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14” X 43” WOOD LATHE
Model
98676
WITH STAND
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................................3
GROUNDING ..............................................................................................7
EXTENSION CORDS ..................................................................................7
SYMBOLOGY .............................................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................8
UNPACKING ...............................................................................................9
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................9
WORK AREA SET UP ...............................................................................11
DEFINITION OF TERMS ...........................................................................11
ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................13
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................13
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...........................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................16
PARTS LIST ..............................................................................................17
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY ....................................17
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM .............................................................................18
WIRING DIAGRAM ...................................................................................19
WARRANTY INFORMATION ....................................................................19
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number
in the back of the manual (or month and
year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in
a safe and dry place for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling,
and all other information
provided with this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates
a hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used
with the safety
alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices
not related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without
the safety alert
symbol, is used to address
practices not related to
personal injury.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
WARNING Read all safety
warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the
warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool.
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Do not operate power tools in b.
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders c.
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety2.
Power tool plugs must match the a.
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with grounded power tools.
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Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with grounded b.
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain c.
or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never d.
use the cord to unplug the power
tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords in-
crease the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp e.
location is unavoidable, use a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of
a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Personal safety3.
Stay alert, watch what you are do-a.
ing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired
or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal
injury.
Use safety equipment. Always b.
wear ANSI-approved eye protection. Safety equipment such as
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator, full face shield, heavy-duty work
gloves, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
Remove any adjusting key or c.
wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper d.
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose e.
clothing or jewelry. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
If devices are provided for the con-f.
nection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use
of these devices can reduce dust-re-
lated hazards.
Power tool use and care4.
Do not force the power tool. Use a.
the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the b.
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the c.
power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the d.
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
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tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and f.
clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories g.
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
Service6.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualied repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
Lathe Safety Warnings
Maintain labels and nameplates on 1.
the Lathe. These carry important
safety information. If unreadable or
missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools
for a replacement.
Do not run the Lathe without its cov-2.
ers and guards in place.
Tighten all locks before operating.3.
Do not mount a split workpiece.4.
Use the lowest speed when starting a 5.
new workpiece.
Always stop the Lathe at its slow-6.
est speed. If the Lathe is run so fast
that it vibrates, there is a risk that the
workpiece will be thrown or the cutting tool jerked from your hands.
Always rotate the workpiece by hand 7.
before turning on the Lathe. If the
workpiece strikes the tool rest, it
could split and be thrown out of the
Lathe.
Do not allow cutting tools to bite into 8.
the workpiece. The wood could be
split or thrown from the Lathe.
Always position the tool rest above 9.
the centerline of the Lathe when
shaping a piece of stock.
Before attaching a workpiece to the 10.
faceplate, always rough it out to
make it as round as possible. This
minimizes the vibrations while the
piece is being turned. Always fasten
the workpiece securely to the faceplate. Failure to do so could result
in the workpiece being thrown away
from the Lathe.
Remove all loose knots in the work-11.
piece before mounting between the
centers or on the faceplate.
Position your hands so they will not 12.
slip onto the workpiece when the
Lathe is running.
Use a brush or compressed air to 13.
remove wood shavings; never your
hands. The wood shavings will be
sharp.
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Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare 14.
to begin work before turning on the
tool.
Do not reach across the Lathe while it 15.
is running.
Industrial applications must follow 16.
OSHA guidelines.
Do not use the Lathe if it is off-bal-17.
ance, or the workpiece is not properly
centered.
Only feed workpiece into a cutting 18.
tool against the direction of rotation.
The workpiece must always be rotating toward you.
Do not leave the tool unattended 19.
when it is plugged into an electrical
outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it
from its electrical outlet before leaving.
This product is not a toy. Keep it out 20.
of reach of children.
