Jet JWL-1642EVS-2 - Manuals

5 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 co...

8 Specifications JWL-1642EVS JWL-1642EVS-2 Stock Number.....................................................708359 ................................................................708360 Over Bed ............................................................16”.............................................

9 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 Pa...

10 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...

11 Guard 1. Attach guard to the bracket by inserting the rod and lifting up on the plunger (A, Fig. 5). 2. There are two detents that will hold the guard in place. One is for turning and the other is for when you need the guard up and out of the way. 3. Tighten the bushings (B, Fig. 5) against the b...

12 8. Headstock Faceplate: (K, Fig. 8) Used for turning bowls and plates. There are a number of screw holes for mounting the workpiece. Thread the faceplate onto the spindle in a clockwise direction, and tighten two setscrews. Remove the faceplate by loosening two setscrews. Push in headstock spindl...

14 Mounting Workpiece Between Centers Spindle turning takes place between the centers of the lathe. It requires a spur center in the headstock and a live center in the tailstock. 1. With a ruler locate and mark the center on each end by going corner to corner, see Figure 13. Accuracy is not critical...

15 Stock Selection Stock for spindles should be straight grained and free of checks, cracks, knots and other defects. It should be cut 1/8" to 1/4" larger than the finished diameter and may require additional length to remove ends if required. Larger stock should have the corners removed to ...

16 Coves 1. Use a spindle gouge. With the flute of the tool at 90 degrees to the workpiece, touch the center of the cutting edge to the workpiece and roll in towards the bottom of the cove. Stop at the bottom; attempting to go up the opposite side may cause the tool to catch. 2. Move tool over the d...

17 Sanding and Finishing Leaving clean cuts will reduce the amount of sanding required. Adjust the lathe to a finishing speed, and begin with fine sandpaper (120 grit or finer). Coarser sandpaper will leave deep scratches that are difficult to remove, and dull crisp details. Fold the sandpaper into ...

19 To Shape the Outside of a Bowl 1. Odd shaped burls, crotches and other irregular shaped blanks require special preparation before mounting in a chuck, or onto a faceplate. Remove the bark, if there is any, from what appears to be the center of the top of workpiece. 2. Drive the spur center into t...

20 To Shape the Interior of a Bowl 1. Stop the lathe and move the tailstock away. Remove the center from the tailstock to prevent bumping it with your elbow. 2. Adjust the tool support in front of the bowl just below the centerline, at a right angle to the lathe bed. 3. Rotate the workpiece by hand ...

21 Adjusting the Clamping Mechanism The clamps are pre-set at the factory and should not need any adjustment. However, if adjustment is needed remove the stud (A, Fig. 24). Loosen the locking handle and slide the headstock, tailstock or tool rest to the edge of the bed and slightly turn the hex nut ...

22 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Excessive vibration. 1. Workpiece warped, out of round, has major flaw, or was improperly prepared for turning 2. Worn spindle bearings 3. Worn belt 4. Motor mount bolt or handle loose 5. Lathe on uneven surface 1. Correct problem by planing, bandsa...

24 Stand and Bed Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1.......... JWL1642-201 ...............I.D. Label............................................... JWL-1642EVS ........................ 1 ............ JWL-1642-201A ............I.D. Label............................................... ...

30 Indexer Positions How to use the chart A diagram of the indexer is shown at right, as viewed from the tailstock end of the Lathe. Points A, B and C are the holes in the head casting. The holes in the spindle collar may be considered as numbered 1 through 12. Example: You wish to rout 9 flutes on ...

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