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Direction of Lathe Rotation:
The “ON/OFF” toggle switch on the motor controller has three positions. “ON Forward”, “OFF” and “ON
Reverse”. To use the lathe, the switch must be in either of the two “ON” positions.
Changing Speeds:
When starting, set the Variable Speed Knob to about ¼ of the speed range and slowly increase the
speed to the desired RPM.
Starting the motor at the lowest possible setting may cause it to fail due to loading. However, the lowest
setting can be achieved by reducing the RPM once the motor is in motion.
Rapid RPM changes from low up to high speed are not recommended.
Changing Belt Positions:
1. To change the belt position,
ensure the machine is switched
“Off” and unplugged.
2. Unlock the Belt Guard by
unscrewing the guard lock knob
(or guard lock fastener in some
markets). Then lift the front of the
guard upward.
3. Free the motor by loosening
the Motor Lock Handle.
4. Lift the Motor Mount Handle
slightly to get the belt off of the
pulley. The motor adjustment
range (up/down) is approximately
3/4" (20mm).
5. Install the belt on the desired
step, top and bottom.
6. Tension the belt by pressing down on the Motor Mount Handle. Pressing down with 2 fingers or
the thumb will provide adequate pressure. Slightly higher pressure may be required for larger work.
Caution:
Too much pressure on the motor pulley will damage the motor bearings, break the belt or
motor shaft.
7. When the correct tension has been made and while holding the motor at the correct tension,
tighten the Motor Lock Handle.
Caution
: Don't use too much pressure on the Motor Lock Handle. - It needs to be tightened a little
more than finger tight.
8. Lower Belt Guard to the closed position and re-lock the Cover.
