Operation Overview
This overview gives you the basic process that happens during an operation with this machine. Familiarize yourself with this process to better understand the remaining parts of the Operation section.
To complete a typical operation, the operator does the following:
1.Examines the workpiece to make sure it is suitable for turning. No extreme bows, knots, or cracks should exist.
2.Prepares and trims up the workpiece in a jointer or table saw to make it roughly con- centric.
3.Installs the workpiece between centers.
4.Adjusts the tool rest to within 1⁄8" of the workpiece centerline, and sets the minimum clearance between the workpiece and the lip of the tool rest to 1⁄4" gap.
5.Positions and locks any dust collection hoods near the workpiece to collect wood chips, and secures in place.
6.Verifies the pulley ratio is set for the type of wood and size of workpiece installed.
7.Verifies the spindle speed dial is turned all the way counterclockwise so the spindle does not start in high speed.
8.Verifies the spindle direction switch is select- ing the correct direction.
9.Verifies the spindle lock is disengaged, and the spindle and workpiece rotate freely throughout the full range of motion.
10.Ties back loose hair and clothing and puts on face shield and respirator. Takes all other required safety precautions.
11.Starts the lathe and dust collector, adjusts the lathe speed, and carefully begins the turning operation, keeping the chisel against the tool rest the entire time it is cutting.
Model G0694 (Mfg. Since 1/09)
Stock Inspection &
Requirements
Some workpieces are not safe to turn or may require modification before they are safe to turn. Before turning a workpiece, inspect all workpieces for the following:
•Workpiece Type:
This machine is intended for cutting natural and
•Foreign Objects:
Nails, staples, dirt, rocks and other foreign objects are often embedded in wood. While cutting, these objects can become dislodged and hit the operator, cause tool grab, or break the turning tool, which might then fly apart. Always visually inspect your workpiece for these items. If they can't be removed, DO NOT turn the workpiece.
•Large/Loose Knots:
Loose knots can become dislodged during the turning operation. Large knots can cause a workpiece to completely break in half dur- ing turning and cause machine damage and injury. Choose workpieces that do not have large/loose knots.
•Wet or "Green" Stock:
Cutting wood with a moisture content over 20% causes unnecessary wear on tooling blades, increases the risk of tool grab, and yields poor results.
•Excessive Warping:
Workpieces with excessive bowing or twist- ing are unstable and unbalanced. Never turn these workpieces at high speed, or instability will be magnified and the workpiece can be ejected from the lathe causing injury. Only turn concentric workpieces!