This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 12x21-inch EVS Woodworking Lathe Model JWL-1221VS JET 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.jettools.com Part No.
1.0 Warranty and Service JET warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official JET branded website. • JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product.
2.0 Table of contents Section Page 1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2 2.0 Table of contents ............................................................................................................................................ 3 3.0 Safety warnings .................................................................................................................................
13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with machine unplugged from power source. 14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on. 3.0 Safety warnings 1. Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3.
29. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine. 33. Select the appropriate speed for the turning job at hand. Start at low speed and allow the Lathe to ramp up to operating speed. 30. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet location, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. 34. Never apply coolants or water to a spinning workpiece. 35. Never stop a rotating workpiece with your hand. 31.
5.0 Features and nomenclature – JWL-1221VS lathe Figure 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26.
6.0 Specifications – JWL-1221VS lathe Model number .................................................................................................................................... JWL-1221VS Stock number .............................................................................................................................................. 719200 Motor and electricals: Motor type ........................................................................................................................
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Tools required for assembly: 7.0 Setup and assembly 3/16” hex key (“Allen” wrench) Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Lathe is assembled and running properly. Exposed metal areas of the lathe, such as bed, spindle and quill, have been factory coated with a protectant. This should be removed with a soft cloth and a cleaner-degreaser.
Figure 7 Figure 5 7.6 Installing/removing live center To remove faceplate: Referring to Figure 8: 6. 1. Rotate tailstock handwheel clockwise a few times to advance quill. 2. Push live center into quill. Back out both set screws (B, Figure 5) in the faceplate. Do not try to remove faceplate unless set screws are backed out, or stripping of faceplate threads may occur. 7. Engage spindle lock (A). 8. Place wrench (C) over flats, and turn to unscrew faceplate. To remove live center: 3.
qualified electrician. This adapter is not permitted in Canada. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. 8.0 Electrical connections The JWL-1221VS JET lathe is rated for 115 volt operation. It is supplied with a plug designed for use on a circuit with a grounded outlet that looks like the one pictured in A, Figure 9. Before connecting to power source, be sure switch is in off position.
9.0 Adjustments Make sure all levers and locking handles are tightened before operating the lathe. 9.1 Tool rest Referring to Figure 10: The tool rest assembly is designed to allow adjustment for height, position on the bed, and angle to the work. Figure 11 Loosen locking handle (A) on tool rest base to slide base forward or back, and to angle it to the bed. Tighten locking handle firmly before operating lathe. The clamping system has been properly adjusted by the manufacturer.
2. Relieve belt tension by pulling handle (F, Figure 14) while pushing up lever (G). 3. Move belt to desired pulley set. Make sure belt is properly seated in both pulleys, and both pulleys are aligned (belt is vertical, not slanted). 4. Push lever (G) down to tighten belt, and close access doors. 4. Rotate knurled head counterclockwise until pin releases. Move pulley to next desired hole, and repeat.
11.0 Operation The information which follows is general in nature and is not intended to be a complete course in wood turning. Nothing can replace the knowledge gained by conversation with experienced woodturners, or consulting books or trade articles. Above all, simple trial and error will aid in developing proficiency in the craft. 11.1 Inspection Before operating the lathe, check that everything is in proper working order: 1. Machine is on a level surface. 2.
3. 11.3 Spindle Turning Spindle turning takes place between the centers of the lathe. It requires a spur or drive center in the headstock, and a live or dead center in the tailstock. A cup center rather than a cone center in the tailstock will often reduce the risk of splitting the stock. Drive the spur center about 1/4” into the workpiece, using a wood mallet or dead blow hammer as shown in Figure 20. Be careful that you do not split the workpiece.
points of the skew to the spinning workpiece may cause a catch and ruin the workpiece). 6. Add details to the workpiece with skew, parting tool, scraper or spindle gouge. Beads 1. Make a parting cut for what is to be a bead to the desired depth. Place the parting tool on the tool support and move tool forward to make the full bevel of the tool come into contact with the workpiece. Gently raise handle to make cut to the appropriate depth. Figure 21 2. Repeat for other side of the bead. 11.
