JET warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please
contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday.
Warranty Period
The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official
JET branded website.
• JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product. (See chart below)
• Accessories carry a limited warranty of one year from the date of receipt.
• Consumable items are defined as expendable parts or accessories expected to become inoperable within a
reasonable amount of use and are covered by a 90 day limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.
Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of delivery.
What is Co vered
This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the limitations stated below. This warranty
does not cover failures due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear,
improper repair, alterations or lack of maintenance. JET woodworking machinery is designed to be used with Wood.
Use of thes e machines i n the pr ocess i ng of m etal, plastics, or other m aterials m ay void the warranty. The except ions
are acrylics and other natural items that are made specifically for wood turning.
Warranty Limitations
Woodworking products with a Five Year Warranty that are used for commercial or industrial purposes default to a
Two Year Warranty. Please contact Technical Service at 1-800-274-6846 for further clarification.
How to Get Technical Support
Please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846. Please note that you will be asked to provide pr o of
of initia l p u rch a s e whe n calling. If a product requires further inspection, the Technical Service representative will
explain and assist with any additional action needed. JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the
United States. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6846 or use the Service
Center Locator on the JET website.
More Information
JET is constantly adding new products. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local distributor
or visit the JET website.
How State Law Appli es
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, subject to applicable state law.
Limitations on This Warranty
JET LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT.
EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
JET 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
PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
JET sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in JET printed materials and on official JET website are
given as general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice,
those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason
whatsoever. JET
Product Listing with Warranty Period
90 Days – Parts; Consumable items; Light-Duty Air Tools
1 Year – Motors; Machine Accessories; Heavy-Duty Air Tools; Pro-Duty Air Tools
2 Year – Metalworking Machinery; Electric Hoists, Electric Hoist Accessories; Woodworking Machinery used
for industrial or commercial purposes
5 Year – Woodworking Machinery
Limited Lifetime – JET Parallel clamps; VOLT Series Electric Hoists; Manual Hoists; Manual Hoist
Accessories; Shop Tools; Warehouse & Dock products; Hand Tools
NOTE: JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries,
Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the JET brand.
®
branded products are not sold in Canada by JPW Industries, Inc.
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2.0 Table of contents
Section Page
1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.0 Table of contents ............................................................................................................................................ 3
4.0 About this manual .......................................................................................................................................... 5
5.0 Features and nomenclature – JWL-1221VS lathe ......................................................................................... 6
7.4 Installing/removing face plate ..................................................................................................................... 9
7.5 Installing/removing spur cen ter ................................................................................................................ 10
7.6 Installing/removing live center .................................................................................................................. 10
9.4 Index pin ................................................................................................................................................... 13
12.1 General maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 19
12.2 Motor Brushes ........................................................................................................................................ 20
12.3 Belt replacement .................................................................................................................................... 20
13.0 Recommended Lathe Speeds (per diameter of workpiece) ....................................................................... 21
15.0 Troubleshooting the JWL-1221VS Lathe ................................................................................................... 23
16.0 Replacement Parts ..................................................................................................................................... 24
16.1.1 Bed Assembly – Exploded View .......................................................................................................... 25
16.1.2 Bed Assembly – Parts List .................................................................................................................. 26
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 lat he is designed and intended f or use by
properly trained and experienced personnel
only. If you ar e not fa miliar w ith the p r o per a nd
safe operation of a lathe, do not use until
proper training and knowledge have been
obtained.
5. Do not us e this lathe for other than its intended
use. Do not turn materials other than wood on
this lathe. If used for other purposes, JET
disclaims any real or implied warranty and
hold s itself harmles s from a ny injury t hat may
result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face
shields while using this lathe. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;
they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this lathe, remove tie, rings,
watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up
past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing
and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or
anti-skid floor strips are recom mended. Do not
wear gloves.
8. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contain chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead based paint.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and
other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure 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 face or dust masks
that are specifically designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
9. Do not operate this machine while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.
10. Make certai n the switch is in t he OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power
supply.
