GIDDINGS & LEWIS - Service Manuals
40 manuals available for download
GIDDINGS & LEWIS has been a trusted manufacturer of precision machine tools, and our comprehensive collection of technical documentation ensures you have access to the resources needed for optimal operation and maintenance. Whether you're seeking a detailed service manual, repair guide, or parts list for your equipment, our PDF downloads provide workshop-ready instructions covering setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures. From operating manuals to user guides, each document is sourced to support technicians and operators in keeping their machines running efficiently. Browse our catalog of 40+ technical resources designed specifically for GIDDINGS & LEWIS machinery.
21, 24 & 28 inch Upright Drill Service Manual
Service and repair manual for Giddings & Lewis 21, 24, and 28 inch upright drills. This comprehensive workshop manual covers machine setup and installation, lubrication schedules, operational procedures, spindle and table control adjustments, step-by-step disassembly instructions, and detailed repair parts information. An essential troubleshooting and maintenance guide for technicians servicing these precision general-purpose drilling machines. Copyright 1965.
250 & 300 Horizontal Boring Machine Service Manual
Service and maintenance manual for the Giddings & Lewis 250 and 300 horizontal boring machines, covering both standard table and rotary table configurations. This workshop manual provides detailed nomenclature diagrams identifying major machine units, control levers, feed selectors, spindle components, and rotary table assemblies essential for technicians performing repairs and maintenance. The manual serves as a comprehensive parts reference and troubleshooting guide for operators and service personnel working on these precision machine tools. Published by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, USA. Table of Contents: - NOMENCLATURE - END SUPPORT BLOCK CLAMP - END SUPPORT HAND TRAVERSE - END SUPPORT CLAMP LEVER - HAND PUMP - TABLE POSITIVE INDEX STOP LEVER - REVOLVING TABLE CLAMP LEVER - SADDLE CLAMP LEVER - ROTARY TABLE - HEADSTOCK CLAMP LEVER - SPINDLE SPEED RANGE SELECTOR - SPINDLE FINE HAND FEED - PENDANT CONTROL - SPINDLE FEED SELECTOR - SPINDLE FEED REVERSE - SPINDLE FEED ENGAGEMENT AND QUICK TRAVERSE TURNSTILE - SPINDLE RAM CLAMP LEVER - SPINDLE FEED DIAL CLAMP - MILLING FEED LOW RANGE LEVER - SPINDLE SPEED SELECTOR - MILLING FEED SELECTOR - MILLING FEED BACK GEAR LEVER - MILLING FEED AND RAPID TRAVERSE LEVER - FEED LEVER-HEAD UP OR DOWN - HAND FEED-HEAD UP OR DOWN - HAND FEED-SADDLE LEFT OR RIGHT - FEED LEVER-SADDLE LEFT OR RIGHT - FEED LEVER-TABLE FORWARD OR BACKWARD - HAND FEED-TABLE FORWARD OR BACKWARD - TABLE CLAMP LEVER
330-T Horizontal Boring Machine Parts Manual
Comprehensive parts manual for the Giddings & Lewis 330-T horizontal boring machine, a heavy-duty tool designed for boring, drilling, and milling operations. This workshop reference includes a detailed index and functional overview of all lever controls, along with a complete lubrication chart to guide proper maintenance. The manual provides systematically organized parts listings with corresponding print numbers for all major assemblies: clutch shifting units, machine columns, headstock components, spindle feed mechanisms, table drive systems, transmissions, and control assemblies. Also contains practical instructions for ordering replacement parts, with clear serial number location guidance for accurate identification. Originally published in 1951 by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company, this repair manual serves as an essential reference for technicians maintaining or servicing this classic industrial boring machine. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Location of Assembled Units - Lubrication Chart - Clutch Shifting Unit - Clutch Unit (for machines without pendant control) - Column - End Support - Headstock (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock & Spindle Feed (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock Cover (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock Cover (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (single spindle-optional) - Headstock Oil Piping - Milling Feed - Milling Feed Control - Motor Drive (starting with serial #7207) - Pendant Control - Saddle Screw Reduction - Spindle Feed - Spindle Feed - Table Bed - Table & Saddle - Transmission - Transmission Control
340-T Horizontal Boring Machine Parts List