People with pacemakers should 21.
consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. In addition, people with
pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to
avoid electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock.
other construction activities, contains
chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and ce-
ment or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do
this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in
a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as
those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic
particles. (California Health & Safety
Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and in-23.
structions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the operator
that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the
operator.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Some dust created by power sand-22.
ing, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
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GROUNDING
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND DEATH FROM
INCORRECT GROUNDING
WIRE CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied
electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not
modify the power cord plug
provided with the tool. Never
remove the grounding prong
from the plug. Do not use the
tool if the power cord or plug
is damaged. If damaged, have
it repaired by a service facility
before use. If the plug will not
t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three
Prong Plugs
This product
uses a
3-prong plug.
3-Prong Plug and Outlet
1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and
three prong grounding plug. The
plug must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet. If the tool should
electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user, reducing the risk
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug
and Outlet.)
The grounding prong in the plug is 2.
connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system
in the tool. The green wire in the cord
must be the only wire connected to
the tool’s grounding system and must
never be attached to an electrically
“live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug
and Outlet.)
The tool must be plugged into an 3.
appropriate outlet, properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all
codes and ordinances. The plug and
outlet should look like those in the
preceding illustration. (See 3-Prong
Plug and Outlet.)
EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded1. tools require a three wire
extension cord. Double Insulated
tools can use either a two or three
wire extension cord.
As the distance from the supply outlet 2.
increases, you must use a heavier
gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized
wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.
(See Table A.) The smaller the
gauge number of the wire, the greater
the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a
higher current than a 16 gauge cord.
(See Table A.)
When using more than one exten-3.
sion cord to make up the total length,
make sure each cord contains at
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least the minimum wire size required.
(See Table A.)
SYMBOLOGY
If you are using one extension cord 4.
for more than one tool, add the
nameplate amperes and use the sum
to determine the required minimum
cord size. (See Table A.)
If you are using an extension cord 5.
outdoors, make sure it is marked with
the sufx “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor
use.
Make sure the extension cord is prop-6.
erly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by
a qualied electrician before using it.
Protect the extension cords from 7.
sharp objects, excessive heat, and
damp or wet areas.
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
V~
A
n0 xxxx/min.
Volts Alternating Current
Amperes
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
Requirements
Lathe Type Wood Cutting
120 V~ / 60 Hz
Power Cord: 18 AWG X 3C
9.6 No Load Amps
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
EXTENSION CORD
NAMEPLATE
LENGTH
AMPERES
(at full load)
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
TABLE A
25’
50’
75’
100’
* Based on limiting the line
voltage drop to ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
Motor 1.0 HP
Motor Speed 1720 RPM
Spindle Speeds
(RPM)
Spindle Taper MT-2
Spindle Thread 1” Diameter x 8 TPI x 7/8” Long
Headstock
Adjustments
150’
Tail Stock
Quill Travel
Tail Stock
Quill Taper
Tool Rest Travel 1-7/16”
Swing Over Bed 14-5/8”
Drive Method Belt & Pulley
Belt Type 0-625 V-Belt
Accessories
Net Weight 282.2 Pounds
670, 840, 1040, 1230, 1480, 1650, 1770,
2100, 2420, 2900
Rotates at 0°, 60°, 90°, 120°, 180°
2-7/16”
MT-2
3mm, 4mm, 6mm Hex Wrenches (1 ea.)
Dead Center (Qty. 1)
Faceplate (Qty. 1)
Flat Wrenches (Qty. 2)
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the cover of this manual as soon
as possible.
Place the Bed (38) assembly on the 2.
two Stand Legs (74, 78). Align the
mounting holes in the Bed assembly
with the mounting holes at the tops
of the two Stand Legs. Secure the
Bed assembly to the two Stand Legs
using eight Screws (69), eight Spring
Washers (75), and eight Nuts (33).
Then set the Headstock (1) upon the
Bed assembly. (See Figure A.)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch (71) of
the Lathe to its “OFF”
position and unplug the tool
from its electrical outlet
before assembling or making
any adjustments.
Note: For additional information regarding
the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near
the end of this manual.
