Jet Tools JWL-1642EVS-2, JWL-1642EVS User Manual
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
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Wood Lathe
Models: JWL-1642EVS and JWL-1642EVS-2
WMH Tool Group
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60124
Phone: 800-274-6848 Revision B1 1/07
www.wmhtoolgroup.com
Copyright © WMH Tool Group
Part Number: M-708359
Warranty and Service
WMH Tool Group, 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 WMH Tool Group Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or
perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET
your area call 1-800-274-6848.
MORE INFORMATION
WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check
with your local WMH Tool Group distributor, or visit jettools.com.
WARRANTY
JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW =
Woodworking).
WHAT IS COVERED?
This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below. Cutting tools,
abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage.
WHO IS COVERED?
This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product.
WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?
The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking (WW) products used for commercial, industrial or educational
purposes. Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education
purposes revert to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance.
HOW TO GET SERVICE
The product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name
of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848.
You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the
merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price,
at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that
there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will,
at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be
responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return.
HOW STATE LAW APPLIES
This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY
WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR
EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY 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.
WMH TOOL GROUP 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.
WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only. The specifications in WMH catalogs are given as general information
and are not binding. Members of WMH Tool Group reserve 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.
® branded products are not sold in Canada by WMH Tool Group.
JET
® tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in
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1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. This wood 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 wood lathe, do not use it until
the proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
3. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this machine.
4. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
5. Before operating the machine, remove tie, rings, watches, other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past
the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Do not wear gloves.
6. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
7. Keep machine 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.
8. Do not over reach. Maintain a balanced stance at all times, so that you do not fall or lean against
blades or other moving parts.
9. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power
source.
10. Use the right tool. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job that it was not designed.
11. Replace warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
12. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power
supply.
13. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and "horse-play"
are careless acts that can result in serious injury.
14. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area.
15. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
16. Read and understand warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with
all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
17. 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
18. Do not operate this lathe while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
19. Keep tools sharp and clean for safe and best performance. Dull tools can grab in the work and be
jerked from the operators hands causing serious injury.
20. Check the condition of the stock to be turned. Make sure it is free of knots, warpage, checked
ends, improperly made or cured glue joints and other conditions which can cause it to be thrown
out of the lathe.
21. Securely fasten spur/live centers to the material being used.
22. Check centers and center sockets in the headstock and tailstock to be sure they are free of dirt or
rust and oil lightly before inserting centers.
23. Test each set-up by revolving the work by hand to insure it clears the tool rest and bed. Check
the setup at the lowest speed before increasing it to the operating speed.
24. Use the correct cutting tool for the operation to be performed and keep all tools sharp.
25. Use low speeds for roughing and for long or large diameter work. If vibration occurs, stop the
machine and correct the cause. See the speed recommendation chart on the next page.
Warnings
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Warnings
SPEED RECOMMENDATIONS
Diameter of Work Roughing RPM General Cutting RPM Finishing RPM
Under 2" 1500 3000 3000
2 to 4" 600 1500 2300
4 to 6" 450 1100 1500
6 to 8" 450 600 1100
8 to 10" 450 600 850
10 to 12" 450 600 850
12 to 14" 450 450 600
26. When sanding, remove the tool rest from the machine, apply light pressure and use a slow speed
to avoid heat build up.
27. When turning large diameter pieces, such as bowls, always operate the lathe at low speeds. See
the speed recommendation chart.
28. Do not attempt to engage the spindle lock pin until the spindle has stopped. If leaving the
machine area, turn it off and wait until the spindle stops before departing.
29. Make no adjustments except speed changes with the spindle rotating and always disconnect the
machine from the power source when performing maintenance to avoid accidental starting or
electrical shock.
30. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
31. When stopping the lathe, never grab the part or faceplate to slow it down. Let the work coast to a
stop.
32. Use only JET factory authorized replacement parts and accessories; otherwise, the warranty and
guarantee are null and void.
33. Do not use this JET wood lathe for other than its intended purpose. If used for other purposes,
JET disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may
result from that use.
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Grounding Instructions
This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric
shock.
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. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
conductor, with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes, is the
equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. 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.