Giddings & Lewis 340-T Horizontal Boring Machine Parts List — Bulletin No. 40. This comprehensive parts manual covers the 340-T Table Type horizontal boring, drilling and milling machine, providing indexed sections for clutch shifting units, columns, headstocks, spindle feed mechanisms, table drives, transmissions, and lubrication charts. Every major assembly and subassembly is cross-referenced with print numbers and component identifiers, making it essential for locating exact replacement parts, ordering spares, and performing maintenance on this industrial machine tool. Technicians and shop managers will find the organized layout particularly useful for identifying component locations and understanding the machine's drivetrain and mechanical systems. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Location of Assembled Units - Lubrication Chart - Clutch Shifting Unit - Clutch Unit (for machines without pendant control) - Column - End Support - Headstock (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock & Spindle Feed (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock Cover (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock Cover (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (single spindle-optional) - Headstock Oil Piping - Milling Feed - Milling Feed Control - Motor Drive (starting with serial #7207) - Pendant Control - Saddle Screw Reduction - Spindle Feed - Spindle Feed - Table Drive - Table & Saddle - Transmission - Transmission Control
340-T Horizontal Boring Mill Operating Manual
Operating manual for the Giddings & Lewis 340-T horizontal boring mill, providing complete guidance on machine setup, operation, and maintenance. Covers assembly procedures for the table, saddle, column, counterweights, headstock and end support structure. Detailed lubrication instructions specify oil and grease application points across the headstock, bed mechanism, table, saddle and end support to ensure reliable performance. Operating procedures walk through starting, stopping, reversing, speed changing, spindle power feed, hand feed, milling feed and rapid traverse functions. Adjustment sections address driving clutches, spindle bearings, spindle sleeve bearing, head clamp, spindle feed clutch, and saddle and table clamps for precise setup. Special features section explains saddle supports, screw feed thread cutting attachment, double set spindle and built-in revolving table capabilities. This workshop manual serves as an essential reference for operators and maintenance technicians working with this heavy-duty industrial boring mill.
340-T Horizontal Boring Mill Parts Manual
Parts manual for the Giddings & Lewis 340-T horizontal boring mill, a table-type machine tool designed for boring, drilling, and milling operations. Published by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin (Bulletin No. 40, Copyright 1951). This repair parts reference provides a systematic index of replacement parts units with corresponding print numbers, enabling technicians to identify and source components quickly. Includes detailed lever function descriptions, assembly location diagrams, and a comprehensive lubrication chart for preventive maintenance. Covers the clutch shifting unit, spindle feed assembly, headstock variants, motor drive configuration, pendant control system, transmission mechanisms, and table saddle assemblies. Essential for workshop technicians and machine operators performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and component replacement on this classic horizontal boring mill. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Location of Assembled Units - Lubrication Chart - Clutch Shifting Unit - Clutch Unit (for machines without pendant control) - Column - End Support - Headstock (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock & Spindle Feed (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock Cover (prior to serial #7147) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock Cover (starting with serial #7162) - Headstock (single spindle-optional) - Headstock Oil Piping - Milling Feed - Milling Feed Control - Motor Drive (starting with serial #7207) - Pendant Control - Saddle Screw Reduction - Spindle Feed - Spindle Feed - Table Drive - Table & Saddle - Transmission - Transmission Control
350-F & 360-F Horizontal Boring Parts Manual
Repair parts manual for Giddings & Lewis 350-F and 360-F floor-type horizontal boring machines. Essential reference for technicians and shop managers servicing these heavy-duty drilling and milling systems. Details replacement parts for column assemblies, column bases, end supports, and headstock units across various serial number configurations starting at #9900. Includes comprehensive oil piping diagrams, replacement feed and speed drive specifications, and complete lubrication procedures to keep these industrial machines running reliably. Practical ordering instructions help you source the correct parts quickly. Published by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Bulletin No. 60. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Lubrication - Column - Column Base - End Support - Headstock (Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock (Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock (6 Spindle)(Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock Oil Piping - Replacement Feed & Speed Drive - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900)
