When switching on the machine, listen for loud or unusual noises; if necessary, check and adjust
the drive belt again.
OPERATION
Only operate the machine when it is in a perfect condition. A visual inspection of the machine
must be carried out before each operation. Safety devices, electrical cables and operating
elements must be checked carefully. Check screw connections for damage and tight fit.
15.1
Operating instructions
When operating the machine, be sure to observe the following instructions:
• Take time to familiarise yourself with how the machine works, the tools and the types of
wood.
• Ensure that the machine has a stable base.
• Before switching on, turn the workpiece by hand to ensure that it runs freely and does not
touch the tool rest.
• Check, that the workpiece is centered and firmly clamped.
• Check the tool rest for firmly seating before starting.
• Check the tailstock and centre punch tip for tight fit before starting! The centre punch tip
should penetrate the workpiece by up to a few mm, depending on the size of the
workpiece.
• Check the face plate and, if used, the spur center for tight fit before starting.
• Hold and guide the woodturning tool securely and firmly when working!
• Only work with sharp turning tools!
• Only work on large and unbalanced workpieces at low spindle speed.
• Use the face plate for large and unbalanced workpieces.
• Adjust the spindle speed to the material properties.
• Observe the specifications regarding workpiece dimensions.
• Only work on selected woods without defects.
15.2
Handling
Mark the centre of the workpiece
The marking of the centre of the material enables exact clamping of the workpiece.
Clamp workpiece
Longitudinal machining
For longitudinal machining, the workpiece is clamped centred.
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• Position the lower part of the drive belt against the desired
motor belt pulley (6). Make sure that the drive belt runs
parallel.
• Tighten the motor belt pulley with the belt tensioning
handle (7). This tightens the drive belt.
• Fix the locking lever of the motor plate.
• Fix the switch unit with the pin on the hinge and the
bracket. Fix the cover to the back of the headstock.
• Mark the centre (1) on both faces of the workpiece.
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