NOTE: This product is very heavy 1.
(282.2 lb.). The following assembly
procedures will require at least two
additional personnel and a proper lifting device.
HEADSTOCK
(1)
BED
(38)
STAND LEGS
SCREWS (69)
SPRING WASHERS (75)
NUTS (33)
(74, 78)
FIGURE A
To attach the Faceplate (2), use the 3.
Push Out Rod (22) and Wrench (47)
to rmly thread the Faceplate onto
the Spindle (4). To attach a workpiece to the Faceplate, use the four
Flat Head Brass Wood Screws (83).
(See Figures B below, and C next
page.)
WRENCH
(47)
PUSH OUT ROD
(22)
HEADSTOCK
SPUR
(3)
FIGURE B
FACEPLATE
(2)
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To use the Headstock Spur (3) and 4.
FIGURE C
FACEPLATE
(2)
FLAT HEAD
BRASS
WOOD
SCREWS
(83)
WOODSTOCK
(NOT INCLUDED)
HEADSTOCK HOLE
PUSH OUT ROD
(22)
FIGURE E
TAILSTOCK
HOLE
TAILSTOCK
SPUR
(61)
To install the Headstock Spur (3) 4.
and Tailstock Spur (61), remove the
Faceplate (2) from the Headstock
Spindle (4) using the Push Out Rod
(22) and Wrench (47). Insert the
Headstock Spur into the Spindle hole.
then insert the Tailstock Spur into the
Tailstock hole. To remove either the
Headstock Spur or Tailstock Spur
insert the Push Out Rod into the hole
at the opposite end of the Headstock
or Tailstock. (See Figures D and E.)
WRENCH
(47)
PUSH OUT ROD
(22)
HEADSTOCK
SPUR
(3)
FIGURE D
FACEPLATE
(2)
FIGURE F
DIGITAL READOUT
(79)
SCREWS
(80)
6. The Lathe is now assembled.
(See Figure G.)
FIGURE G
To install the Digital Readout (79), 5.
use the two Screws (80).
(See Figure F.)
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WORK AREA SET UP
Designate a work area that is clean 1.
and well-lit. The work area must not
allow access by children or pets to
prevent injury and distraction.
holding a workpiece by mounting it
between the centers of the headstock
and the tailstock spindles.
Carriage: The assembly that moves
the tool rest along the ways.
The Lathe will need to be located on 2.
a surface capable of bearing the combined weight of the Lathe and intended workpieces. The surface must be
able to withstand the vibration generated by the Lathe during operation.
The Lathe must be completely level, 3.
left-to-right and front-to-back, or the
Lathe will not rotate properly and may
become damaged.
The unpainted surfaces are coated 4.
with a waxy oil to protect them from
corrosion during shipment. Remove
the coating with a solvent cleaner or
citrus-based degreaser. Avoid chlorine-based solvents since they will
damage the paint.
Route the power cord along a safe 5.
route to reach the work area without
creating a tripping hazard or exposing
the power cord to possible damage.
Center: A precision ground tapered cylinder with a pointed tip and
a Morse Taper shaft. Used in the
tailstock to support the end of long
workpieces. May also be used in the
headstock spindle to support work
between centers at both ends.
Center Drill: A short drill used to
form pilot holes and countersunk
holes.
Centerline: An imaginary line extending from the center of the spindle
through the center of the tailstock
ram, representing the central axis
of the lathe around which the work
rotates.
Compound: Movable platform where
the tool post is mounted; it can be set
at an angle to the workpiece (also
known as compound slide and compound rest).
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Apron: The front part of the carriage
assembly where the carriage handwheel is mounted.
Bed: Main supporting casting running the length of the lathe
Between Centers: A dimension
representing the maximum length
of a workpiece that can be turned
between centers. Also a method of
Compound Handwheel: The wheel
used to move the compound slide in
and out.
Cross Slide Handwheel: The wheel
used to move the cross slide in and
out (also called cross feed).
