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INSTALLATION
1. When moving the lathe, DO NOT use the headstock
assembly, motor, tool rest or tailstock as this may
damage the machine. Hold under the lathe’s bed to lift
and move the machine. Straps or battens placed under
the lathe bed can also be used to move the machine.
2. Position the machine on a solid stand, or bench, that
is located in an area that has ample space in front and in
back of the lathe for working and moving around the lathe.
3. For best power and safety, the lathe should be plugged
directly into a dedicated grounded electrical outlet that is
within the supplied cord length of the machine. The use of
an extension cord is not recommended.
4. Align the machine so that during use, any turning debris
or kickback will not face aisles, doorways, or other work
areas that bystanders may be in. Do not locate or use the
machine in damp or wet conditions.
5. Once in place in your shop, make sure that the
machine is level. If possible, secure the machine, or stand
to the floor, or bench, with lag screws (not supplied). This
will reduce any possible vibration during use.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE
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A. Motor, Mounting Plate & Locking Handle
B. Outboard Bed Cover Plate Door
C. Headstock
D. Spindle Lock Knob / Index Pin
E. Outboard Hand Wheel
F. Headstock Cover
G. Spindle with Spur Center
H. Tool Rest & Base Assembly
I. Tool Rest Locking Handle
J. Tool Rest Base Locking Lever
K. Live Center
L. Tailstock Assembly
M. Face Plate
N. Electronic Controls
- ON & OFF Switches
- Forward / Reverse Switch
- Speed Control Knob
- Digital Speed Readout
O. Lathe Bed
P. Power & Controller Cords
Q. Tailstock Locking Lever
R. Tailstock Hand Wheel
S. Tailstock Locking Handle
T. Tool Holder & Tools
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MOVING & INSTALLING THE LATHE
5. The Faceplate (M) may be shipped pre-installed on the
headstock spindle. If plate or bowl turning is to be done,
then the use of the faceplate is needed. To remove the
faceplate, loosen the two set screws in the rear hub of the
faceplate, then unscrew it from the spindle (counter-clock-
wise rotation). Two wrenches are supplied for this.
6. For spindle turning, remove the faceplate. Install the
Spur Center (G) into the headstock spindle and Live Center
(K) into the tailstock spindle. Both have #2 Morse Taper
shanks.
7. Secure the lathe to a solid work surface or stand.
The 70-150VSR Lathe requires only minor assembly to
become operational. See the photos above for reference.
1. Install the Outboard Hand Wheel (E) on the Headstock.
Tighten it in place on the spindle with the two set screws.
2. Install the Tailstock Hand Wheel (R) onto the tailstock
spindle. Secure with the set screw on the flat spindle area.
3. Install the Tool Holder (T) onto the back of the headstock
with the two Phillips head screws and washers provided.
4. Install the 6” Tool Rest (H) into the Tool Rest Base.
ASSEMBLY
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Midi Lathe shown on #70-920 Stand (sold separately)
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