Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 10x15-inch Woodworking Lathe Models JWL-1015, JWL-1015VS model JWL-1015VS shown WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.com Part No. M-719100 Revision A 07/2013 Copyright © 2013 Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc.
1.0 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.
2.0 Table of contents Section Page 1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2 2.0 Table of contents............................................................................................................................................ 3 3.0 Safety warnings...................................................................................................................................
9. 10. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply. 3.0 Safety warnings 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.
25. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris — do not use your hands. 31. Adjust tool rest to proper height and position for the work. Rotate the workpiece by hand to check clearance with the tool rest before turning on the machine. 26. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over. 32. Select the appropriate speed for the turning job at hand. Start at low speed and allow the Lathe to ramp up to operating speed. 27.
5.0 Features and nomenclature – JWL-1015/1015VS lathes Figure 1: Variable speed model shown 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Headstock Headstock handwheel Index pin Speed chart Upper pulley access door Spindle pulley Spur center Tool Rest Tailstock lock handle Tailstock quill lock handle Tailstock handwheel Tailstock 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.
6.0 Specifications Model number .................................................................... JWL-1015 ............................................. JWL-1015VS Stock number .......................................................................... 719100 ....................................................... 719110 Motor and electricals: Motor type .....induction, totally enclosed fan cooled, capacitor start ................................................ brushed DC Horsepower .....................
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7.0 Setup and assembly 7.2 Mounting lathe to stand/table Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Lathe is assembled and running properly. For effective and safe operation, the lathe must be mounted to the optional stand (see section 14.0) or a work table, using the four threaded holes in its base (5/16-18 UNC threads). See section 6.
To remove spur center (Figure 6): time-delay fuse. Local codes take precedence over recommendations. Hold spur center to prevent it falling. (Use a rag to protect your hand from the sharp edges). Insert knockout rod through spindle hole and tap out spur center. 8.1 Grounding instructions 1. All Grounded, Cord-connected Tools: 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.
9.1 Tool rest Refer to Figure 9. The tool rest assembly is designed to allow adjustment for height, position on the bed, and angle to the work. Loosen locking handle (A) on tool rest base by turning it upward. This allows you to slide base forward or back, and to angle it to the bed. Tighten locking handle firmly before operating lathe. Loosen small handle (B) to raise or lower tool rest and angle it to the work. Tighten handle before operating lathe.
The chart is also affixed to the inside of pulley access door. Figure 13: step pulley chart Figure 10 9.3.3 Adjusting belt position The clamping system has been properly adjusted by the manufacturer. If in the future it does not properly lock tailstock in position, remove tailstock from bed, and turn it over. Adjust cam lock nut (Figure 11) as needed. Refer to Figures 14 and 15. To move belt to a different pulley: 1. Open upper and lower pulley access doors (Figure 14). Figure 11 Figure 14 9.
LED displays red due to overloading, push and pull switch to restart. [JWL-1015VS only] 9.4 Index pin Refer to Figure 16. Indexing is used to create evenly spaced features in a work piece, while keeping the lathe spindle locked; for example, when cutting flutes on a spindle blank with a hand-held router, while the spindle blank is secured between lathe centers. Do not start lathe at maximum speed. Start at lowest speed within that range and gradually increase to full speed.
11.2 Turning Tools For safety and best performance, keep tools sharp. If a tool stops cutting or requires excessive pressure to make a cut, it needs to be sharpened. A number of brand name sharpening jigs and fixtures are available; however, a woodturner should learn to sharpen tools freehand. If possible, select only quality, high-speed steel turning tools. High-speed steel tools hold an edge and last longer than ordinary carbon steel.
Put a dimple in the stock with an awl or nail, or use a spring-loaded automatic center punch. 2. 8. Advance the tailstock spindle with the handwheel in order to seat the live center into the workpiece. Use enough pressure to secure the workpiece between the centers so that it won’t fly off, but do not use excessive pressure. 9. Tighten the spindle locking handle.