350-T Horizontal Boring Mill Parts Manual
Parts manual for the Giddings & Lewis 350-T horizontal boring mill, a table-type machine designed for precision boring, drilling, and milling operations. Published as Bulletin No. 50 in 1951 by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. This workshop manual provides the essential reference for locating and ordering replacement components, with a comprehensive parts index including print numbers, lever function descriptions, and exact location guides for all assembled units. The manual also features a detailed lubrication chart and complete ordering instructions covering quantity requirements, part nomenclature, part numbers, and machine serial number identification. An invaluable resource for maintenance technicians and machine operators responsible for keeping this equipment in reliable working condition. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Location of Assembled Units - Lubrication Chart - Clutch Shifting Unit - Clutch Unit (for machines without pendant control) - Column - End Support - End Support - Headstock (prior to serial #5937) - Headstock (prior to serial #5937) - Headstock Cover (prior to serial #5937) - Headstock (starting with serial #5950) - Headstock (starting with serial #5950) - Headstock (starting with serial #5950) - Headstock Cover (starting with serial #5950) - Headstock (single spindle-optional) - Headstock (starting with serial #9218) - Headstock (starting with serial #9218) - Headstock (starting with serial #9218) - Headstock (starting with serial #9218) - Headstock Oil Piping - Milling Feed - Milling Feed Control - Motor Drive (starting with serial #5986) - Pendant Control - Saddle Screw Reduction - Spindle Head - Spindle Feed (prior to serial #5937) - Table Drive - Table Drive - Table & Saddle - Transmission - Transmission Control
350-T Table Type Boring Mill Operator's Manual
Operator's manual for the Giddings & Lewis 350-T table type horizontal boring mill, a precision machine tool designed for boring, drilling, and milling operations. Bulletin No. 50-A. This workshop manual covers essential machine setup including checking, handling, and placement procedures, along with detailed assembly instructions for the table, saddle, column, counterweights, headstock, and end support. Complete lubrication specifications and reference charts ensure proper maintenance and long machine life. Operational guidance addresses starting, stopping, reversing, speed changing, and feed control sequences. Adjustment procedures cover driving clutches, spindle bearings, feed clutches, and traverse mechanisms with precision requirements. Special features documented include the screw feed thread cutting attachment, double set spindle, and built-in revolving table. Engineering data and full spindle specifications are included to support setup and troubleshooting.
350F & 360F Horizontal Boring Machine Service Manual
Service and repair manual for the Giddings & Lewis 350F and 360F horizontal boring machines, Bulletin No. 60. This workshop manual covers floor-type machines and provides comprehensive instructions for maintenance, repair, and parts replacement. It includes a detailed lever function index and complete lubrication procedures for all machine systems. The manual supplies precise parts diagrams and schematics for the column, headstock assemblies (both earlier versions and machines from serial number 9900 onward), column base, end support, and headstock oil circulation piping. Also documented is the replacement feed and speed drive unit SK-1641-RE, with full operational diagrams identifying all control levers and their specific functions. An essential troubleshooting and maintenance reference for technicians servicing these industrial boring machines. Table of Contents: - Preface - Index - Lever Functions - Lubrication - Column - Column Base - End Support - Headstock (Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock (Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock (6" spindle)(Prior To Serial #9900) - Headstock Oil Piping - Replacement Feed & Speed Drive - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900) - Headstock (Starting With Serial #9900)
50 Series Boring Mill Instruction Manual