11. Make certain the machine is properly
grounded.
12. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance
with machine unplugged from power source.
13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the
machine before turning it on.
14. Keep safety guards in place at all times when
the machine is in use. If removed for
maintenance purposes, use extreme caution
and replace the guards immediately after
completion of maintenance.
15. 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. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
16. Provide for adequate space surrounding work
area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
17. Keep the floor around the machine clean and
free of scrap material, oil and grease.
18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work
area. Keep children away.
19. Make your workshop child proof w ith padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
20. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and “horseplay” are careless acts that can result in
serious injury.
21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that
you do not fall into the spindle or other moving
parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force
to perform any machine operation.
22. Use the right tool at the correct speed and
feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed. The
right tool will do the job b etter an d more safely.
23. Use recommended accessories; improper
accessories may be hazardous.
24. Maintain tools with care. Keep turning c hisels
sharp and clean for the best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
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25. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a
brush or compressed air to remove chips or
debris — do not use your hands.
26. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury
could occur if the machine tips over.
27. Never leave the machine running unattended.
Turn the power off and do not leave the
machine until it comes to a complete stop.
28. Remove loose items and unnecessary work
pieces from the area before starting the
machine.
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.
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.
33. Never apply coolants or water to a spinning
workpiece.
34. Never stop a rotating workpiece with your
hand.
29. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet location, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted.
30. Check the workpiece carefully for sp lits, knots
or other obstructions which may cause a
safety risk while turning.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible
machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even
death.
35. If gluing up a workpiece, always use a highquality glue of the type necessary for that
particular workpiece.
4.0 About this manual
This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model
JWL-1221VS Lathe. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating
procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed
to provide consistent, long-term operation if used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this
document.
This manual is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to lathe operational methods, use of accessories, choice
of stock, etc. Additional knowledge can be obtained from experienced users or trade articles. Whatever
accepted methods are used, always make personal safety a priority.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our
web site: www.jettools.com.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attem pting assembly
or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
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5.0 Features and nomenclature – JWL-1221VS lathe
1. Spindle handwheel
2. Index pin
3. Speed chart
4. Upper pulley access door
5. Headstock
6. Bed
7. Live center
8. Tailstock
9. Tailstock handwheel
10. DC motor
11. Warning label
12. Lower pulley access door
13. Tool caddy
Figure 1
14. Faceplate
15. Spur center
16. Tool rest
17. Tool rest lo cking hand le
18. Quill loc k i ng handle
19. Tailstock locking handle
20. Variable speed dial (potentiometer)
21. On/off switch with safety key
22. Forward/reverse switch
23. RPM digital readout
24. Tool rest base
25. Tool rest base locking handle
26. Belt tension release lever
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6.0 Specifications – JWL-1221VS lathe
Model number .................................................................................................................................... JWL-1221VS
Stock number .............................................................................................................................................. 719200
Motor and electricals:
Motor type ........................................................................................................................................... 120V DC
Horsepower ................................................................................................................................................ 1 HP
Phase ........................................................................................................................................................ single
Voltage ............................................................................................................................................... 115V only
Listed FLA (full load amps) ........................................................................................................................... 6 A
Power transfer .............................................................................................................................................. belt
On/off switch .......................................................................................................... paddle style with safety key
Power cord length .......................................................................................................................... 6 ft. (183cm)
Power plug installed ..................................................................................................................................... yes
Recommended circuit size
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subject to local/national electrical codes.
