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THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

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MODEL ST1008

MINI WOOD LATHE

OWNER'S MANUAL

For Models Manufactured Since 06/16

V2.03.17

Summary of Contents for ST1008

Page 1: ...016 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC REVISED MARCH 2017 HE WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC Printed in...

Page 2: ...provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup operation maintenance and service of this machine tool Save this docu ment refer to it often and use it to instruct other operators Failure t...

Page 3: ...RATIONS 16 Overview 16 Stock Inspection Requirements 17 Adjusting Tailstock 19 Adjusting Tool Rest 19 Installing Removing Spur Center 20 Installing Removing Live Center 21 Installing Removing Faceplat...

Page 4: ...ord into a grounded outlet 4 Only use this machine to collect wood dust chips never use to collect glass metal liquids asbestos silica animal parts biohazards burning material ashes etc 5 Always disco...

Page 5: ...rrent Rating 6A Minimum Circuit Size 15A Connection Type Cord Plug Power Cord Included Yes Power Cord Length 6 ft Power Cord Gauge 18 AWG Plug Included Yes Included Plug Type 5 15 Switch Type Paddle S...

Page 6: ...Tailstock Center Live Construction Bed Precision Ground Cast Iron Frame Cast Iron Steel Headstock Cast Iron Steel Tailstock Cast Iron Steel Paint Type Finish Enamel Other Related Information Bed Widt...

Page 7: ...igure 1 ST1008 identification A F P Q R S U I J K M N O B C D E G H T For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Lathe a Wear eye protection b Do not wear gloves necktie or loose clo...

Page 8: ...k quill in and out to allow clamping or releasing of workpiece held between spindle center and tailstock center Quill Lock Handle Locks quill in place to prevent loosening during operation of lathe ON...

Page 9: ...hop kid proof DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use machin ery in areas that are wet cluttered or have poor lighting Operating machinery in these areas greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury M...

Page 10: ...oving parts or flying debris Make sure they are properly installed undamaged and working correctly BEFORE operating machine FORCING MACHINERY Do not force machine It will do the job safer and better a...

Page 11: ...MEASURING WORKPIECE Only measure workpiece after it has stopped Trying to measure a spinning workpiece increases entanglement risk SANDING POLISHING To reduce entangle ment risk remove tool rest befo...

Page 12: ...ation This machine must be connected to the correct size and type of power supply circuit or fire or electrical damage may occur Read through this section to determine if an adequate power supply circ...

Page 13: ...d in accordance with local codes and ordinances Grounding Prong Neutral Hot 5 15 PLUG GROUNDED 5 15 RECEPTACLE Figure 5 NEMA 5 15 plug receptacle Extension Cords Minimum Gauge Size at 120V 14 AWG Maxi...

Page 14: ...familiar with the controls and opera tions before starting the machine The Model ST1008 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for...

Page 15: ...ake sure you clean all moving parts or sliding contact surfaces that are coated Avoid chlorine based solvents as they may dam age painted surfaces should they come in contact Always follow the manufac...

Page 16: ...ing Number of Mounting Holes 4 Dia of Mounting Hardware Needed 5 16 The base of this machine has mounting holes that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or other mounting surface to prevent it from...

Page 17: ...turn machine OFF The motor should run smoothly and without unusual problems or noises 5 Try to start machine with paddle switch The machine should not start If the machine does not start the switch d...

Page 18: ...ced operator we strongly recommend that you read books trade articles or seek training from an experienced jointer operator before performing any unfamiliar operations Above all your safety should com...

Page 19: ...ng turning and cause machine damage and personal injury Choose workpieces that do not have large loose knots Excessive Warping or Twists Workpieces with excessive bowing or twisting are unstable and u...

Page 20: ...8 Deflection Pulley Figure 16 Proper belt deflection 3 Loosen the belt tension lock knob and move the belt tension lever up to reduce tension on the belt 4 Locate the desired speed on the speed chart...

Page 21: ...he proper clamping pressure Adjusting Tool Rest The tool rest is equipped with a cam action clamping system to secure it to the lathe bed When the lever is engaged a locking plate lifts up and secures...

Page 22: ...securely installed by giving it a quick tug A properly installed center will not pull out by hand 1 DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER 2 Insert the tapered end of the center into the spindle and push it in q...

Page 23: ...approxi mately half a turn counterclockwise 2 Rotate the quill handwheel clockwise until the tailstock quill protrudes out of the tailstock housing about 3 4 3 Insert the live center as shown in Figu...

Page 24: ...isel is flat double ground with one side higher than the other usually at an angle of 20 40 Figure 24 shows an example of a skew chisel Figure 25 Round nose scraper Figure 26 Parting tool Scrapers Mai...

Page 25: ...to the center of the workpiece with a wood mallet to embed it at least 1 4 as shown in Figure 29 1 4 Figure 29 Spur center properly embedded 6 With the workpiece still attached insert the spur center...

Page 26: ...e workpiece vibrates excessively Check to make sure the workpiece is centered and balanced Remove the workpiece and trim excess waste off corners with a bandsaw or table saw to reduce vibration Make s...

Page 27: ...unting faceplate to workpiece To mount your workpiece to a backing block 1 Make the backing block see Figure 33 from a piece of scrap wood that is flat on both sides Figure 33 Typical example of mount...

Page 28: ...ge and a 19 long 3 8 Spindle Gouge The D3640 SHOP FOX Tool Table is great for bench top tools such as chop saws drill presses scroll saws and bandsaws Support cross braces on top provide incredible st...

Page 29: ...heck Loose mounting bolts Worn or damaged wires Worn switch Any other unsafe condition Monthly Check Belt tension damage or wear Clean vacuum dust buildup off of motor Unpainted Cast Iron Protect the...

Page 30: ...otor or component is loose 3 Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover 4 Motor bearings are at fault 5 Belt worn damaged or loose 6 Motor mount loose broken 7 Pulley loose 8 Machine incorrectly mounted or sit...

Page 31: ...tand to remove any wobbling 5 Tighten motor mount bolts 6 Replace belt 7 Replace spindle bearings Chisels grab or dig into workpiece 1 Tool rest set too low 2 Tool rest set too far from workpiece 3 Wr...

Page 32: ...120 VAC 5 15 Plug As Recommended PADDLE SWITCH viewed from behind Ground Run Capacitor 25MFD 250VAC BLACK WHITE GREEN RED COLOR KEY Bk Wt Gn Rd Bk Bk Bk Gn Gn Gn Gn Wt 120V MOTOR Wt Bk Wt Wt Bk Bk Bk...

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Page 34: ...UBBER SLEEVE 59 XST1008059 EXT RETAINING RING 10MM 18 XST1008018 SQUARE BOLT M8 1 25 X 30 60 XST1008060 CAP SCREW M4 7 X 16 19 XST1008019 TENSION BRACKET 61 XST1008061 HEX NUT M4 7 20 XST1008020 CAP S...

Page 35: ...anged without approval If artwork changes are required contact us immediately at manuals woodstockint com DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE ADJUSTMENTS MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE BELT A B C D E F SPINDLE SPEEDS A B...

Page 36: ...efect resulted from causes not within the scope of Woodstock International Inc s warranty then the original owner must bear the cost of storing and returning the product This is Woodstock Internationa...

Page 37: ...____ No 5 Would you recommend STEELEX products to a friend ______ Yes ______ No 6 What is your age group ______ 20 29 ______30 39 ______ 40 49 ______ 50 59 ______60 69 ______ 70 7 What is your annual...

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