Instruction manual and parts list for the Giddings & Lewis 50 Series horizontal boring mill — a table-type machine for boring, drilling, and milling operations. This shop-floor manual covers machine installation, lubrication schedules, operational procedures, routine maintenance, adjustment techniques, and illustrated parts identification. Originally issued in 1953, the manual reflects mid-century industrial metalworking standards and provides the technical reference needed for setup, troubleshooting, and component replacement on this classic horizontal boring machine. Table of Contents: - Section A, Installation - Assembly of Machine - Assembly of End Support - Section B, Lubrication - Lubrication of Machine - Lubrication of End Support - Lubricants and Specifications of Lubricants - Headstock Lubrication and Hydraulic Diagram - Machine Lubrication and Hydraulic Diagrams - Section C, Operation - Operation of Machine - Operation of End Support - Section D, Maintenance and Adjustments - Maintenance of Machine - Suggestion for Balanced Radius Bar - Maintenance of End Support - Section E, Repair Parts
65 Series Vertical Turret Lathe Service Manual
Giddings & Lewis 65 Series vertical turret lathe service manual and parts reference covering three machine sizes: 32 inches, 42 inches, and 52 inches. This technical documentation provides detailed assembly drawings and repair parts diagrams for transmission systems, chuck assemblies for manual 3-jaw and 4-jaw operation, top works lubrication points, feed control mechanisms with both side head and rail configurations, power index turret systems, turret head assemblies, ram head components, and rail assemblies shown in back and front views for each size variant. The manual spans approximately 65 pages of comprehensive technical drawings and parts documentation essential for maintenance and troubleshooting of this heavy-duty machine tool. Table of Contents: - POWER INDEX TURRET - Parts List - Assembly Print - TURRET HEAD - Parts List - Assembly Print - RAM HEAD (42" & 52") - Parts List - Assembly Print - LUBRICATION - TURRET HEAD - Parts List - Assembly Print - LUBRICATION - RAM HEAD - Parts List - Assembly Print - POWER INDEXING - SIDE HEAD - Parts List - Assembly Print - SIDE HEAD - Parts List - Assembly Print - LUBRICATION - RAIL (32") - Parts List - Assembly Print - LUBRICATION - RAIL (42" & 52") - Parts List - Assembly Print - RAIL - BACK VIEW (32") - Parts List - Assembly Print - RAIL - FRONT VIEW (32") - Assembly Print - RAIL - BACK VIEW (42" & 52") - Parts List - Assembly Print - RAIL - FRONT VIEW (42" & 52") - Assembly Print
Bickford 13-19 Radial Drills Service Manual
Service manual and repair parts guide for Bickford Chipmaster radial drilling machines in 13, 15, 17, and 19-inch models manufactured by Giddings & Lewis. This workshop manual provides complete technical coverage of installation procedures, operational guidelines, lubrication schedules, adjustment techniques, and step-by-step disassembly instructions alongside a comprehensive parts list for maintenance and repair work. The manual documents three distinct spindle speed selection systems: full hydraulic pre-selection, partial pre-selection, and manual lever shift control, enabling technicians to understand and service machines configured with any of these drive methods. Also includes standard specifications for spindle nose dimensions to support accurate component identification and replacement. Table of Contents: - INTRODUCTION - INSTALLATION - PREPARATION FOR USE - SPECIFICATION - LUBRICATION - OPERATION - Starting - Spindle Operation - Selection of Spindle Speeds - Selection of Feeds - Fine Hand Feed - Hand Feed Operation - Setting the Compensating Dial Depth Gage - Positioning the Head - Clamping and Unclamping the Head - Clamping and Unclamping the Column - Raising or Lowering Arm - Clamping the Arm - ADJUSTMENTS - Adjusting Arm Clamp - Adjusting Arm Lubrication - Adjusting Column Clamp - Adjusting Forward and Reverse Driving Clutches - Adjusting Quick Return Clutch - Spindle Adjustment - Speed Dial Alignment - Feed Dial Alignment - Safety Feed Clutch Adjustment - Adjusting Hydraulic Head Clamp - Adjusting Manual Head Clamp - Adjusting Gibs - Adjusting Spindle Counterbalance - Adjusting Lubricating Oil Pressure - Adjusting Power Rapid Traverse Clutch - DISASSEMBLY - Taper Pins - To Remove Quick Return Clutch from Head - To Remove Feed Unit from Complete Pre-Select Machines - To Remove Feed Unit from Lever-Shift & Partial Pre-Select Machines - To Remove Spindle without Removing Spindle Sleeve - To Remove Spindle and Sleeve - To Remove Driving Clutches - To Remove Counterbalance Spring - STANDARD SPINDLE NOSE DIMENSIONS - REPAIR PARTS
Bickford NumeriMite Operating Instruction Manual
Operating instruction manual for the Bickford NumeriMite 5-hp upright drill, a numerically controlled production machine equipped with the Numeripoint control system. This workshop manual covers essential setup and operation including machine dimensions, control station operation, punched tape codes for CNC instructions, workpiece orientation procedures, proper control tape placement in the tape reader mechanism, and tapping head assembly configuration. The document includes detailed front views, right-side elevation views, and three-quarter perspectives clearly showing table dimensions and overall machine specifications for layout planning. Manual 984-2, copyright 1963.
