Jet Tools JWL-1236 User Manual

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EQUIPMENT & TOOLS

Operator's Manual

JWL-1236 Wood Lathe

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A WMH - Walter Meier Holding Company

P.O.BDX1349 AUBURN, WA98071-1349

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(253)351-6000 FAX(253)939-8001

No. M-708352 9/96

Important Information.

2-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

JET offers atwo-year limited warranty on this product

Replacement parts for this tool are availabledirectly form JET Equipment& Tools.

To place an order, call 1-800-274-6848. Pleasehave the followinginformation ready:

1. Visa, MasterCard,or Discover Card number

2. Expiration date

3. Part number listedwithin this manual

4. Shipping address other than a Post Office box.

JET Equipment & Tools makes every effort to assure that parts meet high quality and durability standards

and warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our parts that each such part(s) to be free from

defects in materials and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) daysfrom the date of purchase.

Please retain your datedsales receiptas proof of purchaseto validate the warranty period.

JET makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the

original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and

workmanship as follows: 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON THIS JET PRODUCT. Warranty does not apply to

defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our

facilities or to a lack of maintenance. JET LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE FROM THE DATE THE PRODUCTWAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MECHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT

ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE 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 PROPERY 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 LIMITATIONOR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY

TO yOU. To take advantage of this warranty,the product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid,

to an authorized service station designated by our Auburn office. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the

complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, JET will either repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price, if we cannot readily and quickly provide a repair or replacement, if you are willing to accept such refund. JET will return repaired product or replacement at JET's expense, but if it is

determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of JET's warranty, then

the user must bear the cost of storing and returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and

you have other rights, which vary, from state to state.

JET Equipment &Tools. P.O. Box 1349,Auburn, WA 98071-1349 . (253) 351-6000

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Lt WARNING

For your own safety, read this instruction manual before operating the lathe.

Wear eye protection.

Do not wear glQves, necktie, or loose clothing.

Tighten all locks before operating.

Rotate the workpiece by hand before applying power.

Rough out the workpiece before installing on the faceplate.

Do not mount asplit workpiece or one containing a knot.

Usethe lowest speed when starting a new workpiece.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in workingorder.

REMOVEADJUSTING KEYSAND WRENCHES. Formthe habitof checking to see that keys and

adjusting wrenches are r.emovedfrom the tool beforeturningit on.

KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered,areas and benchesinviteaccidents.

DO NOT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use powertools in damp or wet locations,or expose them to rain. Keepwork area well lighted.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distancefrom the work area.

MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

USETHE RIGHT TOOL. Don'tforce.a tool or attachmentto do ajob for which itwas not designed.

USETHE PROPER EXTENSIONCORD. Make sure you extensioncord is in good condition. When usingan extension cord, be sure to use one heavyenough to carry the current yourproduct will draw.

An undersize cord will cause a drop in the line voltage resultingin loss of power and overheating. For

runs up to 25 feet, use a 18 AWG or larger gauge cord. For runs up to 50feet, use a 16AWG or larger gauge cord. For runs up to 100feet, use a 14 AWG or larger gauge cord. For runs up to 150feet, use a 12 AWG or larger gauge cord. Runs over 150feet are not recommended. If in doubt, usethe next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,the heavier the cord.

WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other

jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslipfootwear is recommended. Wear protective hair

covering to contain longhair.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust masks if the cutting operation is dusty- Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps ora viseto holdthework when its practical. It's safer than using your hand and it frees bothhandsto operatethe tool.

DON'T OVERREACH. Keepproperfootingand balanceat alltimes.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keeptools sharp and cleanfor best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricatingand changingaccessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, bits cutters, and the like.

REDUCETHE RISK OF UNINTENTIONALSTARTING. Makesure the switch is in the off position before plugging in the machine.

USE RECOMMENDEDACCESSORIES. Consultthe owner's manualfor recommendedaccessories.

The use of improperaccessoriesmaycause a risk of injury.

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NEVER STAND ONA TOOL. Seriousinjurycould occurif the tool istipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionallycontacted.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Beforefurther useof the tool,a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checkedto determinethat it will operate properlyand perform its intendedfunction. Check for alignmentof movingparts, bindingof moving parts,breakageof parts, mounting, and any other conditionsthat may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

DIRECTIONOF FEED. Feedwork into a blade or cutter againstthe direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNINGUNATTENDED. TURNTHE POWEROFF. Don't leave the tool until it comes to a completestop.

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Grounding Instructions

Caution: This tool must be grounded while in use to prevent electric shock.

Inthe event of a malfunctionor breakdown.groundingprovidesa path of least resistancefor electric

current to reduce the risk of electric shock Thistool is equippedwith an electric cord having an equipment-groundingconductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be pluggedinto a matchingoutlet that is properly installedand grounded in accordancewith all localcodes andordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet. have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician

Improper connection of the equipment-groundingconductorcan result ina risk of electric shock. The conductor, with insulation having an outer surfacethat is greenwith or withoutyellow stripes, isthe equipment-groundingconductor. If repairor replacementof the electriccord or plug is necessary, do not

connect the equipment-groundingconductorto a live terminal Check with a qualifiedelectrician or service personnelif the groundinginstructionsare not completely

understood, or if in doubt asto whether the tool is properlygrounded.

Use only three wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles

that accept the tool's plug *

Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that.hasan outletthat looks theone illustrated in FigureA below The tool has a groundingplug that lookslike the grounding plugas illustratedin FigureA below. A temporary adapter, which locks likethe adapter as illustrated in FiguresBand C below, may be usedto connect this plugto a two-pole receptacle,as shownin Figure B if a properlygrounded outlet is not available.** The temporaryadapter should only be used until a properlygrounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigidear ortab, extendingfrom the adapter, must be

connected to a permanentground such as a properlygroundedoutlet box.

Adapter

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Grounded Outlet

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* Canadian electrical codes requireextension cords to be certified SJT type or better.

** Use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.

On-Off Switch Padlock

Model No. BP-1, Stock No. 709736

To safeguard your machinefrom unauthorizedoperationand to avoid accidentalstarting byyoung children, the use of a padlock is highlyrecommended. JET model BP-1 is availablefrom your local authorized JET distributor or by callingJET Equipment& Tools at 800-274-6848.

To lock out an on-off switch

1. Open the padlock. See Fig. A

2. Insert through holes in the start button. See Fig. B

3. Close the padlock.

4. Place the key in a safe place.

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