Harbor Freight Tools 43681 User's Manual
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1. Rack right Screw 620 Spring pin 5x30 Change gear shaft Change gear bracket Bearing sleeve Washer 10 Bolt M10x40 Bearing 6003 2 Change gear Nut MIO Serew M10x34 4 Taper pin with thread 8x75 2 Gap Stop pin Motor pulley Screw M6x8 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 QTY 2 2 2 1 l i 1 2 2 3 1 1 l 2 l 1 3 4 1 1 1 2 I 2 i 1 2 1 1 1 2 Page 16 SKU 43681 Index 137 138 139 Part No 037 1096 79 GB T5780 GB T96 Y9OL 4 CM1224C 02 042 CM1224C 02 005 CM1224C 02 006 CZ1237A 00 001 68 5783 GB T6172 GB T96 GB T70 85 GB T879 GB TIO96 CM1224 06 005 0 2 0 CM1224 07 004 GB T78 CM1224 07 003 GB T308 CM1224 07 006 GBIT CM1224 07 001 GB T119 GB T4141 14 Key 8x25 Bolt 825 Washer 8 Motor 1 Skw Bolt Motor seat Motor rest Puller cover Bolt M12x90 Nut M12 Washer 12 Screw M8x30 Spring pin 3x5 Key B5x18 Sleeve Arm Screw M6x12 Spring 1x6x22 Screw M x12 Cover Steel ball 6 Spring 1x6x9 Screw M8x 10 Lever Pin B5x35 Grip For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 17 SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 18 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 21 212 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 SKU 43681 Headstock Assembly Index No Part No CZ1237G 02 055 C2Z1237A 02T01 02. Gb 13141 11 CNETA 24 08 4 18 CRI 2240 0 7 Gb 13141 14 CNET Uu6 0 5 CM I2240 06 201 4 CRU 2240 06 01 oh 2246 06 11 0 CM 2240 06 01 8 RA 2240 06 01 8 Clee 147 GINTe170 CIhNI2 230 060 0133 Gb 75 Ch 2210 06 01 CRU 22460 06 021 THF Ax CNTZ23C 08 2012 EREP Comber 131151761 quill l Eev Mul of Ipsdseree 5 Mes 16 1 118 0 3 8 Sleeve Sprmp 011154 Leadscrew seat ul cup eno AlAs Te Graduation collar Hind wheel Sprung steel ball 6 Washer LU Kul Rili Handle BS 63 Lever ball Me i ever l ecentnie axle Lever mip MIGs 0 Lever Clamping shatt sleeve at eccentric axle SIL a lube end hall bising block Washer 2 wut M12 Clampin axle Sergi MIA Mixing bracket Dase plate MES TZ losing blick QTY M bi ee 4 fan h Ppi For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 32 SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 33 Index No Fart No Al RVV1x75 TH 705 700 BVRI 5 707 EVEI FAS JXH15 19 TOG FIO 11 BLX 712 BLX nk OTI 54 14 YLS90LA 715 BVRI 5 16 UT1 5 4 fis B16 718 CIZ T19 119 20 JBE 5 63 21 UTI 3 I RV V5x T23 RV 1 24 LXWS5 11 25 ADI 26 af LAYS T28 RVV7x Wire 5 cor
3. 438 SKU 43681 Part No 0 11224 04 08 CM1224 04 002 CMI224 04 008 GBTS CMI224 04 009 XGB T8941 CM1224 04 019 CM1224 04 003 CMI 224 04 036 GB TS79 CMI224 04 004 GB T77 CMI224 04 024 CM1224 04 026 GB T70 CMI1224 04 025 GB T70 CMI224 04 029 GB CM1224 04 028 GB T 19 CM1224 04 030 7 08 176 CM1224 04 027 Thre 78 Cha Safe guide plece Description rige rod Retain ring external 16 Clutch Handle Knob Pin 5x40 Rod Screw 89 Pin Half nut seat Screw 8 Half nut Serew M5x16 Pressure bar Serew M x12 Indicate arbor Pin 3x12 Ger Rivet 2 5x Screw 364 iding seat For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 pn pun eL eee Page 6 APRON ASSEMBLY SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 27 SKU 43681 Saddle Assembly Index No Part No 501 CM1224C 05 003 502 CMI224C 05 044 503 GB T818 04 GB T70 505 XGB T41 506 GBT78 507 CM1224C 05 041 508 GB T70 509 CM12224C 05 040 510 CM1224C 05 032 51 037195 12 GB TS780 513 GB T879 514 CMI224C 05 039 515 013 301 516 CMI224C 05 038 3517 _GB T70 518 l 519 CMI1224C 05 037 520 CM1224C 06 007 521 GB T308 522 GB T 7 i 523 CM1224C 05 023 324 CM1224C 05 024 525 CMI224C 05 004 526 CM1224C 05 034 52
4. 4t 412 413 414 415 416 47 418 419 420 221 422 423 424 423 426 427 428 429 430 431 432 433 434 435 436 437 438 439 440 SKU 43681 Apron Assembly Part No 167172701 CM1224 04 011 CM1224 06 007 GB T308 CM1224 04 013 CM1224 04 014 GB r7940 4 5 CM1224 04 015 GB T879 CM1224 04 012 CM1224 04 O16 GB T879 CMI224 04 010 CM1224 04 037 GB T 1096 CM1224 04 022 GB T70 CM1224 04 021 GB TE30 CM1224 04 034 CM1224 04 032 007 CM1224 04 C GB T1096 CM1224 04 006 GB T879 CM1224 04 023 CM 1224 04 031 GBT CM1224 04 020 GB T1096 GB T6170 75 CM1224 04 038 CM1224 04 017 CM1224 04 011 1B T7271 5 CM1224 04 001 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Deseription Handle BM8x63 Handwheel Spring Steel ball 6 Indicate ring Screw 6 Handwheel seat Oil cup 6 Box Pin x60 Gear eur Pin 3 30 Shah Washer Key 2 Worm Screw 5 Nut support Screw 6 035 Sale pin Screw Max 4 Spring Block Arbor Key 4x20 Gear Pin 3x24 Worm Washer Screw 2 Shah Key 4x8 NutiM8 Screw 085 Spring Change lever seat Feeding plate Grip 580 Change lever cob t4 US e ms N Rm pm c a Page 25 index No 441 442 444 445 446 448 449 450 451 452 433 454 455 456 457
