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WoodFast WL250A Instruction Manual

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WOOD LATHE
WL250A
Instruction
Manual
IMPORTANT
For your safety, read
instructions carefully
before assembling or
using this product.
Save this manual for
future reference.
Original Instruction
V.2-201810

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  • Page 1 Instruction WOOD LATHE Manual WL250A IMPORTANT For your safety, read instructions carefully before assembling or using this product. Save this manual for Original Instruction future reference. V.2-201810...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INDEX GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENTS AND OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING DIAGRAMS AND COMPONENTS...
  • Page 3: General Information

    1. GENERAL INFORMATION FOREWORD Some information and illustrations in this manual may difer from the machine in your possession, since all the configurations inherent in the machine complete with all the optionals are described and illustrated. Therefore, refer only to that information strictly connected with the machine configuration you have purchased.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY REGULATIONS WARNING To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool, read and follow all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the machine. Some dust created by using power tools contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 5 Do not store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it. Maintain your balance. Do not extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil resistant rubber soled shoes. Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax. Maintain tools with care.
  • Page 6: Installation

    RESIDUAL RISKS Despite observance of all the safety regulations, and use according to the rules described in this manual, residual risks may still be present, among which the most recurring are: - contact with tool - contact with moving parts (belts, pulleys, etc..) - recoil of the piece or part of it - accidents due to wood splinters or fragments - tool insert ejection...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    3. SPECIFICATIONS MAIN COMPONENTS A. Headstock H. Tailstock O. Rubber feet B. Spindle Tailstock hand wheel P. Motor pulley & cover C. Spur center J. Lathe bed Q. Spindle hand wheel D. TJool rest base locking lever K. Electric cord & plug R.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    3.4 NOISE LEVEL No load Load Sound Pressure Level < 80dB(A) < 90dB(A) Sound Power Level < 90dB(A) < 100dB(A) The noise levels measured are emission levels and not necessarily the safe working level. Although there is a correlation between the emission levels and the exposure levels, this cannot be used reliably to determine whether or not further precautions are required.
  • Page 9 - Align the machine so there is ample space in front and in back for working and moving around it. Locate it so any turning debris or kickback will not face aisles, doorways, or other work areas that bystanders may be in. Do not locate or use the machine in damp or wet conditions.
  • Page 10: Adjustments And Operations

    4.2.6 INSTALL THE SPUR CENTER Insert the spur center into the headstock spindle. The spur center (A) has a No. 2 Morse Taper shank, that matches the taper on the inside of the headstock spindle for a secure, friction fit. FIG. 4.2.6 CAUTION If replacing the spur center, or purchasing new centers, make sure that the item is machined with a No.
  • Page 11 5.2 ADJUSTING THE TAILSTOCK - Loosen the locking lever (A) to move the tailstock along the lathe bed to the desired position for holding your work piece. Then tighten the locking lever to secure the tailstock on the bed. FIG. 5.2. - To adjust the clamping action of the tailstock on the bed, adjust the lower locking nut.
  • Page 12 - Carefully knock the spindle, towards the tail-stock. Use a block of wood against the spindle end to prevent any damage when it is hit with a mallet/hammer. The spindle pulley, now loose, will slide along the spindle. - Remove the old belt, if present, and install the new belt over the spindle pulley.
  • Page 13 6. MAINTENANCE - Before each use: Check the power cord and plug for any wear or damage. Check for any loose screws, hardware, locking handles, jigs or various lathe accessories. Check the area to make sure it is clear of any misplaced tools, lumber, cleaning supplies, etc. that could hamper the safe operation of the machine.
  • Page 14: Trouble Shooting

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Machine is not plugged in Plug in machine Motor will not start Low voltage Check fuses Loose connection Check plug and all connections Correct the overload condition Power line is overloaded Increase supply wire size or elimi- Undersize wires in supply system nate extension cord if one is used Motor fails to develop full...