A Tool Rest which is placed too low will result in the cutting edge continuing to dig deeper into the work- piece, result in a “bite” so deep that the cutting tool will begin to bounce and chatter and become very dif- ficult to hold safely.
If the Tool Rest is placed too high and the cutting tool hits the workpiece near to top (where the direction of force exerted by the workpiece is nearly horizontal), a strong and dangerous kickback will occur.
If the Tool Rest is placed too far away from the workpiece, the cutting tool will again hit too high on the workpiece. Leverage will be reduced and it will be very difficult to safely hold the cutting tool. As a general rule, with small diameter workpiece the Tool Rest should be positioned very close to the workpiece (1/8").
FACEPLATE TURNING
Faceplate turning is primarily used in the making of bowls and in working with other bowl shaped or simi- lar items. Initially, make certain that you have removed as much waste material from the inside and the out- side of the work piece by using hand tools. The workpiece is to be held to the Faceplate (#31) with wood screws (sold separately). Use screws that will drive about
Position the Tool Rest so that you can shape the outside of the workpiece as desired. Once outside work has been completed, the Tool Rest can be moved and adjusted (make certain the lathe is OFF and unplugged), so that it is opposite the face of the workpiece. From this position, the inside of the workpiece can be hollowed out.
WARNING: Before performing any lathe operation, make sure that the workpiece is tightly secured between the Spur Center/Faceplate and Cup Center. Always check and tighten Handle Rods and the Hand Wheel for safe operation.
MAINTENANCE
After each use the Mini Wood Lathe should be thoroughly cleaned. Keep the lathe dry at all times.
Occasionally, moving parts should be lubricated with a good quality machine oil.
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