Operation
Start up
Note: Not following this
1.Begin with the Lathe unplugged.
2.Install the required Jaws (166 or 168) into the Chuck (2).
3.Set up the work area as needed for your project. You will need to:
a.Secure the workpiece in place.
b.Install the cutting tool (sold separately) in the Tool Post (112).
c.Set the Automatic Feed Lever (79) to manual or automatic.
d.If threading, engage the Threading Dial (65) and set it as needed for the project.
e.Move the cutting tool in place using the Cross Slide (100) and Compound Rest (105/108) Cranks (86a and 86b).
Note: Before beginning any machining process, remove backlash from the Cross Slide (100) and/or Compound Rest (105/108) Cranks (86a and 86b) and reset the Dials (87) to zero.
Compound Rest Crank (86b)
Dials (87)
Cross Slide Crank (86a)
Figure 22
To do this, begin rotating the Crank in the desired direction until all play is gone. Hold the Crank in place with one hand and rotate the Dial (87) to zero.
Repeat each time before using a Crank in either direction when you need precise measurements.
4.Adjust the Controls:
H 
L
L 
N
R
Figure 23
a. On the back of the Lathe, set the Spindle Speed with the H/L Gear Shift Lever (33) and the feed direction with the Feed Direction Selector (35).
Power Switch (178)
Figure 24 Speed Control Knob (180)
b. On the front of the Lathe, make sure that the Main Power Switch (178), Forward/OFF/Reverse Switch (181) and the variable Speed Control Knob (180) are in their off positions.The variable Speed Control Knob has an actual “0/ Off” position and will “click” when placed in the “Off” position.
Note: The Lathe will not
(180)set at any speed other then “0/ Off” or attempting to start the lathe out of sequence, will cause the fuse to blow.
REV 10b
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