4. With the bevel parallel to the right side of the cut, raise the handle and push the tool in to the desired depth, as shown in Figure 24. Repeat from the left side. The two cuts should meet at the bottom and leave a clean "V" cut. 6. Additional cuts may be taken to add to either the depth or width of the cut. Parting Off 1. Use parting tool. 2. Adjust lathe speed to lower RPM for parting through a workpiece. 3.
Faceplate or Chuck? be accomplished with a 3/8" or 1/2" bowl gouge. A 1/4" bowl gouge is best suited for smaller bowls and light finishing cuts. Larger 3/4" and 1" bowl gouges are only used for extremely large pieces. While faceplates are the simplest, most reliable method of holding a block of wood for turning, chucks can also be used.
(NOTE: If you plan to use a chuck, turn a tenon of the appropriate length and diameter to fit your chuck.) 9. ridges left, a light cut with a large domed scraper can even out the surface.) 7. Develop wall thickness at the rim and maintain it as you work deeper into the bowl (Once the piece is thin toward the bottom, you cannot make it thinner at the rim). When the interior is finished, move the tool support to exterior to re-define bottom of bowl.
Bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed. They do not require further lubrication. 12.2 Motor Brushes Referring to Figure 28: Periodically inspect the two carbon brushes located at each side of the motor. If brushes need replacing, replace both at the same time. A heavily worn or damaged brush, if allowed to remain, may eventually cause damage to internal motor elements. 1. Disconnect lathe from power. 2. Unscrew cap (A, Figure 28) using screwdriver or coin, and withdraw brush. 3. Inspect brush.
• that right-side bearing is properly seated in its recess in the headstock. • that spindle sensor collar (C, Figure 29) is positioned over the sensor before tightening setscrew. • that spindle pulley is aligned with motor pulley. • not to overtighten handwheel when reinstalling. Figure 32 11. Remove belt through lower access door. 12. Reverse above procedure to install belt and reposition spindle.
14.0 Optional accessories These accessory items, purchased separately, can enhance the functionality of your lathe. Contact your dealer to order, or call JET at the phone number on the cover.
15.0 Troubleshooting the JWL-1221VS Lathe Table 3 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor fails to develop full power Power line overloaded Correct overload condition Undersize wires in power supply system. Increase supply wire size.
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy E7 shown on digital readout Motor sensor not working Check connectors of motor sensor cord to switch box Readjust sensor closer to sensor collar Replace sensor collar (p/n JWL1221VS254) Replace sensor set (p/n JWL1221VS258) E8 shown on digital readout Spindle locked Release index pin or spindle lock Motor cord unplugged Make sure connector plug of motor cord is connected Circuit board burned out Replace circuit board 16.
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16.1.2 Bed Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ JWL1221VS-201 ....... Tool Caddy .............................................................. ...................................... 2 2 ................ TS-0255021 .............. Socket Head Button Screw ...................................... 5/16”-18x1/2” ................ 4 3 ................ TS-0207071 .............. Socket Head Cap Screw ......................................... 1/4”-20x1-1/4” ...............
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 57 .............. JWL1221VS-257 ....... Bracket..................................................................... ...................................... 1 58 .............. JWL1221VS-258 ....... Sensor, Motor .......................................................... ...................................... 1 59 .............. TS-1533042 .............. Pan Head Screw ...................................................... M5-0.8Px12 .................. 2 60 .........
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16.2.2 Headstock Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. JWL1221VS-HA ........ Headstock Assembly (includes #4 thru #34) ........... ...................................... 1 1 ................ JWL1221VS-101 ....... Faceplate ................................................................ 3” .................................. 1 2 ................ JWL1221VS-102 ....... Nylon Insert Socket Set Screw ................................ 1/4-20x1/4” ...................
16.3.1 Controller Assembly – Exploded View 16.3.2 Controller Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. JWL1221VS-CA ........ Controller Assembly (includes #1 thru #15) ............. ...................................... 1 1 ................ JWL1221VS-301 ....... Switch Box ............................................................... ...................................... 1 2 ................ JWL1221VS-302 ....... Tapping Screw ...................................
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