5. Recheck and readjust level if required Note Periodically recheck the level of the machine to ensure that it remains level while in use 1704 27 I Figure 3 Overall dimensions of this ma chine and oil tray dimensions Dimensions are given in millimeters Measure your own 3 machine for any variations before using these dimensions SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 THE HEADSTOCK The headstock includes a Gear box E which con tains gears and a belt drive The gears are con trolled by controls F G and H The belt drive transmits the motor power to the drive system of the machine 1 The motor and drive belt are installed and ad justed when delivered However you should check the adjustment of the drive belt before using this lathe 2 Check the belt tension by pressing in the middle with your finger You should be able to depress it approximately 1 2 inch If the belt is too tight it will wear the bearings and if too loose it will slip on the pulleys and wear out prematurely 3 If itis necessary to adjust the belt tension do so by adjusting the bolt and locknut assembly on the underside of the motor The motor mounted on the back of the headstock 4 Four additional change gears are included for use in cutting metric and SAE threads Refer to the lead screw chart on the headstock for the gears required for the thread pitches you want Please ref
6. 0165 R 16 Steps Cross Feed Range 0 0014 0 0049 R 16 Steps Tailstock Travel Max 3 6 Tailstock Spindle Bore Taper MT3 Thread Indicator Yes Thread Feeding SAE 4 112 TPI Total 40 Setting Metric 0 25 7 5 mm Total 19 Setting Net Weight 838 lb ACCESSORIES Steady Rest Follow Rest Dead Center 3 Center Sleeve 5 3 Live Center MT3 6 4 Jaw Chuck Back Plate for 4 Jaw Chuck Tool Post Wrench 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 Double End Wrenches 13 16 Hex Wrenches 8 4 5 6 8 mm Screwdriver Oil Gun Changing Gears T30 T32 T40 2 pcs T127 120 1 Face Plate 9 3 4 1 Splash Guard 1 Oil Tray SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need the manual for the safety warnings and cautions assembly instructions oper ating procedures maintenance procedures trouble shooting parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep both this manual and your invoice in a safe dry place for future reference READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL NOTICE The Warnings Cautions and Instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions 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 sup plied by the operator SKU 43681 For technical questions please call
7. 1 800 444 3353 HEV 02 07 Page 2 10 11 12 SAFETY WARNING amp CAUTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas invite injuries OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS Do not use tools in damp wet or poorly lit locations Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lit Do not use electrically powered equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids KEEP CHILDREN AWAY Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle machines tools or equipment STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use tools must be locked up in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool s capacities USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Do not attempt to force a small tool or attach ment to do the work of a larger industrial tool There are certain applications for which this tool was designed Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Non skid footwear is recommended Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair Always wear appropriate work clothing USE EYE EAR AND BREATHING PROTECTION Always wear ANSI approved im pact
8. PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO HEPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER A ND 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 REPLACE MENT PARTS THERETO SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 43681 136 Bed Assembly Part No CMI224C 01 011 JB T7940 4 GB T70 GB T879 GB T7 GB T41 CMI237CHO 01 009 CM1237CHG 01 013 CM1224C 01 015 GB T65 CMI 224C 01 014 GB T77 AGB CMI 224C 01 0 16 CMI237CHG 010 01 0 CM1224C 01 005 70 09 CM1237CHG 01 006 CM1237CHO 01 007 2 CM1237CHG 01 007 1 GBIT70 GB T879 i 22 01 0027 CM1224C 01 001 1122400 01 23 08793 0 06 0112240 014 GB TAI GB T70 0871881 CM1237CHG 01 010 1 CMI224C 01 017 CZ1237G 02 059 GB T77 85 Description Fixing block Oil cup 6 Screw 5 Spring pin 5x25 Screw 8 20 Nut M8 Feeding rod Switch lever Switch cover Screw 7 012 Eccentric block Screw M6x6 Screw 2 Switch board Bed Sleeve Spring pin 0 Longitudinal lead screw Rack left
9. contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do IK not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion W may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS 7A OR IMPLIED 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 merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may electto refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement 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 ZN AN LW AN CAN ANYA W SA K 7 Y 1 K x SEN Se E FE es es ee FE NE FE EN ee SS INT NCIS SIC ONIKONI ANNK ONIK ONK ZINN 0 For technical questio
