Woodstock W1704 instruction manual Adjustments, Tailstock barrel alignment slot

Tailstock Barrel

If you find that the tailstock adjustment handle spins without moving the tailstock barrel, the tailstock barrel lock may need to be re-aligned with the catch slot in the tailstock barrel.

To re-align tailstock barrel lock with the catch slot, do these steps:

1. UNPLUG THE LATHE!

2. Loosen the small setscrew from the side of the tailstock and loosen the tailstock barrel lock.

3. Pull the tailstock adjustment handle to slide the barrel out of the tailstock.

4. Locate the catch slot, shown in Figure 14, and align it with the barrel lock.

5. Insert the barrel, replace the setscrew, and barely tighten the barrel lock, then back it off 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 of a turn.

Check the locking mechanism:

• If it is satisfactory, no further adjust- ments are necessary.

• If it is not satisfactory, repeat steps 2- 3.

3.

Lock Handles

The lock handles on the tool rest holder and the tailstock can be tightened for a stronger lock- ing action if the factory set locking action is not tight enough for your needs. However, take care not to over-tighten any of the parts.

To tighten the lock handles, do these steps:

1. UNPLUG THE LATHE!

2. Using a 12mm socket or wrench, tighten 1⁄4 turn one of the lock nuts shown in Figure 13, depending on which component you wish to tighten.

ADJUSTMENTS

UNPLUG‑ the power cord before you do any assem- bly or adjustment tasks! Otherwise, serious per- sonal injury to you or oth- ers may occur!

Figure 13. Tool rest holder and tailstock lock

nuts for adjusting lock handles.

Figure 14. Tailstock barrel alignment slot.

ADJUSTMENTS

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