22. Check the condition of the stock to be turned. Make sure it is free of knots, warpage, use. If used for other purposes, JET disclaims checked ends, improperly made or cured glue any real or implied warranty and holds itself...
Additional knowledge may be obtained from experienced users or trade articles. Whatever accepted methods are used, always make personal safety a priority. If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our web site: www.jettools.com.
14.2.1 JWL-1640EVS Controller Assembly – Exploded View ................ 27 14.2.2 JWL-1640EVS Controller Assembly – Parts List ................. 27 14.3.1 JWL-1640EVS Bed and Stand Assemblies – Exploded View ............. 28 14.3.2 JWL-1640EVS Bed and Stand Assembly – Parts List ................ 29 ...
4.0 Specifications Model number ............................JWL-1640EVS Stock number ............................... 719500 Motor and electricals: Motor type ......................totally enclosed fan cooled, induction Horsepower ............................1.5HP (1.1 kW) Phase ..................................3 Voltage ................................230 V Cycle .................................. 60Hz Listed FLA (full load amps) ..........................4.6 A Starting amps ..............................
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L= length; W=width; H=height The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, JET reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
5.2 Tools required for assembly 5.0 Setup and assembly Hex keys, 6mm, 8mm Open end wrench, 14mm Lathe must 5.3 Unpacking and cleanup disconnected from power during assembly. Remove all smaller items from main carton. Do 5.1 Shipping contents not discard carton or packing material until lathe is assembled and running satisfactorily.
rod into mounting bracket. Release spring pin and it will snap into position as you slide support rod farther in. Install outer collar and tighten set screw. The guard can be pivoted to one of two positions: Operating mode (shown on front cover) or tilted back for stock loading (Figure 5-5).
6.2 115V operation Figure 5-6: installing bed extension (optional) As received from the factory, your JWL-1640EVS 6.0 Electrical connections is ready to run at 115-volt operation. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in A, Figure 6-1.
Figure 6-1: grounding IMPORTANT: The JWL-1640EVS Lathe cannot be run on a GFCI circuit. Figure 7-1: headstock movement A lightning strike or power surge may cause inverter failure. When lathe is 7.2 Tailstock movement not in use, disconnect power plug, or have a 3-...
7-5) to slide base forward or back, and to angle it to the bed. Tighten locking handle firmly before The JWL-1640EVS lathe provides 36 indexing operating lathe. positions at 10-degree increments. Loosen handle (H) to raise or lower tool rest and angle it to the work.
Rotate handwheel counterclockwise to retract Disengage index pin before quill all the way, until live center comes out. starting lathe. Hold the center while doing this to prevent it from falling. IMPORTANT: Do not use index pin to lock spindle, which will cause unnecessary wear to the pin.
Figure 7-12: center alignment Figure 7-11: spindle lock and face plate 7.15 Speed Change 7.13 Face plate: Installing/removing See Figure 7-13. Disconnect lathe from power source. Disconnect lathe from power source. Mount face plate to your workpiece. To change speed range, open access door on headstock.
If you suspect there is a counterclockwise to decrease. Speed is displayed problem with the inverter or inverter settings, as RPM (revolutions per minute) on digital readout contact JET technical service at 1-800-274-6848. (E). A lightning strike or power Change speed while lathe surge may cause inverter failure.
For safety and best performance, keep tools sharp. 9.0 Operation If a tool stops cutting or requires excessive pressure to make a cut, it needs to be sharpened. A number of brand name sharpening jigs and The information which follows is general in nature and not intended to be a complete course in fixtures are available;...
Figure 9-2 shows the basic profile shapes in spindle turning. Figure 9-2 9.4 Stock Selection Stock for spindles should be straight grained and Figure 9-4 free of checks, cracks, knots and other defects. It should be cut 1/8" to 1/4" larger than the finished Make sure headstock is locked to lathe bed.
9.5.2 Beads Make a parting cut for what is to be a bead to the desired depth. Place the parting tool on the tool support and move tool forward to make the full bevel of the tool come into contact with the workpiece.
9.6.1 Mounting Stock Use of a face plate is the most common method for holding a block of wood for turning bowls and plates: Select stock at least 1/8" to 1/4" larger than each dimension on the finished workpiece. Always select the largest diameter face plate that can be used for the workpiece to be turned.
As there are dozens of chucks to choose from, the Large domed scrapers can also be used to help woodturner should first consider all the different clean up the interior surfaces of bowls. A light types of turning that will be done, and read reports touch with the scraper slightly tilted will eliminate or discuss with other turners who own chucks some of the ridges occasionally left by an...
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Should there be a few small ridges left, a light cut with a large domed scraper can even out the surface.) Develop wall thickness at the rim and maintain it as you work deeper into the bowl (Once the piece is thin toward the bottom, you cannot make it thinner at the rim).
3mm hex key required. Figure 9-12 To change out a belt or pulley, carefully proceed as follows. If you are uncertain about attempting a belt or pulley change-out, contact JET technical service or take the headstock to an authorized service center.
11.0 Troubleshooting JWL-1640EVS Lathe Table 2 Symptom Possible Cause Correction * Motor fails to develop Power line overloaded. Correct overload condition. full power. Undersized wires in supply system, or Increase supply wire size. extension cord is too long. Low voltage.
Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from JET. Some parts are shown for reference only, and may not be available individually.
JET sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in JET printed materials and on official JET website are given as general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.
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