10. the headstock then move it up or down Mov ing the lever down will cause the spindle to rotate forward moving it up will cause the spindle to rotate in reverse Placing the lever in the middle will cause the spindle not to rotate The Half Nut Lever X for engaging the lead screw is mounted on the right side of the apron The Half Nut Lever X is used to engage or remove the half nut from the lead screw This lever is mounted on the front of the apron Engage the half nut only when mov l ing the apron in a longitudinal direction Fig 9 The Apron along the workpiece The Cross Longitudinal Feed Lever Y is used to determine the direction of travel of the tool on the workpiece With the lever up and the gear engaged the apron will travel in a longitudinal direction along the workpiece for example when threading With the lever down and the half nut disengaged the tool post will travel horizontally across the workpiece for example when face cutting Note The interlock will prevent the half nut from being engaged when the Feed Lever Y is down in the cross feed position For threading put the Feed rod amp Leadscrew Exchange Lever BB to the right to start the lead screw then move the Cross Longitudinal Feed Lever Y to the center and engage the half nut using the Half Nut Lever X This will cause the lead screw to rotate and the apron to move to the right You can also control the direction of travel of the
11. tool any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment and binding of moving parts any broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn on and off properly 17 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES When servicing use only identical replacement parts intended for use with this tool Replacement parts are available from Harbor Freight Tools Use of any other parts will void the warranty SPECIAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THIS BENCH LATHE Using this Bench Lathe may create special hazards Take particular care to safeguard yourself and those around you Electrical Safety Never operate any tool if there is an electrical hazard Never oper ate an electrical tool in wet conditions Never operate a tool with an improper electrical cord or extension cord Never operate an electrical tool unless you are plugged into a properly grounded outlet which supplies 115 Volts at 60 Hz We recommend you use a circuit which is protected by an appropriate circuit breaker Ejected Material Use safe practices to avoid injury from ejected material Because the lathe and the workpieces turn at high speed there is a danger of being injured by materi als that may be ejected Always wear ANS
12. 01 CMI224C 03 034 00 CZ12376 02 024 GB T894 2 CZ12376 02 025 6 GB T65 98196 08 1006 CZ12376 02 022 C21237G 02 021 CZ12376 02 020 GB T894 2 GB T894 2 GB T276 CZ12378 02 017 GB T9877 Z1237G 02 015 084 02712370 02 60 CM1224C 03 008 GB T70 wm 21227G 02 026 0871 GB T894 2 CZ12376 02 013 C21237G 02 014 CZ12376 02 23 068718042 006 GB T65 GB T1097 Gb t894 2 CZ 1237G 02 028 Description Gasket Cover Oil fill plug Screw M6x25 Round fork Retaining ring external 2 Input shaft Key 8x80 Screw 8 Key 5 x14 Key 8x20 Gear Gear Gear Retaining ring external 38 Retaining ring external 25 Bearing 6 Gasket Cover 3 1 B914 Pulley Washer Screw 64 Screw M6x20 Headstock Bearing 6204P6 O Ring gasket 43 7x1 8 Plug Screw M6x10 Retaining ring external 25 Gear Gear Gear Retaining ring external 5 Key 8x80 Screw M3x8 Key 8x80 Retaining ring external 38 Gear For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 E Page 19 Index No Part No 243 244 245 246 247 248 249 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259 261 262 263 264 265 266 267 268 271 272 274 275 276 277 278 279 280 281 282 284 285 CZ123706 02 027 GB T1096 CZ1237G 02 029 GB T276 CZ1237G 02 034 GB T1096 GB T297 CZ1237G 02 031 CZ12376 02 033 CZ1237G 02 032 CZ1237G 02 037 GB
13. 31 332 333 334 335 336 337 338 339 340 SKU 43681 Opened Gear Box Assembly Part No GB T70 CM1224C 03 008 CM1224C 03 009 GB T1096 ACM1224C 03 007 GB T1567 GB T70 CMI224C 03 010 GB T276 CM1224C 03 013 CM1224C 03 014 CMI224C 03 012 CM1224C 03 033 CM1224C 03 011 CMI 224C 03 049 8 CMI224C 03 025 GB T301 CMI224C 03 026 CM1224C 03 027 GB T1096 GB T73 41 CM1224C 03 041 GB T78 CM1224C 03 015 CM1224C 03 016 CM1224C 03 017 CM1224C 03 018 CM1224C 03 019 CM1224C 03 020 CM1224C 03 021 CM1224C 03 022 CM1224C 03 023 CM1224C 03 024 CM1224C 03 025 CM1224C 03 029 M1224C 03 051 GB T1096 GB T276 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Screw M x 12 Washer Geat Key 5x14 Shaft x3x6 Screw M6x10 Bearing cover Bearing 6003 Duplex gear Duplex gear Gear sleeve Gear box Sleeve Nut Screw M6 6 Gear Bearing 51104 Sleeve Shaft Key 6x16 Sorew M835 Nut M8 Shaft Screw 06 Gear Gear sleeve Shaft Key 5 x74 Key 6 32 Bearing 6002 2 oe ar e NE Page 22 Index No 34 342 344 345 346 348 349 350 351 352 353 354 355 356 337 358 359 360 361 362 363 364 365 366 367 368 369 370 371 272 373 374 375 376 377 378 379 380
14. 381 SKU 43681 Part No GB T894 1 CM1224C 03 050 CMI1224C 03 032 CM1224C 03 031 CM1224C 03 030 GB T70 GB T879 CM1224C 03 042 CM1224C 03 043 GB T894 1 GB T276 CM1224C 03 005 0 112240 03 06 86 GBIT77 CM1224C 03 001 CM1224C 03 003 CM1224C 03 004 CM1224C 03 002 CM1224C 03 045 CM1224C 03 046 CMI224C 03 047 CM1224C 03 044 GB T923 CMI224C 03 036 02 1879 CM1224C 03 038 CM1224C 03 040 GB T70 GB T879 CMT224C 03 039 GB T879 CM1224C 03 048 GB T308 GB T2089 CM1224C 04 003 GB T4141 14 CMI224C 03 037 CZ300A 03 004 Description Retain ring external 15 Cover Gear Sleeve Shaft Screw M8x25 Pin 5x20 Oil Pipe pipe Retain ring Bearing 6201 2 Shaft Gear Key 41 4 Screw 6 Handle seat Shaft Gear sleeve Gear Axle of gripper Spring Sleeve of gripper Lever Nut 6 Fork Pin 5x24 Arm i Front cover of gear Screw 14616 Pin 0 Shaft Pin x40 Steel ball 6 Spring 16 Lever Lever grip BM10x50 Gasket Cover Screw M6x12 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 da G Ne NNN NN RMN s Page 23 OPENED GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY r3 quj n 2 nea Lua SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 24 Index No 40 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409 410