115 Volt Operation (Model JWL-1642EVS only)
As received from the factory, your JWL-1642EVS is ready to run at 115-volt operation. This lathe is
intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug that looks the one illustrated in Figure A. A
temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter as illustrated in Figure B, may be used to connect this
plug to a two-pole receptacle, as shown in Figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician. This adapter is not applicable in Canada. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or tab, extending
from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box, as
shown in Figure B.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. However, if you must use one make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your machine
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in the line voltage resulting in power loss and overheating.
The following table shows the correct size to use depending on the cord length needed and the
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. Remember, the smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
Volts7 Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 25 50 100 150
AWG
12-16
Amps
14 12 Not Recommended
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230-Volt Operation (Model JWL-1642EVS-2 only)
1. A plug with a UL/CSA listing suitable for 230V operation (Figure D) must be connected to the
power cord. Contact your local authorized WMH Tool Group service center or qualified electrician
for proper procedures to install the plug. The lathe must comply with all local and national codes
after the 230V plug is installed.
2. The lathe with a 230V plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration
(Figure D). There is no adapter available nor should one be used with the 230V plug.
In all cases (115 or 230 volts), make certain the receptacle in question is properly
grounded. If you are not sure, have a registered electrician check the receptacle.
Note: The JWL-1642EVS-2 lathe requires a 230-volt single-phase input. It is equipped with a power
inverter, located between the power cord and the drive motor. The inverter takes the 230V 1-phase input
from the power cord and converts it to the 230V 3-phase output required by the drive motor.
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Introduction
This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for Models
JWL-16423EVS and JWL-1642EVS-2 Wood Lathes. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety
precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. These machines
have been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance to the
instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your local
supplier or WMH Tool Group. WMH Tool Group can also be reached at our web site:
www.wmhtoolgroup.com.
Table of Contents
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Warnings................................................................................................................................................. 3
Grounding Instructions............................................................................................................................. 5
115V Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 5
230V Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................7
Table of Contents.................................................................................................................................... 7
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................... 8
Contents of the Shipping Container.......................................................................................................... 9
Unpacking and Cleanup .......................................................................................................................... 9
Assembly ................................................................................................................................................ 9
Stand Shelf............................................................................................................................................ 10
Tool Basket ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Guard.................................................................................................................................................... 11
Controls and Features ........................................................................................................................... 11
Speed Change ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Lathe Tools ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Mounting the Workpiece Between Centers............................................................................................. 14
Stock Selection...................................................................................................................................... 15
Roughing Out ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Coves, “V” Cuts, Parting and Beads....................................................................................................... 16
Sanding and Finishing ........................................................................................................................... 17
Face Plate or Bowl Turning.................................................................................................................... 17
Mounting Stock...................................................................................................................................... 17
Face Plate or Chuck .............................................................................................................................. 18
Wood Selection ..................................................................................................................................... 18
Checks and Cracks ............................................................................................................................... 18
Distortion............................................................................................................................................... 18
Tools for Bowl Turning........................................................................................................................... 18
To Shape the Outside of a Bowl............................................................................................................. 19
To Shape the Interior of a Bowl .............................................................................................................. 20
Sanding and Finishing a Bowl................................................................................................................ 20
Adjusting the Clamping Mechanism ....................................................................................................... 21
Changing the Belt and Bearings............................................................................................................. 21
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................... 22
Part Breakdowns and Parts List ............................................................................................................. 23
Wiring Diagram for JWL-1642EVS......................................................................................................... 28
Wiring Diagram for JWL-1642EVS-2...................................................................................................... 29
Indexer Positions ................................................................................................................................... 30
Specifications JWL-1642EVS JWL-1642EVS-2
Stock Number.....................................................708359 ................................................................708360
Over Bed............................................................16”.............................................................................16”
Swing Over Tool Rest Base................................12”.............................................................................12”
Distance Between Centers .................................42”............................................................................. 42”
Speeds (RPM)....................................................50-1200 and 120-3200 ................50-1200 and 120-3200
Spindle Nose......................................................1-1/4" x 8 T.P.I. ......................................1-1/4” x 8T.P.I.
