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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

12 x 21-inch, 6-Speed Wood Lathe

Model JWL-1221SP

JET

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086

Part No. M-719115

Ph.: 800-274-6848

Edition 1 06/2018

www.jettools.com

Summary of Contents for JWL-1221SP

Page 1: ...structions and Parts Manual 12 x 21 inch 6 Speed Wood Lathe Model JWL 1221SP JET 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Part No M 719115 Ph 800 274 6848 Edition 1 06 2018 www jettools com Copyright 2018 JET ...

Page 2: ...position before connecting the machine to the power supply 12 Make certain the machine is properly grounded 13 Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with machine unplugged from power source 14 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on 15 Keep safety guards in place at all times when th...

Page 3: ...for splits knots or other obstructions which may cause a safety risk while turning 32 Adjust tool rest to proper height and position for the work Rotate the workpiece by hand to check clearance with the tool rest before turning on the machine 33 Select the appropriate speed for the turning job at hand Allow the Lathe to ramp up to operating speed 34 Never stop a rotating workpiece with your hand 3...

Page 4: ... 8 3 Speed Change 12 8 4 Index pin 13 9 0 Operating controls 13 10 0 Operation 13 10 1 Inspection 13 10 2 Turning Tools 13 10 3 Spindle Turning 14 10 4 Face Plate and Bowl Turning 17 10 5 Bowl Turning Techniques 18 11 0 Maintenance 19 11 1 General maintenance 19 11 2 Belt replacement 19 11 3 Additional servicing 20 12 0 Recommended Lathe Speeds per diameter of workpiece 21 13 0 Optional accessorie...

Page 5: ...guide to lathe operational methods use of accessories choice of stock etc Additional knowledge can be obtained from experienced users or trade articles Whatever accepted methods are used always make personal safety a priority If there are questions or comments please contact your local supplier or JET JET can also be reached at our web site www jettools com Retain this manual for future reference ...

Page 6: ...er 8 Tailstock 9 Tailstock handwheel 10 Motor 3 4HP 11 Warning label 12 Lower pulley access door 13 Tool caddy 14 Faceplate 15 Spur center 16 Tool rest 17 Tool rest locking handle 18 Quill locking handle 19 Tailstock locking handle 20 On off switch with safety key 21 Tool rest base 22 Tool rest base locking handle 23 Belt tension release lever ...

Page 7: ...5 240 mm Distance between centers 20 5 520 mm Faceplate diameter 3 76 mm Headstock Spindle taper MT2 Spindle thread 1 8TPI Spindle bore 3 8 9 5 mm Number of spindle speeds 6 Spindle speeds 380 940 1400 1810 2550 3975 Number of indexing positions 24 Tailstock Quill taper MT2 Maximum quill travel 2 1 4 57 mm Hole through tailstock 3 8 9 5 mm Main materials Bed cast iron Headstock cast iron and steel...

Page 8: ...ons vary this information is intended to allow the user to make a better estimation of the hazards and risks involved only L length W width H height The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication but because of our policy of continuous improvement JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice without incurring obligations 5 1 Mounting h...

Page 9: ...al areas of the lathe such as bed spindle and quill have been factory coated with a protectant This should be removed with a soft cloth and a cleaner degreaser Clean the bed areas under the headstock tailstock and tool support base Do not use an abrasive pad and do not allow solvents to contact painted or plastic areas 6 4 Mounting lathe to stand table For effective and safe operation the lathe mu...

Page 10: ...n a circuit with a grounded outlet that looks like the one pictured in A Figure 7 1 Before connecting to power source be sure switch is in off position It is recommended that the lathe be connected to a dedicated 10 amp circuit with a circuit breaker or time delay fuse Local codes take precedence over recommendations 7 1 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 1 All Grounded Cord connected Tools This tool must be ...

Page 11: ...st be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box Figure 7 1 7 2 Extension cords The use of extension cords is discouraged Try to position equipment within reach of the power source If an extension cord becomes necessary be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of po...

Page 12: ...lamping system has been properly adjusted by the manufacturer If in the future it does not properly lock tailstock in position remove tailstock from bed and turn it over Adjust cam lock nut Figure 8 3 as needed Figure 8 3 8 3 Speed Change Refer to Figures 8 4 and 8 5 The lathe has six speeds determined by which pair of pulley steps is chosen See Figure 8 4 A speed chart is affixed to the inside of...

Page 13: ...accessible to children Key must be reinserted to start lathe Figure 9 1 10 0 Operation The information which follows is general in nature and not intended to be a complete course in woodturning Nothing can replace the knowledge gained by conversation with experienced woodturners or consulting books or trade articles Above all simple trial and error will aid in developing proficiency in the craft 1...

Page 14: ... it has lost its temper and should be ground past the blue area High speed steel tools are not as likely to overheat but can be damaged if allowed to get red hot High speed steel tools should not be quenched for cooling Honing with a diamond lap or slipstone will save trips to the grinder and keep the edge fresh 10 3 Spindle Turning Spindle turning takes place between the centers of the lathe It r...

Page 15: ...f exerting excessive pressure against the workpiece and the headstock Apply only sufficient force with the tailstock to hold the workpiece securely in place Excessive pressure can overheat center bearings and damage both workpiece and Lathe 10 Move tool support into position It should be parallel to the workpiece just below the centerline and approximately 1 8 to 1 4 from the corners of the workpi...

