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to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This mini metal lathe is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool and Equipment
cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification or use of this product in an
application for which it was not designed. We strongly recommend that this product not be
modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed.
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Table of Contents
Intended Use.......................................................................................................................................1
Technical Specifications....................................................................................................................2
Important Safety Information.............................................................................................................2
Specific Operation Warnings..............................................................................................................4
Grounding...........................................................................................................................................5
Extension Cords..................................................................................................................................5
Assembly ............................................................................................................................................6
Main Parts........................................................................................................................................7
Before Each Use.................................................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions......................................................................................................................10
Settings and Adjustments..............................................................................................................10
Operation........................................................................................................................................12
After Each Use..................................................................................................................................14
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................15
Parts Diagram...................................................................................................................................16
Parts List ..........................................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................22
Replacement Parts...........................................................................................................................24
Limited Warranty...............................................................................................................................24
Intended Use
This compact 7" x 12" lathe is light-duty multi-purpose machine used for typical turning processes
to economically produce small precision parts, threaded parts, fittings, and dies. The lathe features
a low and high spindle speed, a change gear set, a wrench set and an oil can.
Mini Metal Lathe 7 x 12
OWNER’S MANUAL
Mini Metal Lathe 7 x 12
OWNER’S MANUAL
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WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and
other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.