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Translation of the Original Instruction Manual Version 1.0
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4. Description of functions
A wood turning lathe is a machine with which cylindrical or prismatic wooden work pieces are generally
processed. For this, work pieces are secured between headstock and tailstock using a drive centre
(headstock) and live centre (tailstock) or a particular clamping device (chuck, face plate) and driven via
an electric motor.
Drive is from an electric motor via pulleys to the spindle. Stratos has two speed stages (gear ratios) that
you can select. Fine-tuning of the speed takes place via frequency conversion which is regulated by a
potentiometer (POTI in short) on the movable control unit, so you can sleeplessly set the speed in the
respective speed stage. This will help you select the appropriate speed corresponding to the diameter
and the shape of the work piece. It will improve safety during wood turning and the quality of the work
piece surface.
In order to turn on the power unit, first turn the
main switch
(see Fig. 47) clockwise until it clicks into
place. On the movable control box (Fig. 2), switch on the motor and increase the speed on the
potentiometer.
Automatic deactivation
Stratos is equipped with a zero-voltage switch which deactivates the lathe in the event of a power outage
or when the pulley cover is lifted, and it prevents restarting when the power has been restored. The
speed can also be turned off via the frequency converter in the event of overload during wood turning. In
order to restore the wood turning lathe to operation in any case, the cause must be eliminated. In the
event of a power outage, power must be restored. If the cover has been lifted, it must be closed again. In
the event of overload, the load must be reduced or the pulley with a lower speed must be chosen.
Using the tool rest, the turning tools are manually moved toward the work piece. This poses a risk of
injury because the resulting cutting forces have to be countered by the user.
In order to compensate for the resulting forces, the turning tools must always rest firmly on the tool rest.
It is important that you read the operating instructions carefully before initial use in order to familiarize
yourself with the risks that can be created by the operation of the machine (in particular rotating parts,
resulting forces and risk of injury).
If you have no experience with wood turning, please get informed before working with the wood turning
lathe. In order to do this, ask someone with experience in wood turning and have them train you.
At our site, we are offering beginners' and advanced courses.
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