Woodstock W1758 owner manual Troubleshooting, Motor & Electrical

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Troubleshooting

W1758 Owner's Manual (Mfg. Since 3/10)

Troubleshooting

This section covers the most common problems and corrections with this type of machine. WARNING! DO NOT make any adjustments until power is disconnected and moving parts have come to a complete stop!

Motor & Electrical

	PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		corrective action
	Lathe will not start, or it	1.	Power supply fuse or circuit break-	1.	Disconnect power, and inspect circuit for electrical
	growls on start up.		er has tripped.		shorts and repair. Replace circuit breaker if it is
					old or has tripped many times.
		2.	Motor fan cover is dented, stop-	2.	Replace or adjust fan cover; inspect motor fan and
			ping the fan from being able to		replace if damaged.
			spin.
		3.	Paddle switch is broken or faulty.	3.	Disconnect power, and use an ohmmeter to check
					switch terminals for continuity, and replace switch
					if required.
		4.	Start capacitor is at fault.	4.	Replace start capacitor.
		5.	Motor is at fault.	5.	Replace motor.

	Fuses or circuit breakers	1.	Short circuit in line cord or plug.	1.	Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and
	trip open.				shorted wires, and replace extension cord.
		2.	Short circuit in motor or loose	2.	Replace or adjust fan cover; inspect motor fan and
			connections.		replace if damaged.
		3.	Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers	3.	Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.
			in power supply.
	Vibration noise while	1.	V-belt cover loose.	1.	Tighten the four screws securing V-belt cover;
	machine is running; noise				if necessary, install a soft, vibration dampening
	changes when speed is				material between V-belt cover and headstock.
	changed.				material between V-belt cover and headstock.
	changed.	2.	V-belt cover bent or dented and is	2.	Remove V-belt cover and inspect for dents, bends,
		2.	V-belt cover bent or dented and is	2.	Remove V-belt cover and inspect for dents, bends,
			making contact with motor pulley		or indications of rubbing. Tap out dents with rub-
			or V-belt.		ber mallet, bend back into proper shape, or shim
					away from the motor pulley.
		3.	Bad spindle bearing(s).	3.	Replace spindle bearing(s).

	Vibration noise while	1.	Dented motor fan cover.	1.	Replace or adjust fan cover; inspect motor fan and
	machine is running; noise				replace if damaged.
	remains constant when	2.	Bad spindle bearing(s).	2.	Replace spindle bearing(s).
	speed is changed.	2.	Bad spindle bearing(s).	2.	Replace spindle bearing(s).
	speed is changed.

SERVICE

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Contents OWNERS MANUAL Model W1758Page Contents Introduction Woodstock Technical SupportMachine Specifications Shipping Dimensions Carton Controls and Features Safety Standard Safety InstructionsAlways Lock Mobile Bases if Used Before Operating Machinery Additional Safety for Wood Lathes Electrical Specifications Electrical110V Operation Extension CordsSetup UnpackingInventory Box 1 Inventory Figures QtyMachine Placement Cleaning MachineTo assemble your lathe, do these steps AssemblyMounting to Shop Floor Securing lathe to legs Test Run To test run the machine, do these stepsOperations GeneralLoosen the headstock locking handle see Figure Adjusting HeadstockTo swivel the headstock, do these steps Adjusting Tailstock Adjusting Tool RestTo remove the headstock spur center, do these steps Installing/Removing Headstock CenterTo install the headstock spur center, do these steps To remove the tailstock live center, do these steps Installing/Removing Tailstock CenterTo install the tailstock live center, do these steps Installing/Removing Faceplate To install the faceplate onto the spindle, do these stepsSelecting Turning Tools Example of a gougeTo set up a spindle turning operation, do these steps Spindle TurningRefer to Installing Tailstock Center on Page 19 for Ing on the tool rest when preparingWhen it is in contact with Do not press the workpiece tooFaceplate Turning To mount your workpiece to a backing block, do these stepsSanding/Finishing Using Lathe Outboard TurningAccessories Wood Lathe AccessoriesMaintenance CleaningLathe Bed LubricationTo change the V-belt, do these steps Aligning Headstock Tailstock CentersChanging V-Belt Electrical Components & Wiring Diagram VAC BkTroubleshooting Motor & ElectricalLathe Operation Parts Parts List DescriptionLabel Placement 196 199 197 193195 198Warranty Registration CommentsWoodstock international inc. p.o. box Bellingham, wa Warranty High Quality Machines and Tools