Harbor Freight Tools 65345 operating instructions Definition of Terms

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2.The Lathe will need to be located on a surface capable of bearing the combined weight of the Lathe and intended workpieces. The surface must be able to withstand the vibra- tion generated by the Lathe during operation.

3.The Lathe must be completely level, left-to-right and front-to-back, or the Lathe will not rotate properly and may become damaged.

4.The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Remove the coating with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Avoid chlo- rine-based solvents since they will damage the paint.

5.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage.

Definition of Terms

Bed: Main supporting casting run- ning the length of the lathe

Between Centers: A dimension representing the maximum length of a workpiece that can be turned between centers. Also a method of holding a workpiece by mounting it between the centers of the Head- stock and the Tailstock spindles.

Center: A precision ground ta- pered cylinder with a pointed tip and a Morse Taper shaft. Used in the tailstock to support the end of long workpieces. May also be used in the

Headstock spindle to support work between centers at both ends.

Centerline: An imaginary line ex- tending from the center of the Spindle through the center of the Tailstock ram, representing the central axis

of the lathe around which the work rotates.

Chuck: A clamping device for hold- ing work in the lathe or for holding drills in the Tailstock.

Tool Rest Base: Movable platform where the Tool Rest is mounted; it can be set at an angle to the work- piece (also known as compound slide and compound rest).

Faceplate: A metal plate with a flat face-mounted spindle to hold irregu- larly shaped work.

Facing: A lathe operation in which wood is removed from the end of a workpiece to create a smooth sur- face.

Headstock: The main casting mounted on the left end of the Bed where the Spindle is mounted. Hous- es the Spindle Gears.

Morse Taper (MT): A taper of spe- cific dimensions used to mate match- ing male and female parts together tightly. The Tailstock has a MT-2 Morse Taper.

Spindle: Main rotating shaft on which the Chuck is mounted. It passes through the Headstock.

Spindle Through-hole:A dimen- sion indicating the minimum diameter of the hole that passes through the Spindle. A workpiece with a diameter

REV 09e

SKU 65345

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Contents For technical questions or replacement parts, please call Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight ToolsContents General Power Tool Safety Save This ManualGfci reduces the risk of electric shock Lathe Safety Warnings For technical questions, please call Extension Cords GroundingProng Plugs Specifications Symbology25’ 50’ 75’ Work Area Set Up Product FeaturesAssembly Instructions UnpackingDefinition of Terms See Figure D AdjustmentsTo Adjust The Spindle Speed RPM See Figures E and F, nextFigure E See Figure GTo Adjust The Tool Rest To Adjust The TailstockSee Figure J and Assy. Diagram To Install And Remove The Spur CenterSee Figure M To Install And Remove The Cup CenterTo Install And Remove The Faceplate See Figure N, nextOperating Instructions Power Switch Safety SwitchSee Figure O See Figure R See Figure QSee Figure S See Figure T Maintenance ServicingSee Figure U Please Read Following Carefully Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible SolutionParts List Assembly Diagram Limited 90 DAY Warranty
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