15. 4C 05 010 CM1I224C 05 026 CM1224C 0 5 0 19 GB T70 CM1224C 05 009 GB T7 CM1224C 05 016 CM1224C 05 043 CM1224C 05 011 CMI224C 05 012 CM1234C 05 014 CMI224C 05 013 XCMI224C 05 015 CM1224C 05 017 CMI224C 05 018 05 022 B CMI224C 05 022 A Descripti on Handle Handle Handwheel Screw 46 Steel 6 Pressure spring Graduation collar Nut 51 Bearing 51100 Screw M4x30 Leadscrew seat Indicator plate Oil cup 6 Leadserew Adjusting Screw Pin2x8 Clamping knob Clamping screw Base of tool post Leadscrew nut Gib Screw M8x24 Swivel base Sotew M6x12 Compressing spring Locating block Tool post Screw Washer Lever Handle For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ee re S vem QTY Page 30 SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 31 SKU 43681 Tailstock Assembly Indes ke Pan Na 6i 6 003 i kd 605 a 0 7 5 0 605 li ll 6512 61 614 5 0 O16 617 OLS 619 62 021 621 625 gag Z2 6526 627 ON GIU Aal 6 2 TES od 635 O46 637 6 AM THE ost CRU 22460 06 002 CREIT224 06 03 CINTZ23C 185 84 CT TS RAE 240 006 001 CNET 06 7303 Gm TES CN 2340 06 02 THT RY CRE 22 10 11 J Taso 4 iT CNT 2240 AD CIhI22430C 06 0 6 CINE AA L I iT 8 iS HII IIL
16. 7 CM1224C 05 035 528 CM1224C 03 034 529 GB T70 530 GB T879 531 CM1224C 05 042 532 CMI1224C 05 008 533 JB 17940 1 334 CMU224C 05 006 535 GB TS18 536 CM1224C 05 022A 537 GB T879 538 CM1224C 05 022B 539 CM1224C 05 007 540 GB T70 541 CM12224C 05 005 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Description Saddle Wiper Screw M5x12 Serew 757 Nut MS Screw M8x22 Wiper Screw M6x16 Block slide Locking block Washer 10 Bolt M10x60 Pin 5x20 Beating 51101 Screw 5 Nit M12 1 25 Graduation collar Compressing spring Steel ball Screw 6 Handwheel Handle Lead screw of saddle Adjusting serew Gib Plug Screw M8x30 Pin 3 35 Wiper Fixing block Oil cup Lead serew nut Screw M4 x20 Locking screw Pin 2x8 Locking lever Fixing seat Screw 0 Cross slide lt Page 28 SADOLE ASSEMBLY SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 29 SKU 43681 Tool post assembly Index No Part No 542 543 544 545 546 547 548 549 550 551 552 553 534 555 556 557 558 559 260 561 562 363 564 565 566 567 568 569 570 71 72 573 574 CM1 224C 05 03 1 CM1224C 05 030 CM1224C 05 029 GB T77 GB T308 CM1224C 06 007 CM1224C 05 028 0871810 GB T301 GB T70 CM1224C 05 027 CM1224C 00 006 JB T7940 4 CM12240 05 025 M1224C 05 020 09 CMI224C CM122
17. CENTRAL MACHINERY 12 x 37 Gap Bed Lathe 1 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Stand Not Included Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Distributed Exclusively by 1 HARBOR FREIGHT TOOLS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2006 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 For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 REV 12 06 1 07 SPECIFICATIONS Motor 2HP 1700 RPM Reversible Power Required 220 V 60 Hz 1 Phase Drive Belt Gear Swing Over Bed 12 Swing Over Gap 18 8 Width of Gap 7 Center to Center 37 Spindle Bore Taper MT5 Spindle Bore 1 5 Three Jaw Chuck Diameter 6 Spindle Speed 18 Speed Spindle Speed Range 72 82 147 168 240 275 325 370 415 476 660 760 850 975 1080 1240 1380 1600 Bed Way Heat Treatment 46 52 HRC Tool Post Type 4 Position Max Tool Shank Size 3 4 x 3 4 Lathe Bit Tool Post Travel Max 3 5 0 001 per scale Cross Slide Travel 5 9 0 002 per scale Total Cut Longitudinal Feed Range 0 005 0
18. I certified eye protection Never attempt to work on any item if it is not adequately held Always stand to one side of the plane in which the materials are spinning to avoid being hit if an item is ejected Never allow bystanders to be in the proximity of the lathe while in operation Entanglement Use extreme caution to prevent loose materials from being caught in the machine Never operate this lathe with loose clothing long hair jewelry or other items which may become caught in the tools or workpieces In case of entanglement press the OFF switch immediately SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 BASIC COMPONENTS AND FEATURES OF YOUR 43681 GAP BED LATHE EN cc LE Reference Description A PressSwich C g Emergency Stop Control D gI indicatorLight E jGearBox F Direction Contro G 5 000101 H 5906600001018 Oil Gauge M Tool Post Clamping Lever Compound Slide O SteadyRestt J P TailstockQuil JJ Q Q J Tailstock Clamping Lever R JTalstock MM O KK IL 12 amp dep aaa ae i At X YF XOW V I Reference Description T JTalstckBase J J Lead Screw ERN Exchange Lever CC ChangeGearControl A _ MM Chuck Protection Cove
