Adjusting Tool Rest - Grizzly G0694 Owner's Manual

Adjusting Tool Rest

The tool rest assembly consists of two compo-
nents: the tool rest base (or banjo) and the tool
rest. The tool rest base moves forward/backward
along the length of the lathe bed. The tool rest
rotates and moves up and down in the tool rest
base. Locks for both components allow you to
secure the tool rest in position after making these
adjustments.
When adjusting the tool rest, position it as close
as possible to the workpiece without actually
touching it. This maximizes support where the
cutting occurs and minimizes leverage, reducing
the risk of injury if a "catch" occurs.
Many woodturners typically set the height of the
tool rest ⁄ " above or below the centerline of the
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workpiece, depending on their height, the type
of tool they're using, and the type of operation
they're performing.
As a rule of thumb: For most (spindle) turning
operations, the cutting tool should contact the
workpiece slightly above centerline. For most
inside (bowl) turning operations, the cutting tool
should contact the workpiece slightly below
centerline.
Keeping all these factors in mind, your main goal
when adjusting the tool rest should be providing
maximum support for the type of tool being used,
in a position that is safe and comfortable for you.
Improperly supported or positioned cutting
tools can "catch" on workpiece, ejecting
tool from your hands with great force. To
reduce this risk, always ensure tool rest is
properly positioned for each type of opera-
tion, cutting tool is firmly supported against
tool rest BEFORE cutting, and cutting tool
is properly positioned to cut at the correct
angle for tool and operation type.
Model G0694 (Mfd. Since 03/15)
Positioning Inboard Tool Rest on
Bedway
1.
Loosen the tool rest holder lock lever and
move the tool rest assembly to the desired
position on the lathe bed (see Figure 15).
Tool Rest
Height
Lock
Tool Rest
Holder
Lock
Figure 15. Tool rest controls.
2.
Re-engage the tool rest holder lock to secure
the tool rest assembly in position.
Note: The hex nut underneath the tool rest
holder (see Figure 15) may require occa-
sional tightening to restore proper clamping
pressure and lever position. When adjusted
properly, the lever should be at the horizontal
position when the tailstock is fully clamped to
the bed.
Always operate the lathe with the tool rest
holder firmly locked to the bed. Otherwise,
the workpiece can be ejected, causing seri-
ous personal injury.
Tool Rest
Tool Rest
Holder
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