Always cut down-hill, or from large diameter to small diameter. Always work toward the end of a work-piece, never start cutting at the end. Figure 24 2. Move the tool over the desired width of the cove. 3. With the flute facing the opposite direction, repeat step 1 for other side of cove. Stop at bottom of cut. Figure 23 5. 6. Once the workpiece is roughed down to a cylinder, smooth it with a large skew.
Parting Off 1. Use parting tool. 2. Adjust lathe speed to lower RPM for parting through a workpiece. 3. Place tool on tool support and raise the handle until it starts to cut and continue to cut toward the center of the workpiece. 4. Loosely hold on to the piece in one hand as it separates from the waste wood. 6. Glue the block to the workpiece. Avoid using brown paper or newspaper between the waste block and workpiece.
Checks and Cracks Green wood will check and crack. For best results, leave logs in as long a length as you can handle. As the material starts to dry, surface cracks will develop on the ends of the log. Cut off two to three inches and you should find good, sound wood. Also cut the log in half along the pith to avoid having it in the finished piece. Most checks radiate from the pith. As you turn bowls from green wood, make sure you maintain a consistent wall thickness throughout the piece.
and pointed toward the four o'clock position, as shown in Figure 28. 3. Remove sanding dust with tack rags or compressed air and, with lathe turned off, apply first coat of finish. Let stand for several minutes, wipe off excess. Allow to dry before sanding again with 320 or 400 grit sandpaper. 4. Turn lathe back on and continue the separation cut almost all the way through the base. Stop at about 3" and use a small fine tooth saw to separate the bowl from the waste.
Never use a steel face hammer directly against the spindle. Figure 29 12.3 Belt replacement Figure 31 Refer to Figures 30 through 32. 1. Disconnect lathe from power. 2. Open pulley access doors. 3. Release belt tension and remove belt from around lower pulley. 4. Remove spur center and faceplate. 5. Back out both set screws (A) in handwheel with 3mm hex key. (You do not have to remove them.) 6. Unscrew handwheel from spindle. (Note: Lefthand threads; turn clockwise to remove.) 7.
13.0 Recommended Lathe Speeds (per diameter of workpiece) Diameter of Work Roughing RPM General Cutting RPM Finishing RPM Under 2” 1520 3000 3000 2” to 4” 760 1600 2480 4” to 6” 510 1080 1650 6” to 8” 380 810 1240 8” to 10” 300 650 1000 Table 2 14.0 Troubleshooting the JWL-1015/1015VS Lathes Table 3 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor fails to develop full power Power line overloaded Correct overload condition Undersized wires in power supply system.
15.0 Optional accessories These accessory items, purchased separately, can enhance the functionality of your lathe. Contact your dealer to order, or call Walter Meier at the phone number on the cover.
16.0 Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1800-274-6848 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. 16.1.
16.1.2 JWL-1015 Lathe – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. JWL1015-HA ............. Headstock Assembly (includes #3 thru #20) ........... ...................................... 1 1 ................ JML-2 ........................ Faceplate ................................................................. 3” ................................... 1 2 ................ JML-3 ........................ Spur Center ............................................................. MT2 .
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 55 .............. JWL1221VS-223 ....... Handwheel .............................................................. ...................................... 1 56 .............. JML-63 ...................... C-Ring...................................................................... STW-10......................... 1 57 .............. TS-0680031 .............. Flat Washer ............................................................. 5/16” ..............................
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16.2.2 JWL-1015VS Lathe – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. JWL1015VS-HA ........ Headstock Assembly (includes #1 thru #20) ........... ...................................... 1 1 ................ JML-2 ........................ Faceplate ................................................................. 3” ................................... 1 2 ................ JML-3 ........................ Spur Center ............................................................. MT2 ..
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 55 .............. JWL1221VS-223 ....... Handwheel .............................................................. ...................................... 1 56 .............. JML-63 ...................... C-Ring...................................................................... STW-10......................... 1 57 .............. TS-0680031 .............. Flat Washer ............................................................. 5/16” ..............................
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