19. T1160 GB T1096 08 1657 GB T70 CZ1237G 02 035 CZ1237G 02 030 GB T 0212370 02 46 CZ1237G 02 045 GB T308 GB T2089 GB T73 CZ1237G 02T01 006 08 071 0877772 CZ1237G 02T01 005 GB T71 CZ12376 02 054 CZ1237G 02 047 CZ1237G 02 044 GB T819 CZ1237G 02 040 CZ12370 02 039 GB T70 2 CZ12376 02T01 003 GB T894 2 Description Gear Key 8x20 Gear Bearing 620486 Spindle Key 0 Bearing 30211P5 Gear Gear Gear Oil level indicator Key 8x70 Screw M6x8 Screw M8x30 Cover Gasket Screw M8x14 Handle Handle seat Steel ball Spring 1 8 Screw M8x5 Name plate Screw M4x8 Screw M x10 O Ring gasket Shaft Screw 16 110 Collar Gasket Fixing seat Screw M5x1 0 Fork Am Retaining ring external 15 Screw M10x35 O Ri ng gasket Shaft Retaining ring external 10 Q 1 1 1 1 1 i l 1 l 1 l 1 l l 3 1 1 3 3 3 3 3 1 4 4 4 2 4 2 3 3 6 2 2 2 6 i NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 20 Headstock Assembly SKU 1 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 21 Index No 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 313 315 316 317 318 319 320 321 322 323 324 325 326 327 328 329 330 3
20. apron using the Direction Control F Rotating this control to the right will cause the carriage to move to the right Rotating this control to the left will cause the apron to move to the left SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 When the threads on the lead screw and on the workpiece are not in an integer ratio it is necessary to use the thread ing dial to control successive cuts Determine this ratio by dividing the desired TPI of the workpiece for example 24 TPI THE THREADING DIAL ATOR TABLE by the thread pitch of the lead screw 8 TPI This example SERS results in an integer ratio of 3 1 A desired thread pitch of 26 TPI for example on the workpiece would require use of the threading dial 1 The four position tool rest can be used to hold up to four tools It is controlled by the three handwheels on the Apron the Saddle Handwheel AA the Cross Slide Handwheel Z and the Compound Slide Handwheel N 1 When the threads on the workpiece are not in an in Sm teger proportion to the threads on the lead screw itis jim necessary to operate the half nut intermittently This is EIT controlled by using the threading dial 7 4 TB lao baad The Threading Dial W is located on the right side of esee eres the apron The dial is marked with four numbered lines 1 2 3 and 4 Between each numbered line is an unnumbered line On the dial there is also a fixed
21. ched to the bedway and re mains in place as the workpiece turns within it 3 Install these rests as needed to support the work piece 4 Adjust the brass holders within the rests to lightly ride upon the workpieces It is advisable to apply a little grease to the points of the brass holders to reduce friction between them and the workpiece 5 The rests should be cleaned and stored in a dry clean place when not in use Fig 16 Steady Rest SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 13 LUBRICATION Headstock Lubrication 1 The headstock gears should be lubricated with No 70 HL 70 Gear Compound Check them periodically and apply lubrication whenever they appear dry Do not apply exces sive grease since you do not want to get grease on the drive belt 2 The oil in the headstock should be changed regularly When the machine is new change the oil after the first 15 days of use Change it again after the next 45 days of use Thereafter change the oil after each 6 months To change the oil open the drain plug on the underside of the headstock After draining replace the drain plug and refill with clean lubricating oil until the oil level is at the red line on the oil gauge Use stan dard 30 weight motor oil Dispose of waste oil properly and in accordance with local regulations 3 If during operation the oil level is below the red line stop machining and add oil until the level is at the re
22. d line Overall Lubrication Lubricate the parts indicated in this diagram periodically with light grease Check before each use to ensure that the machine is properly lubricated Fig 17 Lubrication Chart Lubricate the indicated areas with a light grease regularly SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 14 MAINTENANCE WARNING For your own safety turn the switch OFF and remove plug from electrical outlet before performing any maintenance work on the lathe 1 Frequently blow out any dust accumulation inside the motor 2 A coat of automotive wax to the bed will help keep the surfaces clean and allow the tool rest and tailstock to move freely 3 If the power cord is damaged worn or cut in any way have it replaced by a qualified electrician right away TROUBLESHOOTING Probable Cause damaged power cord place the motor Lathe slows down while V belt loose Adjust tension eem and forth excessively Burning at tailstock end Live center binding or dead Check Check bearing on live center on live center center not lubricated Add lubrication if using dead center PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NETHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE
