailstock - ADJUSTMENT - Apron & Carriage - Headstock Clutch - Hydraulic Brake - Lead Screw - Spindle Bearings - Taper Attachment - SPECIAL LEADS OR THREADS - DIMENSIONAL DATA - Diameters, V-Ways & T-Slots - Lathe Capacity Chart - Space Requirements for Installation - Specifications - EXTRA EQUIPMENT - Auxiliary Feed Rod & Lead Screw Supports - Collet Draw-In Attachment - Follow Rests - Independent 4-Jaw Chuck - Micrometer Carriage Stop - Plain Rear Rest - Rapid Traverse - Siegren Collet Chuck - Steady Rests - Taper Attachment - Universal 3-Jaw Chuck - 4-Way Tool Post - STANDARD PARTS - Accessories - Apron - Carriage & Cross Slide - End Train & Gear Box - Headstock - Lead Screw, Feed Rod & Clutch Control - Micrometer Cross Feed Stop - Spindles - Tailstock - EXTRA EQUIPMENT PARTS - Follow Rests - Four Way Tool Post - Motor, Controls & Wiring - Pan & Coolant System - Taper Attachment - Traverse Direct Reading Dial - Rapid Traverse - Steady Rest
Axelson Heavy Duty Engine Lathes - Operation and Service
Complete operation and service manual for Axelson Heavy Duty Engine Lathes, covering everything from initial setup through routine maintenance and troubleshooting. This workshop manual guides you through installation, foundation preparation, leveling, and proper lubrication to keep your machine running smoothly. Detailed operational procedures walk you through every major assembly: the apron, carriage, cross slide, gearbox, headstock, spindle brake, and tailstock, plus all control levers and shift mechanisms. Adjustment sections explain how to fine-tune the apron and carriage, headstock clutch engagement, hydraulic brake response, lead screw alignment, spindle bearings, and taper attachment setup. You'll also find specifications for special leads and threads, dimensional data covering dovetails, V-ways, and T-slots, capacity charts to understand your machine's limits, and space requirements for proper installation. The comprehensive parts list breaks down standard components and accessories for the bed, carriage and cross slide, end train and gearbox, headstock, lead screw and feed rod assemblies, spindles, and tailstock, plus optional equipment parts for follow rests, four-way tool posts, motor control wiring, coolant systems, taper attachments, rapid traverse mechanisms, and steady rests. Available in 14, 16, 20, 25, and 32 inch swing sizes.