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Model W1704 (For Machines Mfd. Since 01/20)
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Spindle turning is the operation performed when a
workpiece is mounted between the headstock and the
tailstock, as shown in Figure 27. Bowls, table legs, tool
handles, and candlesticks are typical projects where this
operation is used.
Spindle.Turning
Figure.27.
Example of typical spindle
turning operation.
Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from
using this machine without proper protective gear.
Always wear safety glasses, a face shield, and a respi-
rator when operating this machine.
To.set.up.a.spindle.turning.operation,.do.these.steps:
1.
Find center point of both ends of your workpiece by
drawing diagonal lines from corner to corner across
end of workpiece, as shown in
Figure.28
.
2.
Make a center mark by using a wood mallet and
tapping point of spur center into center of workpiece
on both ends.
3.
Using a
1
⁄
4
" drill bit, drill a
1
⁄
4
" deep hole at center
mark on end of the workpiece to be mounted on
headstock spur center.
4.
To help embed spur center into workpiece, cut
1
⁄
8
"
deep saw kerfs in headstock end of workpiece along
diagonal lines marked in
Step.1
.
5.
If your workpiece is over 2" x 2", cut corners off
workpiece lengthwise to make turning safer and
easier (see
Figure 29
).
Workpiece
Workpiece
Center
Pencil Lines
Marked
Diagonally
Across Corners
Figure.28. Workpiece marked diagonally
from corner to corner to determine the
center.
Workpiece Center
Corners
Removed
Figure.29.
Corners of workpiece removed.
Items.Needed. Qty
Precision Ruler ..................................................1
Wood Mallet .....................................................1
Drill Bit
1
⁄
4
" ......................................................1
Table Saw/Bandsaw ............................................1