Cincinnati Hypro Boring Mills Parts List
Complete erection instructions and parts list for Cincinnati Hypro Boring Mills manufactured by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company. This workshop manual provides detailed assembly guidance and comprehensive component identification for setup and maintenance of these precision boring machines. Essential reference for technicians performing initial installation, troubleshooting, or locating replacement parts during service operations.
Diesel Engine Machining Technical Data
Technical reference manual from Giddings & Lewis covering advanced machining methods for diesel engine production and repair work. Detailed guidance on milling and boring operations for engine bearing seats, including practical setups with angular milling attachments. Contains step-by-step bearing seat boring procedures, simultaneous boring techniques for multiple bearing locations, and reboring methods for restoring damaged bearing surfaces. Emphasizes Davis boring bar applications with expanding-retracting type cutters, demonstrating efficient approaches to engine block and crankcase machining. Includes technical data, setup examples, and practical strategies for precision boring work on diesel powerplants.
Engineering Source Handbook - Technical Data
Comprehensive technical reference handbook from Giddings & Lewis, a major manufacturer of flexible manufacturing systems, transfer lines, special machining systems, automated assembly equipment, and cellular production systems. This engineering source handbook delivers essential conversion factors, technical tables, and engineering data for industrial production environments. Includes corporate contact information for the Fond du Lac, Wisconsin headquarters and details on manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Germany. A practical reference tool for engineers and technicians working with manufacturing automation and precision machining systems.
Giddings & Lewis Handbook: Boring, Drilling, Milling
Giddings & Lewis Handbook covering the operation and maintenance of horizontal boring, drilling, and milling machines from this respected machine tool manufacturer. Originally issued July 14, 1948 to the University of Illinois Library (Serial No. 1499), this workshop manual serves as a comprehensive reference for machinists and operators working with these precision industrial machines. The handbook features a dedicated section for periodic supplementary updates titled Outstanding Applications, which documents the latest developments and progressive practices in workholding methods, tooling strategies, machining procedures, and accessory devices specific to Giddings & Lewis equipment. New technical sections were distributed by mail for insertion into the ring binder format, allowing the manual to stay current with evolving shop practices and tooling innovations. An essential service and maintenance resource for anyone operating or maintaining these machines.
Gilman Engineering & Manufacturing - Product Overview
Product overview and corporate brochure for Gilman Engineering & Manufacturing Company, a subsidiary of Giddings & Lewis, Inc. Documents 35 years of development as the leading U.S. manufacturer of automatic assembly and manufacturing systems. Covers production capabilities from 100 to over 3,000 assemblies per hour, including Gisholt automatic lathes and industrial balancing equipment. Details real-world applications across automotive, appliances, and aerospace industries, with more than 250 installed Gilman systems operating in 75 manufacturing plants across the four major U.S. automotive producers. Includes facility photographs and assembly line equipment imagery showcasing manufacturing processes and machine capabilities.
Handbook for Horizontal Boring, Drilling, Milling
Comprehensive handbook for horizontal boring, drilling, and milling machines from Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company (1947). This practical service and workshop manual covers machine fundamentals, basic operations, work methods, and outstanding applications—organized across four main sections designed to help operators and manufacturers understand productive capabilities and handle machining operations effectively on these industrial machine tools. An essential reference for anyone operating or maintaining horizontal boring mills and related equipment from this era.
Handbook Tables and Useful Data - Technical Data
Technical reference handbook from Giddings & Lewis covering essential conversion tables and machining data for horizontal boring mills, drilling machines, and milling equipment. Provides quick-access conversion tables for millimeters to inches (1–500 mm range) and vice versa, arc minutes to decimal degrees, and circle circumferences and areas. Includes surface cutting speed recommendations, decimal equivalents for fractional dimensions, hardness conversion scales, Morse taper specifications, standard milling machine tapers, S.A.E. steel numbering classifications, and American standard thread pitch with corresponding tap drill sizes. Valuable as a workshop manual reference for machinists and tool engineers working with precision boring and milling operations.
Horizontal Boring Drilling Milling Handbook
Giddings & Lewis Horizontal Boring Drilling Milling Handbook covering Chapter XXV on auxiliary equipment and accessories for horizontal boring machines. Details the practical application of rotary tables for precise workpiece positioning and setup elimination, along with proven precision indexing techniques. Includes comprehensive technical analysis of crankcase machining operations spanning eight distinct movements across six indexed positions, with locating fixtures and dial indicator methods for verification. Provides technical illustrations and dimensional drawings essential for accurate surface machining and establishing bore center location relative to crankshaft centerline. This workshop manual serves as a reference guide for setup optimization and repeatability on heavy-duty boring mill operations.
