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MODEL W1704
BENCH TOP LATHE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz
COPYRIGHT © DECEMBER, 2003 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. REVISED OCTOBER, 2007 (TR)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
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INTRODUCTION SAFETY ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE PARTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ 2 About Your New Lathe .........................................................................................2 Woodstock Technical Support .................................................................................2 Warranty and Returns .....................................................................
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INTRODUCTION Woodstock Technical Support This machine has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction. Our intent with this manual is to include the basic information for safety, setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this product. We stand behind our machines! In the event
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION WARRANTY Specifications 1 Motor Size .......................................................... ⁄3 HP, 110V, Universal-Type Motor Motor S
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SAFETY Standard Machinery Safety -4- SAFETY
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SAFETY -5-
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Know Your Machine An important part of safety is knowing your machine and its components. Please take the time to learn the items shown in the pictures below. The letters in the picture correspond to the following descrip- tions in the text. G B C H F D E A I J K M L N P O -6- SAFETY
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SAFETY A. Variable Speed Control Dial—Controls the M. Lathe Bed—Provides a sliding surface for speed of the lathe spindle. Always turn this the tool rest holder and tailstock adjust- dial to the lowest setting before starting the ments. lathe. N. Lock-Out Paddle Switch—Turns lathe ON/ B. Headstock—The housing that holds the spin- OFF only when the safety key is installed. dle on the lathe. O. Knock-Out Tool—Used to remove the spur C. Headstock Spindle—Tapered at the inside and live centers fro
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Additional Safety for Wood Lathes 1. KEEPING GUARDS IN PLACE. Make sure all guards are in place and that the lathe sits on a flat, stable surface. 2. EYE/FACE PROTECTION. Always wear eye protection or a face shield when operating the lathe. 3. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION. Always wear a respirator when using this machine. Wood dust may cause allergies or long-term respiratory health problems. 4. MOUNTING WORKPIECE. Before starting, be certain the workpiece has been properly imbedded on the headsto
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SAFETY Avoiding Potential Injuries Figure 2. DO NOT operate without centers Figure 1. Center fully embedded in workpiece. firmly embedded in workpiece. Figure 3. Sleeves rolled up and out of the way Figure 4. DO NOT operate with long sleeves of the moving machinery. rolled down near moving machinery. Figure 5. Always use the tool rest. Figure 6. DO NOT cut without using tool rest. -9-
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ELECTRICAL 110V Operation The Model W1704 is wired for 110V operation. Always con- nect this machine to a dedicated circuit (wire, breaker, plug, receptacle) with a verified ground, using the recom- mended circuit size and plugs/receptacles listed at the bottom of this page. We recommend connecting this machine to a dedicated circuit with a verified ground, using the circuit size given below. Never replace a circuit breaker with one of higher amperage without consulting a qualified electric
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Unpacking ® Read and understand this The SHOP FOX Model W1704 has been careful- entire instruction man- ly packaged for safe transporting. If you notice ual before performing the machine has been damaged, please contact ® any operations with your your authorized SHOP FOX dealer immedi- machine. Serious personal ately. injury may occur if safety and operational informa- tion is not understood and followed. Inventory Layout and inventory the package contents list- ed below an
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Machine Placement Cleaning Machine • Floor Load: Some workbenches may require The bed and other unpainted parts of your lathe additional reinforcement to support both are coated with a waxy grease that protects the machine and the operator. Make sure them from corrosion during shipment. Clean this you take these precautions. grease off with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. DO NOT use chlorine-based solvents • Working Clearances: Consider existing and such as brake parts clea
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ASSEMBLY Installing Centers UNPLUG-POWER CORD The spur and live centers are taper-fit compo- before you do any assem- nents that install in the same manner; however, bly or adjustment tasks! the spur center always goes into the headstock Otherwise, serious per- spindle and the live center always goes into the sonal injury to you or oth- tailstock barrel. ers may occur! To install the centers, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE LATHE! 2. Insert the tapered end of the center into the spindle and
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Face Plate UNPLUG- the power cord The face plate can be installed only if the spur before you do any assem- center has been removed from the headstock bly or adjustment tasks! spindle. Otherwise, serious per- sonal injury to you or oth- To install the face plate, do these steps: ers may occur! 1. UNPLUG THE LATHE! 2. Thread the face plate onto the headstock spindle. 3. Tighten the face plate by placing a wrench on the spindle flats and inserting the knock- out tool into the spindle shoulde
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ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS Lock Handles The lock handles on the tool rest holder and the UNPLUG- the power cord tailstock can be tightened for a stronger lock- before you do any assem- ing action if the factory set locking action is not bly or adjustment tasks! tight enough for your needs. However, take care Otherwise, serious per- not to over-tighten any of the parts. sonal injury to you or oth- ers may occur! To tighten the lock handles, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE LATHE! 1 2. Using a 12mm
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OPERATIONS Test Run The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual noises and vibrations, as well as to confirm that the machine is performing as intended. To test run the Model W1704, do these steps: 1. Turn the variable speed control knob all the Projectiles thrown from the machine way counter-clockwise or in the LOW direc- could cause serious eye/face injury. tion as far as it will go. Wear a face shield during assembly and operation. 2. Make sure that the spur center has been
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OPERATIONS Operation Tips • Mount the workpiece correctly; otherwise, the operation may be difficult and danger- ous. Read the “Spindle Turning” & “Face Plate Turning” instructions for ideas on how to set up your lathe correctly. 1 • Position the tool rest approximately ⁄8" above the center line of the workpiece and 1 approximately ⁄4" away from the workpiece. See Figure 15 for more details. 1 Figure 15. Tool rest set ⁄8" above the • When turning the lathe ON, stand to the 1
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Selecting Turning Tools Lathe tools (Figure 18) come in a variety of shapes and sizes and usually fall into five major categories. • Gouges—Mainly used for rough cutting, detail cutting, and cove profiles. The rough gouge is a hollow, double-ground tool with a round nose, and the detail gouge is a hollow, double-ground tool with either a round or pointed nose. Figure 19 shows an Figure 18. Basic set of lathe turning tools. example of a gouge. • Skew Chisel—A very versatile tool that can
