Craftsman 351.217520 Operator's Manual page 3

WARNING: For your own safety, do not operate your wood
lathe until it is completely assembled and installed according
to instructions.
PROTECTION: EYES, HANDS, FACE, BODY, EARS
• If any part of your lathe is missing, malfunctioning, or has
been damaged or broken, cease operating immediately
until the particular part is properly repaired or replaced.
• Wear ear plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation.
• Small loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact a
spinning workpiece can be propelled at very high speed.
This can be avoided by keeping the lathe clean.
• Never turn the lathe ON before clearing the bed, head and
tailstock of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except the workpiece
and related support devices for the operation planned.
• Never place your face or body in line with the chuck or
faceplate.
• Never place your fingers or hands in path of cutting tools.
• Never reach in back of the workpiece with either hand to
support the piece, remove wood scraps, or for any other
reason. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to
move into a spinning workpiece.
• Shut the lathe OFF and disconnect power source when
removing the faceplate, changing the center, adding or
removing an auxiliary device, or making adjustments.
• Turn key lock switch to "off" and remove key when tool
is not in use.
• If the workpiece splits or is damaged in any way, turn lathe
OFF and remove the workpiece from the holders. Discard
damaged workpiece and start with a new piece of wood.
• Use extra care when turning wood with twisted grain or
wood that is twisted or bowed i it may cut unevenly or
wobble excessively.
KNOW YOUR CUTTING TOOLS
• Dull, gummy, improperly sharpened or set cutting tools
can cause vibration and chatter during cutting operations.
Minimize potential injury by proper care of tools and
regular machine maintenance.
THINK SAFETY
Safety is a combination of operator common sense and
alertness at all times when the lathe is being used.
• For your own safety, read all rules and precautions in
the operator's manual before using this tool.
• Tighten all clamps, fixtures and tailstock before applying
power. Check to make sure that all tools and wrenches
have been removed.
• With switch off, rotate workpiece by hand to make sure
that there is adequate clearance. Start the machine on
lowest speed setting to verify that the workpiece is secure.
• For large pieces, create a rough shape on another piece
of equipment before installing on faceplate.
• Do not mount any workpieces that have splits or knots.
• Never attempt to remount a faceplate turning to the face-
plate for any reason.
• Never attempt to remount a between-centers turning if the
original centers on the turning have been altered or removed.
• When remounting a between-centers turning that has non-
altered original centers, make sure that the speed is at
the lowest setting for start-up.
• Use extra caution when mounting a between-centers turn-
ing to the faceplate, or a faceplate turning to between-cen-
ters, for secondary operations. Make sure that the speed
is at the lowest setting for start-up.
• Never perform any operation with this lathe where the
workpiece is hand-held. Do not mount a reamer, milling
cutter, drill bit, wire wheel or buffing wheel to the head-
stock spindle.
• When hand-sanding faceplate or between-centers mount-
ed workpieces, complete all sanding BEFORE removing
the workpiece from the lathe.
• Never run the spindle in the wrong direction. The cutting
tool could be pulled from your hands. The workpiece
should always turn towards the operator.
• For spindle turning, ALWAYS position the tool rest above the
centerline of the workpiece and spindle (approximately 1/8").
• Use any drill chuck accessory in the tailstock only. Do
not mount any drill bit that extends more than 6" beyond
chuck jaws.
CAUTION: Follow safety instructions that appear on the
headstock assembly for your lathe.
Refer to Figure 1, page 4.
Check for shipping damage or missing parts. If any parts are
damaged or missing, call 1-800-266-9079 for replacement.
Your wood lathe is shipped complete in one carton and includes
a motor. Separate all parts from packing materials and check
each one with the unpacking list to make certain all items are
accounted for before discarding any packing material.
If any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble the
lathe, plug in the power cord, or turn the switch on until
the missing parts are obtained and properly installed.
A Lathe Assembly with Tailstock
B Faceplate
C Tool Rest Base
D Tool Rest
E Tool Holder
F Index Pin Assembly
G Live Center
H Center Removal Rod
I Point Removal Tool
J Wrench
K Spur Center
Not Shown:
M6 x 16 Pan Head Screw (2)
M6 Flat Washer (2)
IMPORTANT: The bed is coated with a protectant. To ensure
proper fit and operation, remove coating. Coating is easily
removed with mild solvents, such as mineral spirits, and a
soft cloth. Avoid getting cleaning solution on paint or any of
the rubber or plastic parts. Solvents may deteriorate these
finishes. Use soap and water on paint, plastic or rubber
components. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry
cloth. Apply paste wax to the bed.
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