Horizontal Boring Machine Handbook - Machining Operations
Chapter XIV of the Giddings & Lewis Horizontal Boring Machine Handbook covers miscellaneous machining operations essential to production work, including facing, turning, threading and tapping procedures. This section provides technical descriptions of facing and turning operations with detailed diagrams illustrating machine elements, typical workpiece geometries suited to facing work, and the continuous-feed facing head accessory. Practical setup examples and step-by-step adjustment procedures guide operators through turning, boring and facing operations on cast workpieces, helping technicians optimize tool positioning and feed rates for reliable production results.
Horizontal Boring Machine Handbook - Part 3
Part 3 of the Giddings & Lewis Handbook for Horizontal Boring, Drilling and Milling Machines covers rotary table attachments and accessories essential for machine tool setup and operation. Chapter VIII details plain rotary tables, hand feed designs, and power feed precision rotary tables, along with vertical rotary table variants and indexing mechanisms for table-type machines. The manual includes detailed technical illustrations of standard rotary table configurations with graduated increments, setup methods for optimizing workpiece positioning, and guidance on specialized equipment for large-scale machining operations. A practical workshop reference for rotary table selection, installation, and machining workflow on horizontal boring equipment.
Horizontal Boring Machine Handbook - Scales
Chapter XIX of the Giddings & Lewis Handbook dedicated to reading and using scales and vernier mechanisms on horizontal boring machines. This section explains the vernier principle in practical terms and covers scale graduations specific to table-type machines, detailing both vertical and horizontal positioning scale layouts. Technical diagrams illustrate vernier and scale assemblies with worked measurement examples showing how to achieve .001 inch precision readings. Addresses column scales, table scales, and the vernier adjustment procedures necessary for accurate spindle positioning during setup and operation.
Horizontal Boring Machines Handbook Part 4
Horizontal Boring Machines Handbook Part 4 — Chapter XI on boring operations. This technical reference covers the fundamentals of boring work, tooling selection, and practical execution methods including single-tool boring and fly-cutting approaches. Detailed sections explain cutter holder configurations (wedge-locked, screw-locked, and micrometer-adjustable designs), boring head assemblies with adjustable slides, and precision setup procedures using depth gauges and measurement techniques to achieve accurate tool positioning. Essential workshop manual content for machinists working with horizontal boring equipment.
Horizontal Boring, Drilling & Milling Handbook Part 2
Part 2 of the Giddings & Lewis horizontal boring, drilling and milling handbook focuses on Chapter V, providing comprehensive technical coverage of machine units and control systems. The text offers detailed descriptions of headstock assemblies, spindle mechanisms, gear trains, feed systems, and operator controls. It traces the evolution of boring machine design from early single-function machines to modern integrated systems with centralized control panels, explaining spindle feed rates, in-and-out feed motions, gear arrangement principles, and the mechanical linkages that coordinate machine movements. Heavily illustrated with technical diagrams and factory photographs documenting control lever configurations, complete control panel layouts, headstock assembly details, and various machine setups—including Figures 35, 36, and 37, which show control lever arrangements, full machine control schematics, and gear-spindle relationships. An essential reference for technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel working with horizontal boring and milling equipment.
