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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL

“MAXI-LATHE VS+”

12

X 17

WOOD LATHE

variable speed

FEATURES

Quick lock control levers easily position
tool rest.

Large 12

inboard bowl turning capacity.

Stable cast-iron frame, head & tailstock to
reduce chatter and vibration for smoother
turning.

Maximum distance of 17 5⁄16

between

centers.

Maximum distance of 49

between cen-

ters with optional bed extension (Item #25-
205).

Quick release belt tension lever for faster,
easier speed changes.

Three variable speed ranges: 300 to 900,
600 to 1800 & 1200 to 3600 rpm.

Digital spindle speed display.

12

tool rest with sturdy 1

diameter sup-

port post.

Forward/reverse switch.

Features positive spindle indexing in 10°
increments - total 36 index positions.

SPECIFICATIONS

SPINDLE SPEED
(VARIABLE) 300 TO 3600 RPM

SWING OVER BED
12

(304 MM)

SWING OVER TOOL REST
9 ¼

(236 MM)

SWING OVER SIDE BED
19 ¼

(490 MM)

SWING OVER SIDE TOOL REST
16

(424 MM)

DISTANCE BETWEEN CENTERS
17 5⁄16

(440 MM)

SPINDLE THREAD
1

(25.4 MM) - 8 TPI

TAILSTOCK THROUGH HOLE

(10 MM)

MORSE TAPER
MT #2

SELF EJECTING TRAVEL
2

(55 MM)

TOOL REST
12

(305 MM)

FACE PLATE
3

(80 MM)

INDEXING POSITION
36 X 10°

MOTOR M1
¾ HP, 110 V, 8 A, 2500 RPM

WEIGHT
146 LBS (66.5 KG)

MODEL

#25-200

VERSION 2_REVISION 1 - November 04/13 (S/N:25855611)
© Copyright General® International 11/2013

Summary of Contents for MAXI-LATHE VS+ 25-200

Page 1: ...igital spindle speed display 12 tool rest with sturdy 1 diameter sup port post Forward reverse switch Features positive spindle indexing in 10 increments total 36 index positions SPECIFICATIONS SPINDL...

Page 2: ...of 24 months from date of purchase any genuine part or parts which upon examination prove to be defective in work manship or material In order to obtain this warranty all defective parts must be retur...

Page 3: ...kpiece is securely installed between centers and that all locking levers and moveable or remov able parts are tightened down and secured 13 Adjust the cutting tool parallel and as close as pos sible t...

Page 4: ...rounding reduces the risk of electric shock The motor of this machine is wired for 110V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3 conductor cord and a 3 prong grounding plug A to fit a grounded...

Page 5: ...ENSION LOCK LEVER MOTOR FLYWHEEL HEADSTOCK LOCKING LEVER OUTBOARD BED EXTENSION SPINDLE SPEED READOUT SPINDLE SPEED CONTROLLER HEADSTOCK PIVOT PIN ON OFF SWITCH KEY SWITCH TOOL REST TOOL REST CARRIAGE...

Page 6: ...ral spirits or paint thinner Handle and dispose of potentially flammable solvent soaked rags according to manufacturers safety recommendations A putty knife held flat to avoid scratching the surface m...

Page 7: ...local General International dealer The stand is equipped with mounting holes allowing the lathe after removing the leveling feet to be bolted directly to the stand For your safety it is essential tha...

Page 8: ...RPM VITESS MIN 8 8 8 Side View Top View SPEED RPM VITESSE TR MIN ON OFF EN MARC HE ARR T MIN MAX 8 8 8 8 Install the belt tension release lever as shown Install the tool rest on the tool rest carriage...

Page 9: ...BE SURE TO STOP THE LATHE SPINDLE COMPLETELY BEFORE CHANGING DIRECTION WHEN MOUNTING A FACE PLATE ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SET SCREWS IN THE FACE PLATE ARE TIGHTENED SECURELY AFTER THE FACE PLATE IS INSTA...

Page 10: ...d selection comes with practice and experience and when in doubt always start at a slower speed increasing when you are sure that it is safe to do so High 1200 3600 RPM Medium 600 1800 RPM Low 300 to...

Page 11: ...are clean and free of debris then fit the spur center firmly in the spindle hole by hand E 2 To remove the headstock spur center knock it out from the opposite end of the spindle using the supplied kn...

Page 12: ...2 To remove the live center from the tailstock quill loosen the tailstock quill locking lever F and move the quill out by turning the quill movement handwheel G until the quill end is nearly inside th...

Page 13: ...s normal spindle turn ing position and lock it in place 2 Install a spur center in the headstock and a live center in the tailstock 3 Release the tailstock locking lever and ad vance the tailstock on...

Page 14: ...ons of any after market surface protectant or rust inhibitor will help prevent rust and keep the tool rest head and tailstock sliding smooth on the bedway Always turn off and unplug the lathe when you...

Page 15: ...e information about our products please visit our website at www general ca Steel support stand for maxi lathes 25 195N Free up valuable bench space in your shop and mount your lathe to dedi cated sta...

Page 16: ...CREW 3 16 24NC X 3 4 2 25200 024 021102 000 RELIEF ACC 2 5 4 25200 025 009003 200 NUT 3 16 X 24NC 4 25200 026 003303 207 ROUND HEAD SCREW 3 16 24NC X 5 8 1 25200 027 021805 000 STRAIN RELIEF NB 1216 1...

Page 17: ...R 3 25200 066 380559 905 KNOCKOUT BAR 1 25200 067 050718 000 BED 1 25200 068 009006 200 HEX NUT 3 8 16NC 4 25200 069 230081 000 LEVELING FOOT 4 25200 070 921455 000 LOCK LEVER 5 16 18UNC 15L 1 25200 0...

Page 18: ...PWM CONTROLER BOX 1 25200 108 4 490465 000 PWM PC BOARD PWM AC120V 60HZ DC 90V 8A 800 2000 1 25200 108 5 310169 000 HEAT SINK 1 25200 108 6 020001 000 RELIEF SB6R 3 1 25200 108 7 000302 202 ROUND HEAD...

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