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Wen LA3424 Instruction Manual

12-inch 5-speed woodworking lathe
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MODEL LA3424
12-INCH 5-SPEED
WOODWORKING LATHE
Instruction Manual
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ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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  • Page 1 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ..................... 3 Specifications ....................3 SAFETY General Safety Rules ..................4 Wood Lathe Safety Warnings ................6 Electrical Information ..................7 BEFORE OPERATING Know Your Wood Lathe ..................8 Assembly ......................9 Adjustments ....................12 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE Operation .......................

  • Page 3: Welcome

    INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Wood Lathe. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.

  • Page 4: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

  • Page 6: Wood Lathe Safety Warnings

    WOOD LATHE SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. WOOD LATHE SAFETY 11. Never apply coolants or water to a spinning work- piece. 1. This lathe is designed and intended for use by prop- erly trained and experienced personnel only.

  • Page 7: Electrical Information

    ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

  • Page 8: Before Operating

    KNOW YOUR WOOD LATHE UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, carefully remove the wood lathe from the packaging. Do not discard the packaging until all of the parts below are accounted for. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at 1-(800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool is switched OFF and un- plugged from the power source before assembling or making any adjustments. REMOVING THE ANTI-RUST GREASE The lathe bed and centers have been coated with grease to prevent them from rusting. 1.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE SPUR CENTER (FIG. D) 1. Make sure the mating surfaces of both the spur center and the headstock spindle are clean. 2. Drive the spur center (Fig. D - 1) into the workpiece (Fig. D - 2) using a rubber mallet or a piece of scrap wood. 3.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE ACCESSORY HOLDER (FIG. H & I) 1. Position the accessory holder (Fig. H - 1) below the headstock on the back of the base. Align the holes and secure the accessory holder using two M5×12 pan head screws (Fig. H - 2). Tighten the screws using the 3mm hex wrench. You can organize your wrench, hex wrenches, knockout rod, live center and spur center into the accessory holder as shown in Fig.

  • Page 12: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS TOOL REST ADJUSTMENTS (FIG. K) You can adjust the height, position and angle of the tool rest assembly (Fig. K - 1) to suit your task at hand. To adjust the tool rest: 1. Loosen the small locking handle (Fig. K - 2) to raise and lower the tool rest or to adjust its angle.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS SPEED ADJUSTMENTS (FIG. M TO P) This lathe has five speeds (520, 900, 1400, 2150 and 3400 RPM) as shown on the speed label (Fig. M). To change the speed: 1. Loosen the back cover knob (Fig. N - 1), then pull up and open the back cover (Fig.

  • Page 14: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION TURNING TOOLS If possible, select only quality high-speed steel turning tools. High-speed steel tools hold an edge and last longer than ordinary carbon steel. As one becomes proficient in turning, a variety of specialty tools for specific applications can be acquired. The following tools provide the basics for most wood-turning projects. Sharp tools must be used; do not use dull or damaged tools.
  • Page 15 OPERATION WARNING: To prevent serious injury, make sure all the warnings and instructions have been read and understood before operating this tool. MOUNTING THE WORKPIECE BETWEEN SPINDLES (FIG. Q & R) Spindle turning takes place between the centers of the lathe. It requires a spur center in the headstock and a live cen- ter in the tailstock.
  • Page 16 OPERATION ROUGHING OUT Begin with a large roughing gouge (see page 14 for examples of common cutting tools). 1. Place the tool on the tool rest with the heel of the tool on the surface to be cut. Slowly and gently raise the tool handle until the cutting edge comes into contact with the workpiece.
  • Page 17 OPERATION CREATING V-GROOVES Using the point of the skew to create a V-groove in the workpiece. 1. Lightly mark the center of the V with the top of the skew. Move the point of the skew to the right half of the desired width of your cut.
  • Page 18 OPERATION MOUNTING THE WORKPIECE ONTO THE FACE PLATE The face plate is common for holding a block of wood of a larger diameter for turning bowls and plates. 1. Select a stock that is at least .2 inches (5 mm) larger than each dimension of the finished workpiece. 2.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    OPERATION TO SHAPE THE INSIDE OF THE BOWL Stop the lathe and move the tailstock away. Adjust the tool rest in front of the bowl just below the centerline at a right angle to the lathe’s turning axis. Rotate the workpiece by hand to check for clearance. Start by lightly shearing across the top of the workpiece from rim to center.

  • Page 20: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST...
  • Page 21 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 3424-001 Rear Spindle Wheel 3424-038 Spindle Pulley 3424-002 Set Screw Headstock Mounting 3424-039 Screw 3424-003 Ball Bearing, 6004ZZ 3424-040 Lock Washer 3424-004 Retaining Ring 3424-041 Set Screw 3424-005 Headstock 3424-042...
  • Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 3424-070 Strain Relief 3424-081 Tool Holder 3424-071 Power Cord Pan Head Screw, 3424-082 M5x12 Pan Head Screw, 3424-072 M5x10 3424-083 Sealing Plate 3424-073 Lock Washer, 5mm 3424-084 Rubber Ring 3424-074 Flat Washer, 5mm...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING: Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replace- ments should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...

  • Page 24: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years used for professional or commercial use.

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