Model D 340-T 350-T Horizontal Boring Manual
Instruction and parts manual for Giddings & Lewis Model D, 340-T, and 350-T horizontal boring machines with integrated drilling and milling capabilities. Originally published in 1958 by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Co. of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, this workshop manual covers machine installation, lubrication schedules, operational procedures, optional equipment configurations, and detailed adjustment methods. Includes comprehensive repair parts documentation with cross-referenced engineering drawings and guidance on ordering replacement components using serial number identification. An essential reference for technicians and operators maintaining these classic industrial machine tools. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - LUBRICATION - OPERATION - OPTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS - ADJUSTMENTS - REPAIR PARTS - Manual Spindle Reversing Transmission Control - Motor Drive and Reversing Clutch with Foot Mounted Motor - Milling Feed Control - Column (340-T) - Column (350-T) - Headstock (340-T) - Headstock (340-T) - Headstock (340-T) - Headstock (340-T) - Headstock (340-T) - Headstock (340-T) (Spindle Feed) - Headstock (350-T) - Headstock (350-T) - Headstock (350-T) - Headstock (350-T) - Headstock (350-T) - Headstock (350-T) (Spindle Feed) - Table and Saddle (340-T) - Saddle Screw Reduction (340-T) - Milling Feed - Transmission - Feed Box - Table and Saddle (350-T) - Table Drive - Saddle Screw Reduction (350-T) - Headstock - Oil Piping - Anti-Friction End Support Assembly - Pendant Control - Automatic Positioning Master Switch
Model D 340-T/350-T Boring Machine Manual w/Blueprints
Comprehensive instruction and parts manual for Giddings & Lewis Model D 340-T and 350-T table-type horizontal boring machines, covering drilling and milling operations. This workshop manual includes detailed assembly, operation, and maintenance guidance for these precision machine tools, along with technical blueprints for reference during setup and repair. Produced by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Manual 43. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - LUBRICATION - OPERATION - OPTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS - ADJUSTMENTS - REPAIR PARTS
Model E 3" & 4" Horizontal Operating Manual
Operating manual for Giddings & Lewis Model E 3 inch and 4 inch horizontal boring mills, covering all essential procedures for manual operation from initial startup through shutdown. Details main power controls, spindle operation, table and saddle positioning, and adjustment of standard manual features. Also includes setup and operation of optional attachments: power drawbolt, work lighting, coolant circulation system, rotary table indexing, and automatic spindle cycling with five-cam package. Serves as the complete workshop reference for operators and technicians maintaining these precision horizontal boring machines.
Model H 5 and 6 Horizontal Service Manual
Giddings & Lewis Model H 5 and 6 horizontal boring machine service manual covering installation, spindle alignment procedures, lubrication schedules, and adjustment specifications. Includes detailed repair parts lists, technical drawings, and schematic diagrams essential for maintenance and troubleshooting in the workshop. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - Shipment and Transit - Preparation for Installation - Foundation Preparation - Saddle Support Runways - Column - Headstock - Counterweights - Elevating Screw - Swage Bracket - Headstock Gib Adjustment - Control Equipment - Table and Saddle - Lead Screw and Splined Shafts - Saddle Supports - End Support - TABLE TYPE ALIGNMENTS - Alignments - LUBRICATION - Introduction - Lubrication Chart and Noteplates - Oil Level - Oil Pressure - Milling Feed and Transmission - Headstock - Continuous Way Oiling System - Headstock Lubrication - Table and Saddle - Way Oil Filters - Magnetic Filter - End Support - Changing Oil - ADJUSTMENTS - Introduction - Hydraulic and Lubrication Pump Adjustments - Gib Adjustment - Adjustment of Spindle Depth Dial and Limit Switches - Adjustment of End Support Bearing Block - Changing the Power Drawbolt - Preventive Maintenance - REPAIR PARTS
Models 3040 & 3045 Boring Mills Parts List
Parts list and indexed repair drawings manual for Giddings & Lewis Models 3040 and 3045 floor-type horizontal boring mills. Covers detailed assembly diagrams for the column, drive pinion housing, elevating mechanism, head assembly, runway assembly, and spindle feed case. Includes instructions for ordering replacement parts using serial number reference, making this workshop manual essential for maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work on these industrial machining centers.
