5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Warning!
Remove the plug before carrying out any
adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
9.1 CHANGING SPEED – FIG. 4
The machine has to be running to enable the wood
lathe to change speed.
With the machine running turn the variable speed
dial (3) to the desired speed.
The speed is infinitely variable.
9.2 MOVING THE TAILSTOCK – FIG. 5
To slide the tailstock along the bed, loosen lever
(10.1).
Once set in position, lock in place by tightening
lever.
To move live spur in and out with the barrel, loosen
locking tailstock bolt (9) and rotate tail spur
adjustment knob (11).
Once the position is set, lock in place using locking
tailstock bolt (9).
9.3 ADJUSTING THE TOOL REST –
FIG. 6
To move the tool rest along the bed, slide it back
and forth or rotate, loosen locking handle (13).
To angle or change the height of the tool rest (14)
loosen tool rest locking bolt (12).
This set up with the tool rest will provide for most of
your needs.
11.1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Note: Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified person.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Motor will not run. Fuse blown.
Defective on/off switch.
Defective switch cord.
Burned out motor.
Remove plug from power
supply and replace fuse.
Replace defective parts
before using lathe again.
Any attempt to repair this
motor may cause a hazard
unless the repair is done by a
qualified service technician.
Headstock loose on bed. Locking handle not tight. Tighten locking handle.
Wood burns at tailstock end. Live centre too tight or not
lubricated.
Back of tailstock barrel
and lubricate live centre.
See Basic Lathe Operation
“Spindle Turning”
