10
OPERATION MANUAL
Connecting To The Power Source:
The electric motor, switch, cord and controllers are supplied with the WL-14V Wood Lathe.
The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with local electrical codes.
The power cord should have 3-wires, with a grounding conductor and a grounding pin.
Improper connection of the motor can result in a risk of electrical shock.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, the cord should be grounded and be able to carry the
correct amperage. Use a short cord length, to avoid power loss and over-heating.
IMPORTANT:
For best protection of the lathe, if possible use a surge-protected plug outlet
rated to at least 10 amps.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The DC motor contains brushes that contact the commutator. It is very important to allow be-
tween 30 to 45 minutes of ‘run-in’ time of these brushes before any turning or significant load is
applied. This should be done in the higher rpm range. A clicking or swishing noise in the motor
is normal which will reduce as the brushes wear in.
During normal operation, 5 minutes of warm-up may also be required on cold weather days.
The motor is one of the most important elements in the lathe. The WL-14V Wood Lathe uses a
high quality and powerful DC motor to provide the best turning performance. It has been pre-
wired in such a way that it allows the lathe spindle to rotate in a counter-clockwise direction
when facing the spindle.
This lathe uses a Permanent Magnet DC Motor (PMDC) which produces the most torque for
conventional motors. The motor is nominally rated at 3/4 HP (550watts), however, it can
produce a higher output.
Belt and Variable Speed Range:
Coupled with the high torque DC motor, is the use of a 2-step pulley to provide optimum
power bands.
Speed Band
Type of Work
RPM Range
1
Slow speed:
Large faceplate and spindle work.
450~1800
2
Fast speed:
Small turning and miniature turning work.
900~3850
NOTE:
To maximise spindle torque, use the low spindle speed range for spindle speeds of
1800RPM or less
Page 11
Instructions Manual for WL-14V (W385)
11/08/2017