23. e in Wire 6 core in Indicator hight Green bution Emergency switch Wire 7 core in z 1 b SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 34 0 0 SKU 1 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 35 Follow rest assembly Index No Part No Description TIO 084 Star handle 0 T102 GB T879 Pinds16 o T103 CM1224C 05T02 003 Collar 1104 CMI1224C 05T02 002 Adjusting screw T105 CM1224C 05T02 004 Sleeve T106 CM1224C 05T02 005 Clamping block T107 GB T78 Screw 85 T108 GBTT7i1 Screw M6x 16 11098 8 NutM6 THM CM1224C 05TO2 002 Follow rest BO ND WN R3 RO B3 BO SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 36 FOLLOW REST ASSEMBLY qt SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 37 SKU 43681 T201 T202 T203 T204 T205 T206 T297 T208 T209 1210 T211 T212 T213 T214 T215 T216 T217 T218 T219 Steady rest assembly 069 CMI224C 05T02 003 CMI224C 05T02 002 CM1224C 05T02 004 CM1224C 05T02 005 GB T71 GB T6170 88 GB T27 CMI224C 05T03 003 CM1224C 05T03 002 CMI2 24C 05T03 001 GB T879 CMI224C 05T03 004 GB T41 GB T9 CM1224C 06 018 600 Description Star handle 30 Pin 3x16 Collar Adjusting screw Sleeve Clamping block Screw 6 Nut M6 Screw 68 Bolt M6x25 Cover of steady rest Knob Le
24. ece The tool post can be rotated by loosening the Tool Post Clamping Lever M rotating the tool post and retightening the lever SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 COMPOUND SLIDE The tool is moved along the workpiece by the motion of the apron and its compo nents The apron may be power driven by the lead screw or may be moved by hand using the handwheels 1 The Saddle Handwheel AA may be used to move the apron with its attached tool post and tools along the rotating axis of the workpiece This is used to make longitudinal cuts The Cross Slide Handwheel Z is used to move the tool post horizontally across the axis of the workpiece This motion is used to make face cuts at a 90 degree angle to the longitudinal axis of the workpiece Cuts made at any angle other than 90 degrees to m the axis are accomplished by using the Compound Fig 12 Compound Slide Slide Handwheel N To use the compound slide loosen the bolt holding it in place on the cross slide rotate it into the desired position then retighten the bolt The cutting tool can be moved into the workpiece by operating the handwheel CHUCK AND FACEPLATE This lathe may be operated using either chuck or faceplate to hold the workpiece 1 Chucks and faceplates are mounted on the arbor shaft using a threaded connection Open the gear box and using a suitable wrench hold back the arbor shaft to prev
25. ent it from turning Grip the chuck or faceplate and rotate it in a counter clockwise direction to unthread it from the arbor shaft When re installing a chuck or faceplate be sure to put light grease on the threaded end of the arbor shaft to ease installation and removal of the chuck or faceplate You are provided with both three and four jaw chucks Each may be used to hold Fig 13 Chuck workpieces by clamping from the outside or by expanding on the inside of tubes and hollow pieces To tighten the jaws rotate any of the internal hex head bolts in the side of the chuck with an appropriate size hex wrench Chucks are self centering and will align concentric workpieces with the axis of rotation of the arbor shaft Faceplates are used typically to hold larger or non round pieces Work pieces may be attached to the faceplate by a variety of methods including clamps bolts and screws It is critical that the centerpoint of the workpiece be exactly aligned with the center of rotation of the arbor shaft for accurate turning SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 12 TAILSTOCK The tailstock slides along the bed way freely and of a rotating workpiece p 1 The tailstock is clamped to the bedway using the Tailstock Clamping Lever Q 2 The Quill P can be rotated inward and outward using the Tailstock Handwheel S The Quill can be locked in place using the Quill Lock Lever 3 The qui
26. er to the section on threading for more information ns ET 00 ams Vor i Bep ERES ma nuu uuuuuuuuuuuzn 777 7 n an poopoo aa ru I Ls 2 Fig 6 Headstock Controls SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8 SPEED AND POWER CONTROLS You can turn lathe on and off and control speed and direction from the main control panel The Power Switch 1 Turn the Emergency Stop Switch C clockwise the Indicator Light D will light up The Spindle will not turn without operating the Control Lever V 2 The Press Switch A is used to run the spindle temporarily tO allow the gears to engage when changing speed gears When you release the switch the spindle will stop 3 In an emergency you can stop the machine by pressing the Emergency Stop Control C Fig 7 Power Switch Speed and Direction Controls Note Do not change the settings of these controls if the motor is running Shut OFF the power before changing these settings The Spindle Speed can be controlled by setting the Speed Control knobs G and H Hefer to the chart on the Headstock to the right of the knobs to determine the proper setting for the desired spindle rotation speed Eighteen speeds are possible from 72 to 1600 RPM The direction may be controlled using Direction Control F Quick Change Gearbox The headstock is equipped