Faceplate: A metal plate with a at
face-mounted spindle to hold irregularly shaped work.
Facing: A lathe operation in which
wood is removed from the end of a
workpiece to create a smooth surface.
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Gib: An adjustable length of steel or
brass with a diamond shaped crosssection that engages one side of the
dovetail slide. Used to adjust the
dovetail for optimum tightness and to
compensate for wear.
Headstock: The main casting
mounted on the left end of the bed
where the spindle is mounted. Houses the spindle gears.
Tailstock Handwheel: Moves the
tailstock in and out. Has a tapered
internal bore to accept a #2 Morse
Taper shank.
Tool Post: A device mounted on the
compound that holds the cutting tool.
Turning: A lathe operation that removes wood from the outside diameter of the workpiece.
Morse Taper (MT): A taper of specic dimensions used to mate matching male and female parts together
tightly. The spindle has a #2 Morse
Taper (MT-2) and the tailstock has a
#2 Morse Taper (MT-2).
Saddle: An “H” shaped casting that
rides along the ways. A main component of the carriage.
Spindle: Main rotating shaft on
which the chuck is mounted. It passes through the headstock.
Spindle Through-hole: A dimension indicating the minimum diameter
of the hole that passes through the
spindle. A workpiece with a diameter
smaller than this can pass through
the spindle to work on longer pieces.
Swing: A dimension representing
the largest diameter workpiece that a
lathe can rotate. The 14” x 43” Lathe
has a 14-5/8” swing, meaning that the
maximum size workpiece that can rotate without hitting the bed is 14-5/8”
in diameter.
Tailstock: Assembly that slides
along the ways and can be locked in
place. Used to hold long workpieces
in place or to mount a drill chuck.
Ways: Surface along the top of the
bed on which the saddle rides. The
ways are aligned with the centerline
of the lathe.
ADJUSTMENTS
The Headstock (1) has 1. ve preset
positions:
0°• setting for all spindle turning ap-
plications.
60°, 90°, and 120°• for use when
making Faceplate turnings.
180°• for use when making Face-
plate turnings when using the Extension Bed and Toolrest.
To set the Headstock (1) at the de-2.
sired position, turn the Angular Setting Assembly (45) until you have
completed at least one rotation.
Pull out the Eccentric Rod (25). Ro-3.
tate the entire Headstock (1) clockwise to the desired position. The
Headstock will be locked in position
when it “clicks” into one of the ve
preset settings. Then retighten the
Angular Setting Assembly (45).
(See Figure H.)
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FIGURE H
ECCENTRIC
ROD
(25)
ANGULAR
SETTING
ASSY.
(45)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Lathe features a yellow Safety 1.
Switch on the Power Switch (71) to
prevent unauthorized use. To turn
the Lathe on, plug the Power Cord
(76) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.
Insert the Safety Switch into the 2.
Power Switch. Move the Power
Switch to the “ON” position. To turn
the Lathe off, move the Power Switch
to the “OFF” position. To lock the
Power Switch in the “OFF” position,
remove the Safety Switch and store it
in a safe location. (See Figure I.)
FIGURE I
POWER SWITCH (71)
3. The Motor (13) of the Lathe must
be running before you can use the
Speed Control Lever (48-4).
The Speed Control Lever (48-4) can 4.
be turned to one of the ten xed
speeds (670, 840, 1040, 1230, 1480,
1650, 1770, 2100, 2420, 2900 RPM).
To set the speed, pull back on the 5.
Speed Control Lever (48-4) and ro-
tate the Lever to the next xed speed.
Use the Speed Label (49) to choose
the desired Lathe speed.
Turn the Speed Control Lever (48-4) 6.
clockwise to increase the speed, and
turn the Lever counterclockwise to
decrease the speed.
You must move the Speed Control 7.
Lever (48-4) to the lowest speed setting before turning the Power Switch
(71) off. Otherwise, damage to the
Lathe may occur.