No. 300 Horizontal Boring Mill Manual
Instruction and parts manual for Giddings & Lewis No. 300-T and No. 300-RT horizontal boring mills. This service manual covers ordering procedures for repair parts and provides a comprehensive overview of major machine units with labeled technical diagrams. Detailed illustrations identify the end support, table, saddle, column, headstock, sheave bracket, and machine bed structure, along with a detailed breakdown of the revolving table assembly. Serial number 1095, Department 531. Essential workshop reference for maintenance, repair, and parts identification. Table of Contents: - INSTALLATION - LUBRICATION - OPERATION - ADJUSTMENT - REPAIR PARTS SECTION - Bed unit (sheet 1) - Bed unit (sheet 2) - Bed oiling unit - Column unit - End support unit - Headstock unit (sheet 1) - Headstock unit (sheet 2) - Headstock unit (sheet 3) - Headstock oiling unit - Measuring device unit (Head & table) - Measuring device unit (Saddle) - Milling feed unit - Motor drive unit - Scale and vernier unit (Head & table) - Scales and vernier unit (Saddle) - Speed unit - Spindle Feed Unit (sheet 1) - Spindle feed unit (sheet 2) - Table and saddle unit (sheet 1) - Table and saddle unit (sheet 2) - Transmission unit - Transmission control unit - Feed box unit - Master switch unit - Rod trough and master switch mounting (Table) - Rod trough and master switch mounting (Headstock) - Solenoid shifter and fine feed mechanism (Table) - Solenoid shifter application (Headstock) - Solenoid shifter mechanism - 30 x 36 Revolving table (sheet 1) - 30 x 36 Revolving table (sheet 2) - 22" Continuous feed facing head
NumeriCenter 15V Repair Parts Manual
Repair parts manual for the Giddings & Lewis NumeriCenter-15V general-purpose machine tool. Published by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Manual 982-5-100, copyright 1963. This workshop manual supplies technical illustrations and detailed parts information for machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Use it to identify replacement components and understand the mechanical assembly of this precision industrial equipment. Table of Contents: - # HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
NumeriCenter-15V Operating Instruction Manual
Operating instruction manual for the NumeriCenter-15V general-purpose machine tool manufactured by Giddings & Lewis. This comprehensive workshop guide covers fundamental operation, setup procedures, and maintenance requirements essential for reliable machine performance. Includes practical instructions and best-practice recommendations for daily operation and proper care of the equipment. Originally published in 1965.
Radial Drilling Machine R-18B Service Manual
Comprehensive service and repair manual for Giddings & Lewis-Bickford radial drilling machines, covering models with 11, 13, 15, 17, or 19-inch diameter columns. Manufactured in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, this R-18B workshop manual provides detailed guidance on installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Super-Service Radial Drill. Includes complete parts lists and repair procedures essential for keeping these precision drilling machines in proper working condition. Suitable for shop technicians and machine operators responsible for daily care and service of radial drilling equipment.
Super Service Radials Service Manual
Instruction and repair manual for Giddings & Lewis Super Service Radial drill columns in 11, 13, 15, 17 and 19 inch diameter sizes. Manual R-18B published by Giddings & Lewis Machine Tool Company, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Copyright 1946. This comprehensive service manual covers detailed installation, operation and maintenance procedures for radial drill equipment originally manufactured by Cincinnati Bickford Tool Co. Serves as an essential workshop reference for technicians performing setup, troubleshooting and repair work on these industrial drilling machines.
Traction Motor Housing Machining Technical Data
Technical data and advanced shop practices for machining traction motor housings on Giddings & Lewis horizontal boring machines. This service manual covers casting reclamation, bearing cap removal, housing boring and facing operations, and provides detailed guidance on work-holding fixture design to maximize output and extend G.L. feed movement capacity. Includes practical examples using the No. 340 Table Type machine, making this workshop reference essential for shop floor implementation and maintenance of these precision boring operations.
Vertical Boring and Turning Mill Manual
Comprehensive instruction and repair manual for the Giddings & Lewis HYBO Vertical Boring and Turning Mill, covering the 8-foot heavy, 10-foot, 10-foot heavy, and 12-foot models. This workshop manual details installation procedures, lubrication specifications, operational guidelines, maintenance and adjustment protocols, and a complete illustrated parts list with technical diagrams. The manual draws from the manufacturer's original documentation, published in 1955 by Giddings & Lewis in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Essential reference for technicians and operators performing setup, routine service, and component replacement on these heavy-duty boring and turning mills. Table of Contents: - # Thread Cutting Chart - Turret Head - Thread Cutting Attachment
Vertical Boring and Turning Mill Service Manual
Complete service manual for Giddings & Lewis vertical boring and turning mills covering 54-inch, 64-inch, and 6-foot models. Originally published in 1955, this workshop manual provides comprehensive guidance on installation, lubrication schedules, operational procedures, maintenance and adjustment protocols, and a detailed repair parts list. Indispensable reference for technicians and operators responsible for setup, troubleshooting, and servicing these heavy-duty precision machines. Table of Contents: - Turret Head - Thread Cutting Attachment