Harbor Freight Tools 98676 User's Manual
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1. NG WASHER POWER CORD el lt LO LO O LO SY SY SY N a gt Z a gt a 2 mM 7 Y MOTOR V PIND T eel OVER MOTOR ANGULAR Page 17 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 98676 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 18 WIRING DIAGRAM DIGITAL READOUT SWITCH LIMITED 1 YEAR 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and dura bility standards and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of pur chase that the engine motor the belts if so equipped and the blades if so equipped are free of defects in materials and workmanship Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from date of purchase that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship 90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equip ment This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for inc2. 13 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 PARTS 17 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY 17 ASSEMBLY 18 WIRING DIAGRAM 19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 19 SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 2 SAVE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warn ings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning pro cedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual or month and year of purchase if product has no num ber Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION In this manual on the labeling and all other information provided with this product This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates A DANGER a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION CAUTI
3. Always rotate the workpiece by hand before turning on the Lathe If the workpiece strikes the tool rest it could split and be thrown out of the Lathe Do not allow cutting tools to bite into the workpiece The wood could be split or thrown from the Lathe Always position the tool rest above the centerline of the Lathe when shaping a piece of stock Before attaching a workpiece to the faceplate always rough it out to make it as round as possible This minimizes the vibrations while the piece is being turned Always fasten the workpiece securely to the face plate Failure to do so could result in the workpiece being thrown away from the Lathe Remove all loose knots in the work piece before mounting between the centers or on the faceplate Position your hands so they will not slip onto the workpiece when the Lathe is running Use a brush or compressed air to remove wood shavings never your hands The wood shavings will be sharp Page 5 20 21 22 SKU 98676 Avoid unintentional starting Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool Do not reach across the Lathe while it is running Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines Do not use the Lathe if it is off bal ance or the workpiece is not properly centered Only feed workpiece into a cutting tool against the direction of rotation The workpiece must always be rotat ing toward you Do not leave the tool unattended when i
4. bined weight of the Lathe and intend ed workpieces The surface must be able to withstand the vibration gener ated by the Lathe during operation The Lathe must be completely level left to right and front to back or the Lathe will not rotate properly and may become damaged The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment Remove the coating with a solvent cleaner or citrus based degreaser Avoid chlo rine based solvents since they will damage the paint Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage DEFINITION OF TERMS Apron The front part of the carriage assembly where the carriage hand wheel is mounted Bed Main supporting casting run ning the length of the lathe Between Centers A dimension representing the maximum length of a workpiece that can be turned between centers Also a method of For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 holding a workpiece by mounting it between the centers of the headstock and the tailstock spindles Carriage The assembly that moves the tool rest along the ways Center A precision ground ta pered cylinder with a pointed tip and a Morse Taper shaft Used in the tailstock to support the end of long workpieces May also be used in the headstock spindle to support work between centers at both ends Center Drill
5. 150 of the rated amperes Accessories SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8 UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product 1 Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch 71 of the Lathe to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual 1 NOTE This product is very heavy 282 2 Ib The following assembly procedures will require at least two additional personnel and a proper lift ing device SKU 98676 Place the Bed 38 assembly on the two Stand Legs 74 78 Align the mounting holes in the Bed assembly with the mounting holes at the tops of the two Stand Legs Secure the Bed assembly to the two Stand Legs using eight Screws 69 eight Spring Washers 75 and eight Nuts 33 Then set the Headstock 1 upon the Bed assembly See Figure A STAND LEGS