Drive Spindle Through Hole................................3/8”........................................................................... 3/8”
Tailstock Spindle Through Hole ..........................3/8”...........................................................................3/8”
Tailstock Spindle Travel......................................4” ................................................................................4”
Tool Rest............................................................14”.............................................................................14”
Face Plate..........................................................6” ................................................................................6”
Headstock Taper ................................................MT-2 ......................................................................MT-2
Tailstock Taper...................................................MT-2 ...................................................................... MT-2
Spindle Center to Floor (approx.) ........................44-1/2”.................................................................44-1/2”
Motor..................................................................1-1/2 HP, 3Ph, 230V..............................2HP, 3PH, 230V
...........................................................................Input Power 115V Only
Net Weight (approx.)...........................................440 Lbs ..............................................................440Lbs.
Shipping Weight (approx.) ..................................475 Lbs ..............................................................475Lbs.
.......... Input Power 230V Only
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of
continuous improvement, WMH Tool Group reserves the right to change specifications at any time and
without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
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WARNING
Read and understand the entire contents of
this manual before attempting assembly or
operation!
Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
Contents of the Shipping Containers
1. Lathe
2. Cast Legs
1. Tailstock
1. Headstock
1. Tool Rest Body
1. Tool Basket
1. Guard Assembly
1. Accessory Package
1. Owner’s Manual & Warranty Card
Accessory Package Box
1. Live Center
1. Rod for Live Center
1. Spur Center
1. Index Pin
1. Face Plate
1. Rod for Face Plate
1. Knockout Rod Headstock
1. Tool Rest
4. Adjustable Feet
Tool Basket Bracket Hardware
2. Hex Sckt Cp Screws 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2”
4. Flat Washers 5/16”
2. Set Screws 1/4”-20 x 1/4”
3. Hex Nuts 5/16”
1. Set Screw 5/16”-18 x 5/8”
Unpacking and Clean-Up
1. Remove the shipping container. Do not
discard any shipping material until the lathe
is set up and running properly.
2. Remove hex cap bolts from skid bottom and
move the lathe off the skid and into position.
3. Clean all rust protected surfaces with a
cleaner degreaser. Clean thoroughly under
the headstock, tailstock and tool rest body.
Assembly
1. Secure tool rest (A, Fig. 1) to tool rest body
(B, Fig. 1) by tightening handle (C, Fig. 1).
2. Slide the tailstock and tool rest to the
headstock end of the lathe bed. See
“Controls and Features” section of this
manual on how to move the tailstock and
tool rest.
Contents of Accessory Package
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3. Lift the tailstock end of the lathe up far
enough to slide a few pieces of scrap wood
under the leg, see Figure 2.
4. Thread adjustable feet (A, Fig. 2) into stand
leg (B, Fig. 2). There is a flat spot on the
shaft near the foot that will accommodate a
wrench. Thread a hex nut (C, Fig. 2) onto
shaft and leave loose for now.
5. Remove the scrap pieces of wood and slide
the tailstock, tool rest and headstock down
to the tailstock end of the late bed.
6. Mount the two adjustable feet in the same
manner as above and move the headstock,
tool rest and tailstock into their normal
positions.
7. Adjust the feet so that the lathe rests evenly
on the floor, and tighten the nuts.
Stand Shelf
You can make an extra shelf that rests between
the legs if you wish, see Figure 3. It will be
useful for storing lathe accessories, or adding
sand bags for some extra weight. The two 2x4’s
should be 55-3/4” long. The plywood should be
ripped into two equal pieces 27-13/16”L x 17”W
so that it can be assembled between the legs.
Use screws to attach the plywood to the 2x4
supports.
Tool Basket
1. Mount the bracket (D, Fig. 4) to the inside of
the lathe leg with two 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” hex
socket cap screws, four 5/16” flat washers
and two 5/16” hex nuts (E, Fig. 4).
2. The two setscrews, on the bracket should be
below the bolts and accessible from the
backside for adjustment.
3. Place the arm of the tool basket into the
bracket and secure with a 5/16”-18 x 5/8” set
screw and tighten the 5/16” hex nut (F, Fig.
4). Line up the notch in the arm with the
setscrew so the tool basket can pivot.
4. Adjust the setscrews on the bracket so that
the tool basket swings in a level manner.
Tighten the two hex socket cap screws.
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