SPRING-LOADED LOCK LEVERS
Assemble the Spring-Loaded lock levers for the tailstock spindle
and the tool rest. The shoulder screw (1) passes through the spring
(2) and the handle lever (3) then finally into position on the machine.
The Spring-Loaded handles on the lathe are designed to minimize
interference with other lathe parts on the workpiece. To operate,
push the handle lever in and turn clockwise to tighten. Pulling the
handle lever outward will disengage the threaded shaft, allowing
you to reposition the lever handle so it is out of the way.
FACEPLATE MOUNTING AND USE
Your lathe is provided with 2 faceplates. Use an appropriate size
faceplate for your workpiece. Mount the workpiece onto the face-
plate with heavy gauge wood screws (not provided). Make sure the
screws are not so long that they will enter the area of the workpiece
where material is to be removed.
Note:
The faceplate has an open center. When drilling through a
workpiece from the tailstock, the drill bit can go completely through
the workpiece.
INSTALL 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 belt
driven it will turn freely if
not held stationary while
the faceplate is tightened
or loosened.
3. Insert the tip of the push-
out rod (3) into one of the
slots in the side of the
headstock spindle.
4. Grip the push-out rod firmly while turning the wrench to either
tighten or loosen the faceplate.
5. Remove the push-out rod and wrench. If the faceplate is being
removed, continue turning it until it comes off the spindle threads.
INSTALLING THE DRIVE SPUR AND LIVE CENTER
1. Insert the shaft of the spur (1) into the hollow center of the
headstock spindle.
2. Insert the shaft of the tailstock center (2) into the hollow center of
the tailstock spindle.
WARNING! Do not operate your lathe until it is completely
assembled and adjusted according to the instructions.
TO REMOVE A SPUR OR CENTER
1. Insert the push-out rod (1) into the far end of the headstock
spindle or the tailstock spindle until it comes into contact with the
shaft of the spur or center.
2. Tap the end of the push-out rod until the spur or center comes
loose.
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