Capacities:
Swing over bed ......................................................................................................................... 12.5” (318 mm)
Swing over tool rest base .......................................................................................................... 9.45” (240 mm)
Distance between centers ......................................................................................................... 20.5” (520 mm)
Number of spin dle speed ranges ..................................................................................................................... 3
Number of indexing positions ......................................................................................................................... 24
Bed ....................................................................................................................................................... cast iron
Headstock ............................................................................................................................. cast iron and steel
Tailstock ................................................................................................................................ cast iron and steel
Tool support ......................................................................................................................................... cast iron
Tool support base ................................................................................................................................ cas t iron
Dimensions:
Bed width ................................................................................................................................. 6-5/8” (168 mm)
Height, floor to spindle centerline ............................................................................................ 14.75” (375 mm)
Stand footprint .................................................................................................. 30-1/2”L x 9”W (775 x 229 mm)
Tool support post diameter ........................................................................................................ 5/8” (15.9 mm)
Overall dimensions, assembled ................................................ 33.6”L x 11”W x 17.7”H (853 x 280 x 450 mm)
Overall dimensions of shipping carton ............................. 35.82”L x 14.56”W x 21.25”H (910 x 370 x 540 mm)
Weights:
Net........................................................................................................................................... 55 kg (121.25 lb)
Shipping .................................................................................................................................. 62 kg (136.69 lb)
The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous
improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without
incurring obligations.
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 a nd
running properly.
Compare the contents of your container with the
following parts list to make sure all parts are intact.
Missing parts, if any, should be reported to your
distributor. Read the instruction manual thoroughly
for assembly, maintenance and safety ins tructions.
7.1 Shipping contents
Carton contents(see Figure 3)
1 Lathe
1 Live center – A
1 Spur center – B
1 Spindle Wrench – C
1 Knockout rod – D
2 Tool caddies – E
4 Button head screws, 5/16 x 1/2 – F
2 Tool Supports, 6” and 10” – G
1 Face Plate, 3” – H
1 Owner’s manual
1 Warranty card
Tools required for assembly:
3/16” hex key (“Allen” wrench)
Exposed metal areas of the lathe, such as bed,
spindle and quill, have been f actory coated with a
protectant. This should be removed with a soft
cloth and a cleaner-degreaser. Clean the bed
areas under the headstock, tailstock and tool
support base. Do not use an abra sive pad, and do
not allow solvents to contact painted or plastic
areas.
7.2 Mounting lathe to stand/table
For effective and safe operation, t he 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 6.1 for
correct spacing of the holes to be drilled in the
worktable.
7.3 Installing tool caddies
Referring to Figure 4:
1. Mount a tool caddy to each end of lathe with
two 5/16 x 1/2 button head screws.
Figure 4
7.4 Installing/removing face plate
Referring to Figure 5:
1. Make sure the two setscrews in the faceplate
have been backed out (3 mm hex key).
2. Push in spindle lock (A) and rotate spindle
using handwheel, until spindle lock engages.
Continue holding spindle lock in place.
3. Mount face plate by screwing it clockwise as
far as it will go onto spindle thr eads.
4. Tighten the two set screws (B).
5. Release spindle lock.
If you will be operating lathe
Figure 3
in reverse, make sure both setscrews in
faceplate (or chuck, or other accessory) are
tight. Failure to comply can cause t he faceplate
to loosen, and may result in serious injury.
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Figure 5
To remove faceplate:
6. Bac k out both set screws (B, Figure 5) i n the
faceplate.
Do not try to remove
faceplate unless set screws are backed out,
or stripping of faceplate threads may occur.
7. Engage spindle lock (A).
8. Place wrench (C) over flats, and turn to
unscrew faceplate.
7.5 Installing/removing spur center
Referring to Figure 6:
1. Make sure mating surfaces of spur center and
spindle are clean.
2. Drive spur center into workpiece. (See section
11.3.1)
3. Push spur center into spi ndle. NOTE: You do
not need to remove faceplate to install spur
center.
Figure 7
7.6 Installing/removing live center
Referring to Figure 8:
1. Rotate tailstock handwheel clockwise a few
times to advance quill.
2. Push live center into quill.
To remove live center:
3. Hold on to live center to prevent it from falling.
4. Rotate handwheel counterclockwise to retract
quill, until center releases from quill.
Figure 8
Figure 6
To remove spur center (Figure 7):
Hold spur center to prevent it from falling. (You
may wish to use a rag to protect your hand from
the sharp edges). Use knockout rod through
spindle hole to tap out spur center.
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