This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 12” x 36” Woodworking Lathe Model JWL-1236 WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.com Part No. M-708352 Revision G2 07/2012 Copyright © 2012 Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc.
Warranty and Service Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET® tools.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service .............................................................................................................................. 2 Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................... 3 Warning................................................................................................................................................... 4 Introduction .....................
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This lathe is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
24. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease. Remove loose items and unnecessary workpieces from the area before starting the machine. 25. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Specifications Model Number ......................................................................................................................................... JWL-1236 Stock Number ............................................................................................................................................. 708352 Motor .................................................................................. TEFC, 3/4HP, 1PH, 115V Only, 60Hz, 8A, 1720 RPM Switch................................
Grounding Instructions This tool must be grounded while in use to prevent electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
On-Off Switch Padlock Stock No. 709012-A To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and to avoid accidental starting by young children, the use of a padlock is highly recommended. A padlock, stock no. 709012-A, is available from your local authorized JET distributor or by calling Walter Meier (Manufacturing) at 800-274-6848. To lock out an on-off switch: 1. Open the padlock. See Figure A. 2. Insert through holes in the start button. See Figure B. 3. Close the padlock. 4.
Uncrating and Clean-Up Note: Uncrating and assembly will require two people due to the machine’s size and weight. 1. Finish removing contents from the shipping crate. Be sure to check crate thoroughly for any parts not found on initial unpacking. 2. Inspect contents for shipping damage and report any damage to your distributor. 3. Clean all protected parts with kerosene. Do not use gasoline, paint thinner, or any other cellulose-based solvent. These will damage painted surfaces and melt plastic.
Assembly Note: Assemble stand completely and mount bed to stand before tightening all nuts. Hand tighten only during this part of the assembly process. Referring to Figure 1: 1. Attach a stand top (A) to a stand leg (B) with three 5/16”x1” carriage bolts (C), three 5/16” flat washers (D), three 5/16” lock washers (E), and three 5/16" hex nuts (F). Stand top must be placed inside stand leg. 2. Attach second stand leg to assembly in the same manner. previous 3.
8. Align holes on bed with those in the stand top and fasten with eight hex socket cap screws (5/16"x1"), eight lock washers (5/16"), and eight nuts (5/16") supplied. Note: Two larger hex socket cap screws and washers will be used later to attach the bed extension to the bed. 9. Tighten eight hex socket cap screws with a hex wrench. 10. Tighten all stand hardware making sure it is stable on the shop floor. 11.
Tailstock Handwheel (A, Fig. 5) - turn clockwise to move tailstock spindle forward. Turn counter-clockwise to retract tailstock spindle. Tailstock Spindle Lock (B, Fig. 5) - locks tailstock spindle. Release to adjust handwheel. Tailstock Lock (C, Fig. 5) - locks tailstock in position on the bed. Release to move tailstock assembly closer to or farther from the headstock. Nomenclature and Use Figure 5 Spur Center (A, Figure 6) – Locks into headstock and holds the workpiece during spindle turning.
Operation Use supplied face shield or similar protection during all operations! Failure to comply may cause serious injury! Before attempting work on regular stock, use scrap material to get a feel for the machine. Lathe Tools Most turning is accomplished with special woodworking chisels. They are available individually or in sets. Below is a list of eight of the most popular types of chisels: 5/16", 1/2", and 1" Gouge - a round nose, hollow chisel for roughing and cove cutting.
Mounting the Work Move the tailstock to approximately 1 to 1-1/2" from the end of the work piece and lock in position. Turn the tailstock handwheel until the center makes contact with the work piece. Continue to turn the hand wheel and slowly rotate the work piece by hand. After the work piece becomes difficult to turn by hand, reverse the hand wheel approximately one quarter turn and lock the tailstock spindle (Figure 10).
Using the Parting Tool The parting tool is a scraping tool and is simply pushed into the work piece. A better cutting action is obtained by starting the cut with the handle low and gradually raising it as the cut gets deeper. If the cut is over 3/8" deep, a clearance cut should be made alongside the first cut to avoid burning the chisel point. Face Plate Turning Work that cannot be turned between centers must be attached to and turned on a face plate.
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JWL-1236 Parts List To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.waltermeier.com). Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1............... JWL1236-01W .........Headstock ............................................................................................. 1 2...............
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 39 ............. JWL1236-39 ............Tool Rest Body ...................................................3/4" ............................ 1 ................. JWL1236-39A ..........Tool Rest Body (after serial #205000) .................1" ............................... 1 40 ............. JWL1236-40 ............Eccentric Rod ........................................................................................ 1 41 ............. JWL1236-26 ............C-Clip ..
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WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.