27. fted safely by one or several strong men Be sure this lathe is balanced on the hoist or lift you will use to move it before moving 1 Before hoisting lifting or moving this machine move the tailstock and apron to the far right end of the bedway away from the headstock and lock them in place there This will help to balance the overall mass of the machine near the center 2 Use pads not included to protect the lathe from damage by the equipment used to hoist it 3 Use a hydraulic lift fork lift or hoist to position the lathe onto the bench or SKU 95647 Stand 4 When the lathe is positioned on the oil tray and bench align the mounting holes and drop in the mounting bolts 9 Check the level of the machine Using a spirit level check to be sure that the bed of the lathe is level both horizontally and front to back If there is any out of level correct it now Depending on your installation use the angled iron levelers to adjust the machine into exact level front to back and side to side Check both ends of the tool before being sat isfied Be sure the machine is level positioned solidly and is resistant to vibration 6 Fasten the lathe to the bench and oil tray FF by inserting a bolt through a lock washer from the inside of the bench and upward through the oil tray and lathe Fasten with a washer and nut Repeat this for each of the four mounting holes in the headstock and both mounting holes in the tailstock Tighten securely
28. ll is shipped with a dead end which may be inserted into the quill Dead end means that the end remains stationary and allows the workpiece to rotate upon it To reduce friction it is a good idea to apply a little grease to the contact between the workpiece and the dead end Check this lubrication from time to time Live ends are available to fit this machine and may be purchased separately Live ends incorporate a bearing to reduce friction between the workpiece and the quill 4 Before using your lathe it is important to check the alignment of the tailstock with the arbor spindle Do this by placing a precisely machined rod in the chuck and checking its alignment with the center of the quill Accurate measurements may be made by mounting a dial indicator to the bedway and making measure Fg ments on the rod near the headstock and near the tailstock These measurements must be exactly alike i Ll for the tailstock to be properly aligned Fig 15 Follow Rest 5 Adjustments may be made by loosening the tailstock lock lever then adjusting the position of the tailstock with the alignment screw 512 Retighten the lock lever and recheck the alignment before proceeding FOLLOW REST AND STEADY REST These are useful supports for your workpiece which help you Improve machining accuracy 1 The Follow Rest is attached to the Apron and fol lows the movement of the apron as the workpiece is machined 2 The Steady Rest is atta
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30. o with stand the weight of the Lathe 838 Ib as well as the weight of the workpiece Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 1320 Ib If you choose to use a metal stand with this Lathe the only Stand that will fit with this Lathe 4 is SKU 95647 sold separately Fig 2 Mounting bolts in the tailstock 1 Check to be sure that the bench is level and stable on the shop floor If you need to repair the floor do it now to be sure you have a solid level surface to mount the machine 2 Once the work bench is positioned properly on a solid level floor place the oil tray FF on the bench Using the mounting holes on the oil tray FF as reference drill match ing 1 2 holes into the wood bench Always check to make sure no obstructions are in the drilling path 3 Place the angled iron levelers between the oil tray FF and the bench top Check the level and position of the bench top again to be sure that when the Lathe is positioned on the bench and oil tray FF it will be level solid and aligned with the mounting holes in the bench and tray 4 Using a drill and other hardware not included bolt the work bench to the floor before putting Lathe on the workbench to keep the bench and Lathe in place during use SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 HOISTING AND LEVELING THIS MACHINE WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT THE LATHE BY YOURSELF This tool weighs over 800 Ib and cannot be li
31. r Parts references in this text When parts are identified with letters please refer to the diagram on this page When parts are identified with numbers refer to parts lists and diagrams starting on page 16 SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 UNPACKING ASSEMBLY AND SET UP Basic assembly and adjustment of your new lathe was completed before being shipped Final assembly and adjustments must be made before operating your new lathe First find a suitable location for your lathe 1 The floor or work table which you place your lathe on must be level solid and resistant to vibration 2 Your lathe should be positioned in an area which is protected from the weather especially water and moisture Lund 3 You should provide good light to work in and Fig 1 Mounting bolts in the headstock adequate space to operate and maintain the machine as well as to handle work materials which will be loaded in the machine 4 You will need an appropriate power supply to operate the machine which requires 220 V 60 Hz single phase current and must be protected by a suitable circuit breaker WARNING Consult a licensed electrician if you are not completely sure that your power supply is correct and safe Complete Assembly You will have to assemble the lathe onto the oil tray FF and then onto a bench top not included or metal stand Please note The bench top must be able t