Page 16: ...ve 3 With the flute facing the opposite direction repeat step 1 for other side of cove Stop at bottom of cut V Cuts 1 Use the long point of the skew NOTE Do not press the long point of the skew directly into the workpiece to create the V this will result in a burned or burnished V with fibers being rolled up at both sides 2 Lightly mark the center of the V with the tip of the skew 3 Move the point...

Page 17: ...for turning chucks can also be used As there are dozens of chucks to choose from the woodturner should first consider all the different types of turning that will be done and read reports or discuss with other turners who own chucks before making a decision A chuck is not a requirement but is handy when working on more than one piece at a time Rather than removing screws you simply open the chuck ...

Page 18: ...to the maximum safe speed for the size of work to be turned If the machine starts to vibrate lower the speed until vibration stops 6 Rough out the outside of the bowl with the 1 2 deep fluted bowl gouge holding the handle of the tool firmly against your hip For best control use your whole body to move the gouge through the workpiece 7 As the bowl takes shape work on the bottom tailstock end to acc...

Page 19: ...ding over the rim and foot with sandpaper try to keep details crisp Finish sanding with 220 grit 3 Remove sanding dust with tack rags or compressed air and with lathe turned off apply first coat of finish Let stand for several minutes wipe off excess Allow to dry before sanding again with 320 or 400 grit sandpaper 4 Turn lathe back on and continue the separation cut almost all the way through the ...

Page 20: ... 11 4 10 Remove belt through lower access door 11 Reverse above procedure to install belt and re position spindle Figure 11 4 NOTE Make sure when reinstalling to place cover D Figure 11 2 onto spindle before inserting spindle into headstock to insert spindle lock with its spring E Figure 11 2 before tightening cover that right side bearing is properly seated in its recess in the headstock that spi...

Page 21: ...00 6 to 8 380 810 1125 8 to 10 300 650 900 10 to 12 255 540 750 Table 3 13 0 Optional accessories These accessory items purchased separately can enhance the functionality of your lathe Contact your dealer to order or call JET at the phone number on the cover 719201 Bed Extension 22 1 2 for JWL 1221SP Lathe 719202A Stand for JWL 1221SP Lathe 719203A Stand Extension for JWL 1221SP Lathe ...

Page 22: ...ten fasteners Lathe on uneven surface Place lathe on flat surface Tools tend to grab or dig in Dull tools Keep tools sharp Tool support set too low Reposition tool support height Tool support set too far from work piece Reposition tool support closer to work piece Improper tool being used Use correct tool for operation Tailstock moves when applying pressure Cam lock nut needs adjusting Tighten cam...

Page 23: ...23 15 1 1 JWL 1221SP Bed Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 24: ...ndwheel 1 24 TS 0267021 Set Screw 1 4 20x1 4 2 25 JML 45A Lock Handle Assembly Tailstock 5 16 18x3 4 1 26 JWL1221VS 115 Socket Head Button Screw 10 32x5 8 1 27 JWL1221VS 227 Key 1 28 JML 58 Eccentric Rod Tailstock 1 29 JWL1221VS 229 Rubber Cover 1 30 JWL1221VS 230 Lead Screw 1 31 JWL1221VS 231 Quill 1 32 JML 63 C Ring STW 10 1 33 JWL1221VS 233 Tailstock Clamp Bolt 1 34 JWL1221VS 234 Tailstock 1 35...

Page 25: ...68 JML 11 Knockout Rod 1 71 JET 92 JET Logo with 3M Adhesive 92x38mm 1 72 TS 081C072 Pan Head Screw 10 24x1 14 2 73 JWL1221SP 273 ID Label 1 74 TS 0253031 Socket Head Button Screw 10 24x1 2 2 76 JWL1221VS 276 Clamp 1 2 2 78 TS 0254021 Socket Head Button Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 2 79 JWL1221SP 279 Spring 48L 1 ...

Page 26: ...26 15 2 1 JWL 1221SP Headstock Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 27: ...S 111 Headstock Casting 1 16 JWL1221SP 116 V Belt 310J 4 1 17 JWL1221SP 117 Spindle Pulley 6 step 1 18 6295710 C ring S 25 1 19 JML1014 188 Spring 1 20 JWL1221VS 120 Pan Head Screw M3x35 1 21 JML1014 189 Index Pin 1 22 BB 6004VV Ball Bearing 6004VV 1 23 JWL1221VS 123 Handwheel 1 24 TS 0267021 Set Screw 1 4 20x1 4 2 25 JWL1221VS 125 Pulley Access Door 1 26 JWL1221SP 126 Speed Label 1 27 TS 0267041 ...

Page 28: ...JML 65 Main Switch 1 4 JWL1221SP 304 Control Panel Label 1 5 JWL1221VS 320 Strain Relief 6P 4 2 6 JWL1015 170 Power Cable 1 7 JWL1221SP 307 Phillips Pan Hd Tapping Screw M3 5x 8mm 4 8 JWL1015 171 Ground Plate 1 9 JWL1015 163 Tapping Screw M3 5x6mm 1 10 TS 073304 External Tooth Lock Washer 2 11 TS 1533032 Pan Head Screw M5x10 2 12 JWL1221SP 312 Dust Sheet not shown 2 13 TS 081C072 Pan Head Screw 10...

Page 29: ...29 16 0 Electrical Connections for JWL 1221SP ...

Page 30: ...needed JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6846 or use the Service Center Locator on the JET website More Information JET is constantly adding new products For complete up to date product information check with your local distributor or visit the JET website How State Law Applies This warra...

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