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Figure 16. Speed dial turned all the way down
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Figure 17. DO NOT attempt to turn workpieces thicker than 2" x 2" without first cutting the corners off!
Operation Tips
•Mount the workpiece correctly; otherwise, the operation may be difficult and danger- ous. Read the “Spindle Turning” & “Face Plate Turning” instructions for ideas on how to set up your lathe correctly.
•Position the tool rest approximately 1⁄8" above the center line of the workpiece and approximately 1⁄4" away from the workpiece. See Figure 15 for more details.
•When turning the lathe ON, stand to the side of the spinning direction until the lathe reaches full speed and you can verify that the lathe will not throw the workpiece.
•Always start the lathe and perform all rough cutting with the speed setting at the lowest point, as shown in Figure 16.
•Select the right speed for the size of workpiece you are turning. Use the slower range on the speed dial for large workpieces (4" diameter and over); use the middle range on the speed dial for medium sized workpieces (2" to 4" diameter); and use the faster range on the speed dial for small sized workpieces (under 2" in diameter).
•Keep the turning tool on the tool rest the ENTIRE time that it is in contact with the workpiece.
•When turning pieces thicker than 2" x 2", cut off the corners first (so the workpiece profile looks similar to the illustrated workpiece in Figure 15). Figure 17 shows a workpiece too big for turning with the corners still on.
•When rough cutting face plate work, use the live center in the tailstock for support, as can be seen in the setup in Figure 17. After the rough cutting is complete, move the tailstock out of the way.
•Learn the correct techniques for each tool you will use. If you are unsure, read books or magazines about lathe techniques and seek training from experienced users.