Table of Contents
Advertisement
5.3 Mains connection
Mains connection and any extension cords used must comply
with applicable regulations.
The mains voltage must comply with the information on the
machine licence plate.
The mains connection must have a
10 A surge-proof fuse.
Only use power cords marked H07RN-F
Connections and repairs to the electrical equipment may only
be carried out by qualified electricians.
5.4 Dust collection
Use a suitable dust collection and filtration system to avoid a
high dust concentrations in the air.
5.5 Starting operation
You can start the machine with the green ON-button. The red
OFF-button on the main switch (B, Fig 1) stops the machine.
6. Machine operation
6.1 Correct operating position
Always support the tool on the tool rest and guide with the
palm of your hand keeping your fingers closed.
(see Fig 11 and 12)
6.2 Tool selection:
Successful wood turning does not result from high speeds,
but rather, from the correct use of turning tools.
A perfect and sharp wood turner tool is a precondition for
professional wood-turning.
Major tools:
Fig 11
Fig 12
Gouge (A, Fig 13), used for rapidly cut raw wood into round
stock, for turning bowls and plates, for turning beds, coves
and other detail (Fig 14).
Scraper (B, Fig 13), used for diameter scraping and to
reduce ridges.
Skew Chisel (C, Fig 13), used to make vees, beads, etc. (Fig
15). The bevel of skew is parallel to the cut.
Parting tool (D, Fig 13), used to cut directly into the material,
or to make a cut off. Also used for scraping and to set
diameters.
6.3 Speed selection:
Use low speeds for roughing and for large diameter work. If
vibrations occur, stop the machine and correct the cause.
See speed recommendations.
Fig 13
Fig 14
Fig 15
Advertisement
Table of Contents
