Use and Care Manual

SPECIFIC RULES FOR WOOD LATHES
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1. This lathe is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not
familiar with the proper and safe operation of a lathe, do not use it until proper training and knowledge have been
acquired.
2. Always wear ANSI Z87.1-approved eye protection and a face shield/dust mask when using the lathe.
3. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in the spinning tool.
4. Select the right tool for your task at hand. Make sure all tools, chisels and accessories are sharp before using
them. Do not use dull or damaged tools.
5. Select the appropriate speed for the task. Use slower speeds when starting on a workpiece. Allow the lathe to
ramp up to the operating speed before engaging carving tools.
6. Check the workpiece carefully for splits, knots, nails, or other obstructions. These types of blemishes may cause
a safety hazards during turning.
7. If gluing up a workpiece for turning, always use a high quality glue that meets the needs of the particular work-
piece to prevent the workpiece from falling off during operation.
8. Rough cut the workpiece as close as possible to the finished shape before mounting it on the lathe.
9. Securely fasten the workpiece to the faceplate prior to faceplate turning. Use the appropriate size faceplate
to properly support the workpiece. Do not let the screw fasteners interfere with the turning tool at the finished
dimension of the workpiece.
10. When turning between centers, make sure the headstock and tailstock are tight and snug against the work-
piece.
11. Never drive the workpiece into the spur center while the spur center is in the headstock. Set the drive center
into the work piece with a soft mallet prior to installing it on the headstock.
12. Rotate the workpiece by hand to check clearance with the tool rest before turning the machine on.
13. Make sure the spindle lock is DISENGAGED before starting the lathe. Never start the lathe with the spindle
lock in the locked position.
13. Never apply coolants, water, or other liquids to a spinning workpiece.
14. Never stop a rotating workpiece with your hand.
15. Turn off the machine before changing the spindle rotationg direction.
15. Turn off and unplug the machine before doing any cleaning or maintenance. Use a brush or compressed air to
remove chips or debris. Never use your hands to remove excess material and debris.