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INTRODUCTION

Your 8” x 12” Variable Speed Wood Lathe is a dependable tool designed to assist you in turning many types of projects.
It is easy to assemble and to operate and is an ideal lathe for those just getting started in wood turning and experienced
users alike.

IMPORTANT:

This manual is not intended as a “Teaching Guide” on how to perform wood turning. It describes functions

of the components and gives general information about the lathe. Micro Mark offers books and videos that teach the
processes of wood turning. In addition, there are many sources widely available on the internet, libraries and classes
that one might take in order to achieve professional results.

Take the time to read and understand these Operation and Safety Instructions in order to use this machine to its fullest
potential.

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor: 

250W (1/3 hp), 2.3 Amps, 120V 60 Hz

Motor speed: 

750 – 3200 rpm

Distance between centers: 

12”

Swing over bed: 

8”

Drive spindle: 

1” x 8 TPI

Drive spindle through hole: 

3/8”

Tailstock through hole: 

3/8”

Headstock center taper: 

MT1

Tailstock center taper: 

MT1

Overall size: 

28” x 8.5” x 12”

Net weight: 

43 lbs.

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Summary of Contents for MicroLux 86892

Page 1: ...email Tech micromark com Micro Mark MM041217 Please read and understand all instructions before using this tool Note These instructions will show you how to assemble this machine work its controls an...

Page 2: ...ffers books and videos that teach the processes of wood turning In addition there are many sources widely available on the internet libraries and classes that one might take in order to achieve profes...

Page 3: ...may result in damage to the machine or injury to the user Tighten all locks before using machine Use the slowest speed when staring the lathe When turning a workpiece always rough the wood to round f...

Page 4: ...hat can be clamped to your bench Operating a lathe that is not bolted down may result in serious injury Mark three hole centers as shown Drill clearance holes through the platform Position the lathe o...

Page 5: ...ALL OR REMOVE A FACEPLATE 1 Thread the faceplate 1 onto the end of the head stock spindle and hand tighten 2 Place the wrench 2 over the flats on the face plate Note Since the headstock spindle is bel...

Page 6: ...G Always set the speed control knob to its lowest counter clockwise setting before starting the lathe Never start a workpiece at maximum speed There is a 1 to 3 second delay in motor activation when s...

Page 7: ...move the center cup or to drill holes through the center of a workpiece on a faceplate TOOL REST OPERATION 1 Loosen the lock lever 4 to move the tool rest 1 banjo to the right or left and back or wher...

Page 8: ...dstock 24 Speed dial switch 25 Speed dial label 26 Headstock spindle nut 27 Plate cover 28 Bolt 29 Spec label 30 Bolt 31 Drive pulley 32 Belt 33 Bolt 34 Motor pulley 35 Power cord 36 Switch box assemb...

Page 9: ...w with a note explaining the problem For products returned after the warranty period our regular repair charges shall apply Please include your telephone number so we may advise you of the repair esti...

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