Jet JWL-1442VS - Manual

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...

230 Volt Operation If 230V, single-phase operation is desired, the following instructions must be followed: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. This lathe is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation, as shown in Figure A. Reconnect these four motor leads f...

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 1. Tailstock 1. Headstock 1. Face Plate 1. Tool Rest Body 1. Accessory Package 1. Owner’s Manual and Warr...

10 Stand Legs (optional accessory) 1. At this point the headstock, tailstock and tool rest should be removed. With help from another person, lift the lathe bed and place onto a workbench. 2. Angle lathe bed so that stand leg mounting holes are accessible, see Figure 2. 3. Thread adjustable feet (A, ...

12 N. Tool Rest Body Lock Handle: (N, Fig. 8) Locks the tool rest body in position. Unlock handle to position the tool rest in any location along lathe bed. Tighten handle when properly positioned. O. Tool Rest Lock Handle: (O, Fig. 8) Locks the tool rest in position. Unlock the handle to position t...

13 Lathe Tools (continued) Skew — used to make vees, beads, etc., see Figure 11. Square Scraper — used for diameter scraping and featureless scraping, etc, see Figure 11. Large Domed Scraper — used to reduce ridges on the interior of bowls, round edges of bowls, etc, see Figure 11. Parting Tool — us...

14 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 ...

15 Beads 1. Place the parting tool on the tool rest and move the tool forward to make the full bevel of the tool contact the workpiece. Gently raise handle to make cut to the appropriate depth. 2. Repeat for other side of the bead. 3. Using a small skew or spindle gouge, start in the center between ...

16 Sanding and Finishing Leaving clean cuts will reduce the amount of sanding required. Begin with a 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 a pad; do not wrap sandpaper around your ...

18 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...

19 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 ...

20 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. 23). Loosen the locking handle and slide the headstock, tailstock or tool rest to the edge of the bed and slightly turn the hex nut...

21 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Excessive Vibration. 1. Workpiece warped, out of round, has major flaw, improperly prepared for turning, or RPM is set too high 2. Worn spindle bearings 3. Worn belt 4. Motor mount bolts loose 5. Lathe on uneven surface 1. Correct problem by planing...

23 Bed Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 1.......... JWL1442-201 ...............Bed ....................................................... ............................................... 1 2.......... JWL1442-202 ...............Stud .....................................................

27 Stand Assembly (optional accessory) Stand Assembly Index Part No. No. Description Size Qty. 3.......... JWL1642-203 ...............Stand .................................................... ............................................... 2 5.......... JWL1642-205 ...............JET Stripe ..........

28 JWL-1442VS Safety Guard (optional accessory) Safety Guard 1. Mount the guard bracket (A) to the headstock with two 3/8” flat washers, two 3/8” lock washers and two 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2” socket head cap screws (B). 2. Attach the guard (C) to the guard bracket by inserting the rod and lifting up on the ...

32 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 ...