6. SCREWS 69 74 78 To attach the Faceplate 2 use the Push Out Rod 22 and Wrench 47 to firmly thread the Faceplate onto the Spindle 4 To attach a work piece to the Faceplate use the four Flat Head Brass Wood Screws 83 See Figures B below and C next page FACEPLATE For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 TAILSTOCK HOLE FIGURE C FACEPLATE WOODSTOCK 2 HEADSTOCK HOLE NOT INCLUDED PUSH OUT ROD 22 TAILSTOCK SPUR 61 FLAT HEAD BRASS SCREWS 4 To install the Headstock Spur 3 and Tailstock Spur 61 remove the Faceplate 2 from the Headstock Spindle 4 using the Push Out Rod 22 and Wrench 47 Insert the Headstock Spur into the Spindle hole then insert the Tailstock Spur into the Tailstock hole To remove either the Headstock Spur or Tailstock Spur insert the Push Out Rod into the 6 The Lathe is now assembled at the opposite end of the Headstock See Figure G or Tailstock See Figures D and E FIGURE G FACEPLATE 5 install the Digital Readout 79 use the two Screws 80 See Figure F SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 SKU 98676 WORK AREA SET UP Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction The Lathe will need to be located on a surface capable of bearing the com
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8. Headstock 1 at the de sired position turn the Angular Set ting Assembly 45 until you have completed at least one rotation Pull out the Eccentric Rod 25 Ro tate the entire Headstock 1 clock wise to the desired position The Headstock will be locked in position when it clicks into one of the five preset settings Then retighten the Angular Setting Assembly 45 See Figure H Page 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 The Lathe features a yellow Safety Switch on the Power Switch 71 to prevent unauthorized use To turn the Lathe on plug the Power Cord 76 into the nearest 120 volt ground ed electrical outlet 2 Insert the Safety Switch into the Power Switch Move the Power Switch to the ON position To turn the Lathe off move the Power Switch to the OFF position To lock the Power Switch in the OFF position remove the Safety Switch and store it in a safe location See Figure I POWER SWITCH 71 The Motor 13 of the Lathe must be running before you can use the Speed Control Lever 48 4 The Speed Control Lever 48 4 can be turned to one of the ten fixed speeds 670 840 1040 1230 1480 1650 1770 2100 2420 2900 RPM To set the speed pull back on the Speed Control Lever 48 4 and ro tate the Lever to the next fixed speed Use the Speed Label 49 to choose the desired Lathe speed Turn the Speed Control Lever 48 4 clockwise to increase th
9. as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to unplug the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords in crease the risk of electric shock operating a power tool a damp location is unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear ANSl approved eye protec tion Safety equipment such as NIOSH approved dust mask respira tor full face shield heavy duty work gloves non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 c Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool A wrench or a key left at tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal in
10. short drill used to form pilot holes and countersunk holes Centerline An imaginary line ex tending from the center of the spindle through the center of the tailstock ram representing the central axis of the lathe around which the work rotates Compound Movable platform where the tool post is mounted it can be set at an angle to the workpiece also known as compound slide and com pound rest Compound Handwheel The wheel used to move the compound slide in and out Cross Slide Handwheel The wheel used to move the cross slide in and out also called cross feed Faceplate A metal plate with a flat face mounted spindle to hold irregu larly shaped work Facing A lathe operation in which wood is removed from the end of a workpiece to create a smooth surface Page 11 SKU 98676 Gib An adjustable length of steel or brass with a diamond shaped cross section that engages one side of the dovetail slide Used to adjust the dovetail for optimum tightness and to compensate for wear Headstock The main casting mounted on the left end of the bed where the spindle is mounted Hous es the spindle gears Morse Taper MT A taper of spe cific dimensions used to mate match ing male and female parts together tightly The spindle has a 2 Morse Taper MT 2 and the tailstock has a 2 Morse Taper 2 Saddle An shaped casting that rides along the ways A main compo nent of the carriage Spind
11. when the Tool Rest Body is in the desired position See Figure M next page When using the Extension Tool Rest 58 make the necessary adjust ments using the two Handle Assem blies 57 to position the Tool Rest 60 See Figure M next page Tighten the Handle Assemblies 57 and make sure there is adequate clearance between the workpiece and the Tool Rest assembly before turning on the Lathe See Figure M next page Page 14 HANDLE ASSY 57 15 The Tool Rest 60 can also be repo sitioned to the Extension Tool Rest 58 for use on outboard turnings See Figure N 16 IMPORTANT Make sure the Tool Rest 60 is adjusted as close to the workpiece as possible Rotate the workpiece by hand to check clear ance before turning on the Lathe EXTENSION TOOL REST 58 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Procedures not specifically A explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician SKU 98676 TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch 71 of the Lathe to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use BEFORE EACH USE inspect the gen eral condition of
