Use and Care Manual

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OPERATION
Device to be operated in a perfect state only. Inspect the device visually
every time it is to be used. Check in particular the safety equipment,
electrical controls, electric cables and screwed connection for damage and
if tightened properly. Replace any damaged parts before operating the
device.
SPINDLE TURNING
The following instruction will give a beginner a start on wood lathe
operation. Use a piece of wood to check setting and to get the feel of the
operations before attempting regular work.
WARNING Always keep hands away from Drive center or faceplate when
the power is on.
1. Select a piece of wood.
2. Draw diagonal lines on ead to locate center. (as figure 1)
3. On the end, make a saw cut approximately 1/16” deep on each diagonal
line.This is for the drive center.A mini hacksaw is useful for this.The other
end is for the tail stock center.
4. Use a wooden (rubber)mallet or plastic hammer, drive the tail stock
center into the wood.Remove the tail stock center.(as figure 2)
5. Drive the drive center into the other end of the wood.Make sure the
spurs are in the saw cuts. Remove the drive center.
6. Clean the centers,the thread of the driving spindle and the thread hole of
the tail stock body. Install the drive center into the driving spindle and the
tail stock center into the tail stock body.
7. Place the wood between the centers and lock the tail stock body.
8. Move the tail stock center into the wood by turning the hand wheel.Make
sure that the driving center and drive center are”seated” into the wood in
the holes made in step 4 and 5.Rotate the wood by hand while turning
the hand wheel.
9. Adjust the tool rest approximately 1/8” away from the corners of the
wood and 1/8” above the center line. Lock the tool rest base and tool