Adjusting Tool Rest
The tool rest is equipped with a
If the tool rest unexpectedly moves during operation, the tool and your hand could be drawn into the spinning workpiece resulting in personal injury. ALWAYS make sure all of the tool rest locks are tight before beginning operation.
The Model G0462 comes with a
•Use the base lock lever to secure the tool rest along the length of the bed.
•Use the pivot arm lock lever to secure the tool rest at a working distance from the workpiece.
•Use the tool rest lock lever to adjust the height and angle of the tool rest relative to the workpiece.
Base
Lock Lever
Tool Rest |
| Pivot Arm |
Lock Lever |
| Lock Lever |
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Figure 21. Tool rest controls.
For safe and good turning results, we recommend positioning the tool rest approximately 1⁄4" away from the workpiece, and approximately 1⁄8" above the workpiece center line (see Figure 22).
1⁄4" Workpiece
Distances
1⁄8" | Center Line |
Tool Rest
Figure 22. Tool rest position relative to the
workpiece.
Installing/Removing
Spur Center
The included MT#2 spur center installs in the spindle and forces the workpiece to spin with the spindle.
Typically, the spur center is driven into the workpiece (see Spindle Turning on Page 24 for detailed instructions), then the center is inserted with the workpiece into the spindle.
To install the spur center:
1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.Move the tailstock and tool rest a safe work- ing distance from the headstock.
3.If the faceplate is installed, remove it (refer to Page 22 for detailed instructions).
4.Make sure the spur center and the inside of the spindle are free of debris and oily sub- stances that could interfere with proper mat- ing of the parts.
G0462 Wood Lathe (Mfg. Since 3/10) |