(See Figures J and K.)
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TAILSTOCK SPINDLE (62)
SPEED CONTROL
LEVER
(48-4)
FIGURE J
FIGURE K
SPEED LABEL
(49)
Loosen the Tailstock Lock Handle 8.
(59) to move the Tailstock (65). Push
the Tailstock to the desired position
on the Bed (38). Then retighten the
Tailstock Lock Handle to lock the Tailstock in position. (See Figure L.)
The Tailstock Spindle (62) can extend 9.
up to 2-7/16” from the Tailstock (65)
housing. You can move the Tailstock
Spindle (62) by loosening the Handle
Assembly (64) and then turning the
Handle Wheel (67). Make sure to
retighten the Handle Assembly prior
to turning on the Lathe.
(See Figure L.)
HANDLE ASSY.
HANDLE
WHEEL
(67)
TAILSTOCK LOCK HANDLE
(64)
(59)
FIGURE L
The Tool Rest (60) can be used with 11.
or without the Extension Tool Rest
(58). (See Figure M, next page.)
To move the Tool Rest Body (56), 12.
loosen the Handle Assembly (57),
and move the Body to the left or right
and back or forth. Then retighten the
Handle Assembly when the Tool Rest
Body is in the desired position.
(See Figure M, next page.)
When using the Extension Tool Rest 13.
(58), make the necessary adjustments using the two Handle Assemblies (57) to position the Tool Rest
(60). (See Figure M, next page.)
Tighten the Handle Assemblies (57) 14.
and make sure there is adequate
clearance between the workpiece and
the Tool Rest assembly before turning
on the Lathe.
(See Figure M, next page.)
The Tailstock Spindle (62) is hollow 10.
and can be accessed from the Handle Wheel (67) end. Use the Push
Out Rod (22) to remove the center
cup or to drill holes through the center
of a workpiece. (See Figure L.)
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TOOL REST (60)
EXTENSION TOOL REST
(58)
TOOL
REST
BODY
(56)
HANDLE ASSY.
(57)
HANDLE ASSY.
HANDLE ASSY.
FIGURE M
(57)
(57)
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Turn the Power Switch (71) of
the Lathe to its “OFF” position
and unplug the tool from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
15. The Tool Rest (60) can also be repositioned to the Extension Tool Rest
(58) for use on outboard turnings.
(See Figure N.)
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Tool 16.
Rest (60) is adjusted as close to the
workpiece as possible. Rotate the
workpiece by hand to check clearance before turning on the Lathe.
TOOL REST (60)
EXTENSION
TOOL REST
(58)
FIGURE N
TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged
equipment. If abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before
further use.
BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the gen-1.
eral condition of the Lathe. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding
of moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and
any other condition that may affect its
safe operation.
AFTER USE,2. clean external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth.
DAILY, lubricate all external moving 3.
parts with ISO 68 or SAE 20W oil.
Lubricate the Tailstock oiling point ev-4.
ery ve uses, or once per week if used
MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
frequently.
5. WARNING! If the Power Cord (76)
of this Lathe is damaged, it must be
Procedures not specically
explained in this manual
replaced only by a qualied service
technician.
must be performed only by a
qualied technician.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Quality of cut is poor. Cutting tool is above workpiece 1.
Excessive vibration when turning
thin workpieces.
Excessive vibration when turning
larger workpieces or bowls.
Lathe will not turn on. Speed control lever not in its 1.
Lathe will not turn off. Damaged or faulty power switch 1.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the Lathe.
center line.
Lathe speed too slow.2.
Cutting tool is dull.3.
Cutting too aggressively.4.
Cutting too aggressively.1. Use a lighter touch.1.
Headstock and/or tailstock 1.
improperly located at ends of
workpiece.
Workpiece is unbalanced.2.
lowest speed setting.
Electrical outlet not working or is 2.
of wrong voltage.
Blown fuse or tripped circuit 3.
breaker.
and/or internal wiring.