32. reference line When the threading dial is engaged with the lead screw the dial will rotate There is an instruction plate attached to the threading 9 dial explaining the use of the dial depending on the Fig 10 Threading D Dial specific thread you are cutting For thread cutting engage the half nut at the appropriate numbers shown on the thread ing dial 1 4 means the half nut can be engaged at any of the numbered lines 1 2 3 or 4 For successive cuts only numbered lines must be used 1 3 2 4 on the scale means that the half nut can only be engaged on 1 and 3 or 2 and 4 for successive cuts For example if you engage the half nut on 1 on the first cut you can only engage it on 1 or 3 on following cuts If you engage it on 2 on the first cut you can only engage it on 2 and 4 on successive cuts 1 8 means the half nut cannot be engaged on any lines numbered or unnumbered If the half nut is engaged throughout the initial cut there is no need to use the thread ing dial Simply disengage the half nut back the tool to the pou 7 8 the half nut and start over SER CHEE ST Tess Sp FOUR POSITION TOOL REST Tools are held in place on each side of the tool holder by two or three of the bolts on that side Tools must fit into the tool groove When installing tools check to see that the cutting Fig 11 Tool Post edge is properly aligned with the rotating direction of the workpi
33. safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists Use ANSI approved ear protection when working in a loud or noisy environment DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD Protect the power cord from damage either from impacts pulling or corrosive materials Do not yank machine s cord to disconnect it from the receptacle DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or across running machines MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer per formance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Inspect power cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized technician Control handle and power switch must be kept clean dry and free from oil and grease at all times REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Be sure that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before operation SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 13 AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Be sure that you are prepared to begin work before turning the start switch on 14 STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing Do not operate this machine when you are tired 15 DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR PRESCRIPTION MEDICINES 16 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Before using any
34. ver Pin 5x30 Base of steady rest Nut M12 Washer 12 Fixing plate Bolt M12x70 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SHU O i L E Page 38 STEADY REST ASSEMBLY GOL n SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 39 inalt ALS 18 11 1 8 CARER Dever Lint 900 GREEK Wiring Diagram SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 40 SKU 43681 WAY WARRANTY INFORMATION CENTRAL MACHINERY LIMITED 90 DAY 1 YEAR WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the motor engine 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 gt parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental
35. with a quick change gearbox to control the rate of the spindle to the lead screw and feed rod when it is used to cut threads or for turning or facing 1 Controls CC and EE may be used E in combination to control the feed rate METER 0 ANT Please refer to the lead screw chart HH T ree n for the desired setting 2 The change gears may need to be re placed to achieve the correct setting Be sure the machine is turned off and is unplugged from its power supply before replacing the gears Select the gears required from the lead screw chart 9 When the Exchange Lever BB is in the middle position the Lead Screw 118 and Feeding Rod 107 are locked When Exchange Lever BB is to the right the Lead Screw 118 is running and the machine can be used to turn the threads 1 7 When Exchange Lever BB is to the Fig 8 Lead Screw Chart left the Feeding Rod is running and the machine can be used set for automatic feeding 4 The half nut is engaged or disengaged using the Half Nut Lever X Note that the half nut must be engaged for the lead screw to function properly SKU 43681 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 APRON The function of the Apron is to support the toolpost and to be carried along the workpiece by the lead screw 1 Use the Control Lever V to start the mo tion of the Spindle and to rotate it forward or reverse To operate the lever push it toward
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