Harbor Freight Tools 4019 operating instructions INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, and Cleaning

Screws (part #26) to lock the tool bit in place.

5.Assemble the three jaws of the 3-Jaw Chuck (part #67) accordingly (internal for a workpiece up to 1” diameter - external for a workpiece up to 2” diameter). Tighten the jaws onto the end of the workpiece to secure it in place. Then, make sure to remove the two Pins used to tighten the jaws.

6.Center the tip of the Tailstock Center (part #50) in the middle of the other end of the workpiece. Make sure there is sufficient tension on the workpiece to keep it securely in place. Then, tighten the Socket Screw (part #54) to lock the Tailstock (part #45) in place.

7.Move the Cross Slide (part #28) and Longitudinal Slide (part #35) to the initial cutting position. Make sure the tool bit does not contact the workpiece.

8.Plug the Mini Bench Lathe into the nearest grounded, 120 volt, electrical outlet. Then, turn the Power Switch (part #2) to its “ON” position.

9.Allow sufficient time for the workpiece to turn at full speed. Then, slowly and carefully, use the Hand Wheels (part #36) to move the Cross Slide (part #28) and Longitudinal Slide (part #35) in order to make the desired cuts on the workpiece.

10.Do not force the Mini Bench Lathe or tool bit to remove material faster than they are designed to cut. Make sure to feed the tool bit gradually into the workpiece.

11.Once the turning job is completed, turn off the Mini Bench Lathe and wait until the workpiece has stopped turning. Then, unplug the Mini Bench Lathe from its electrical outlet.

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

1.CAUTION: Always turn the Power Switch (part #2) to its “OFF” position and unplug the Mini Bench Lathe from its grounded, 120 volt electrical outlet before performing any inspection, adjustments, maintenance, or cleaning.

2.BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Mini Bench Lathe. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, dull, cracked, or broken tool bit, and any other condition that may affect the safe operation of the Mini Bench Lathe. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

3.DAILY: With a soft brush, cloth, or vacuum, remove all debris from the Mini Bench Lathe. Then, use a premium quality, lightweight machine oil to lubricate all moving parts.

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