Lower cutting tool to center line 1.
of workpiece.
Increase lathe speed.2.
Sharpen or replace cutting tool.3.
Use a lighter touch.4.
Check for proper workpiece 1.
centers.
Cut off stock until workpiece is 2.
balanced.
Make sure speed control lever 1.
is turned to its lowest speed
setting.
Make sure lathe is plugged into 2.
a working, 120 volt, grounded,
electrical outlet.
Replace fuse or reset circuit 3.
breaker.
Unplug the lathe from its 1.
electrical outlet immediately.
Do not operate lathe until it is
repaired by a qualied service
technician.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES
ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS
OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF
HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT
OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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PARTS LIST
NO. DESCRIPTION Q’TY
1 HEADSTOCK 1
2 FACEPLATE 1
3 HEADSTOCK SPUR 1
4 SPINDLE 1
5 KEY 1
6 BEARING 2
7 "C"RING 2
8 SPRING 1
9 BRACKET-SHIFTING LEVER 1
10 "C"RING 1
11 "C"RING 1
12 "C"RING 1
13 MOTOR 1
14 KEY 1
15 SCREW 1
16 COVER-MOTOR 1
17 PULLEY-MOTOR(RIGHT) 1
18 PULLEY-MOTOR(LEFT) 1
19 SPRING 1
20 SLEEVE 1
21 "C"RING 2
22 PUSH-OUT ROD 1
23 KNOB 2
24 "C"RING 3
25 ECCENTRIC ROD 1
26 SCREW 1
27 "C"RING 1
28 PULLEY-SPINDLE(LEFT) 1
29 V-BELT 1
30 PULLEY-SPINDLE(RIGHT) 1
31 BEARING 1
32 NUT-LOCK 1
33 NUT 9
34 CLAMP 2
35 NUT M4 2
36 "C"RING 1
37 TURNING BASE 1
38 BED 1
39 BAFFLE 2
40 SCREW 4
41 HEX WRENCH 4
42 BOLT-A 1
43 CLAMP-A 1
44 HEX NUT 3
45 ANGULAR SETTING ASSEMBLY 1
46 SCREW 2
NO. DESCRIPTION Q’TY
47 WRENCH 1
48 GEAR ASSEMBLY 1
48-1 SPRING BASE 1
48-2 KNOB 1
48-3 BOLT 1
48-4 SPEED CONTROL LEVER 1
48-5 SPRING--A 1
48-6 SCREW 1
48-7 PIN 1
48-8 SPRING--B 1
48-9 PLATE 1
48-10 GEAR 1
49 SPEED LABEL 1
50 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1
51 HEX SCREW 3
52 BACK 1
53 BOLT-B 2
54 CLAMP-B 2
55 ECCENTRIC ROD 1
56 TOOL REST BODY 1
57 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 2
58 EXTENSION TOOL REST 1
59 LOCK HANDLE-TAILSTOCK 1
60 TOOL REST 1
61 TAILSTOCK SPUR 1
62 TAILSTOCK SPINDLE 1
63 TAIL STOCK SCREW 1
64 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1
65 TAILSTOCK 1
66 WASHER 1
67 HANDLE WHEEL 1
68 SCREW 1
69 SCREW 1
70 SWITCH BOX 1
71 SWITCH 1
73 SCREW 2
74 STAND LEG--I 1
75 SPRING WASHER 8
76 POWER CORD 1
77 MOTOR POWER WIRE 1
78 STAND LEG--II 1
79 DIGITAL READOUT 1
80 SCREW 2
81 SCREW 2
82 BASE 1
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
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WIRING DIAGRAM
DIGITAL READOUT
SWITCH
L
N
PE
SPINDLE SPEED SENSOR
MOTOR
LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped), and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects
in materials and workmanship. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of
one year from date of purchase, that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects
in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or
accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We
shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special
or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the mer-
chandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election
or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the
defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning
the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as
replacement parts.
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