12. CENTRAL MACHINERY IN DUSTRIA L 14 X 43 WOOD LATHE WITH STAND 1 98676 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3 GROUNDING 2 7 EXTENSION CORDS 7 SYMBOLOGY Re 8 8 UNPACKING 9 ASSEMBLY 9 WORK AREA UP 11 DEFINITION TERMS 11 ADJUS TMENTS 13 OPERATING 5
13. Electrical outlet not working or is 2 Make sure lathe is plugged into of wrong voltage a working 120 volt grounded electrical outlet 3 Blown fuse or tripped circuit 3 Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker breaker Lathe will not turn off 1 Damaged or faulty power switch 1 Unplug the lathe from its and or internal wiring electrical outlet immediately Do not operate lathe until it is repaired by a qualified service technician Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the Lathe PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 16 gt e 2 4
14. ON used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury 1 NOTICE is used to NOTICE address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power tool Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite acci dents b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 9 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 SKU 98676 Unmodified plugs and matching out lets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
15. e speed and turn the Lever counterclockwise to decrease the speed You must move the Speed Control Lever 48 4 to the lowest speed set ting before turning the Power Switch 71 off Otherwise damage to the Lathe may occur See Figures J and K SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 13 SKU 98676 Loosen the Tailstock Lock Handle 59 to move the Tailstock 65 Push the Tailstock to the desired position on the Bed 38 Then retighten the Tailstock Lock Handle to lock the Tail stock in position See Figure L The Tailstock Spindle 62 can extend up to 2 7 16 from the Tailstock 65 housing You can move the Tailstock Spindle 62 by loosening the Handle Assembly 64 and then turning the Handle Wheel 67 Make sure to retighten the Handle Assembly prior to turning on the Lathe See Figure L The Tailstock Spindle 62 is hollow and can be accessed from the Han dle Wheel 67 end Use the Push Out Rod 22 to remove the center cup or to drill holes through the center of a workpiece See Figure 11 12 1 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 HANDLE ASSY 64 HANDLE WHEEL The Tool Rest 60 can be used with or without the Extension Tool Rest 58 See Figure M next page To move the Tool Rest Body 56 loosen the Handle Assembly 57 and move the Body to the left or right and back or forth Then retighten the Handle Assembly
16. ee 3 Prong Plug and Outlet The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire in side the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the preceding illustration See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet EXTENSION CORDS Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using exten sion cords with inadequately sized wire Causes a serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and pos sible tool damage See Table A The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For ex ample a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Table A When using more than one exten sion cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at SKU 98676 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 least the minimum wire size required See Table A _____ SYMBOLOGY 4 Ifyou are using one ext
17. ension cord Double Insulated for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A 5 Ifyou are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use _ Load Revolutions per Minute 6 Make sure the extension cord is prop erly wired and in good electrical con dition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it SPECIFICATIONS 7 Protect the extension cords from 120 V 60 Hz sharp objects excessive heat and Requirements Gomer Cord 18 Spindle Speeds 670 840 1040 1230 1480 1650 1770 RPM 2100 2420 2900 Spindle Thread 1 Diameter x 8 TPI x 7 8 Long Headstock Rotates at 0 60 90 120 180 Adjustments Tail Stock Quill Travel 2018 Tail Stock Tool Rest Travel 1 7 16 Swing Over Bed 14 5 8 Drive Method Belt amp Pulley Belt Type 0 625 V Belt 3mm 4mm 6mm Hex Wrenches 1 ea Dead Center Qty 1 Faceplate Qty 1 Flat Wrenches Qty 2 Net Weight 282 2 Pounds RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE LENGTH AMPERES at full load 14 12 neo 161 200 o Based on limiting the line TABLE A voltage drop to five volts at
18. idental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IM PLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the mer chandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replace ment We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts
19. jury d Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations e Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts devices are provided for con nection of dust extraction and col lection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust re lated hazards Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your ap plication The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be con trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accesso ries or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool ac cidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power Page 4 7h g SKU 98676 tool these instructions to oper ate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding
20. le Main rotating shaft on which the chuck is mounted It pass es through the headstock Spindle Through hole A dimen sion indicating the minimum diameter of the hole that passes through the spindle A workpiece with a diameter smaller than this can pass through the spindle to work on longer pieces Swing Adimension representing the largest diameter workpiece that a lathe can rotate The 14 x 43 Lathe has a 14 5 8 swing meaning that the maximum size workpiece that can ro tate without hitting the bed is 14 5 8 in diameter Tailstock Assembly that slides along the ways and can be locked in place Used to hold long workpieces in place or to mount a drill chuck For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Tailstock Handwheel Moves the tailstock in and out Has a tapered internal bore to accept a 2 Morse Taper shank Tool Post A device mounted on the compound that holds the cutting tool Turning A lathe operation that re moves wood from the outside diam eter of the workpiece Ways Surface along the top of the bed on which the saddle rides The ways are aligned with the centerline of the lathe ADJUSTMENTS The Headstock 1 has five preset positions 0 setting for all spindle turning plications 60 90 and 120 for use when making Faceplate turnings 180 for use when making Face plate turnings when using the Ex tension Bed and Toolrest To set the
21. ly designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq The warnings precautions and in structions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con ditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 GROUNDING TO PREVENT AWARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Tools Tools with Three Prong Plugs This product uses a 3 prong plug Ne 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 1 Tools marked with Grounding Re quired have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock S
22. of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If dam aged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations differ ent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Lathe Safety Warnings Maintain labels and nameplates on the Lathe These carry important safety information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Do not run the Lathe without its cov ers and guards in place 12 13 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Tighten all locks before operating Do not mount a split workpiece Use the lowest speed when starting a new workpiece Always stop the Lathe at its slow est speed If the Lathe is run so fast that it vibrates there is a risk that the workpiece will be thrown or the cut ting tool jerked from your hands
23. t is plugged into an electrical outlet Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leav ing This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close prox imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak er failure In addition people with pacemakers should Avoid operating alone Do not use with power switch locked on Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter should also be imple mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock Some dust created by power sand ing sawing grinding drilling and 23 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and ce ment or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemi cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures var ies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are special
24. the Lathe Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wiring and any other condition that may affect its safe operation AFTER USE clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth DAILY lubricate all external moving parts with ISO 68 or SAE 20W oil Lubricate the Tailstock oiling point ev ery five uses or once per week if used frequently AWARNING If the Power Cord 76 of this Lathe is damaged it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Possible Solution Quality of cut is poor 1 Cutting tool is above workpiece 1 Lower cutting tool to center line center line of workpiece 2 Lathe speed too slow 2 Increase lathe speed 3 Cutting tool is dull 3 Sharpen or replace cutting tool 4 Cutting too aggressively 4 Use a lighter touch Excessive vibration when turning 1 Cutting too aggressively 1 Use lighter touch thin workpieces Excessive vibration when turning 1 Headstock and or tailstock 1 Check for proper workpiece larger workpieces or bowls improperly located at ends of centers workpiece 2 Workpiece is unbalanced 2 Cut off stock until workpiece is balanced Lathe will not turn on 1 Speed control lever not in its 1 Make sure speed control lever lowest speed setting is turned to its lowest speed setting 2
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