INDEX OF CONTENTS What’s Included Optional Accessories General Instructions for 230V Machines Specific Safety Instructions for Wood turning Lathes Specification Assembly 05-06-07-08 Optional Accessories Assembly 08-09-10 Illustration & Parts Description 11-12-13 Operating Instructions • Fitting & Removing the Faceplate 14-15 •...
WHAT’S INCLUDED Quantity Item Part Model Number AW368WL Woodturning Lathe Lathe Stands with Eight M10 Cap Head Bolts & Washers Lathe Stand Adjustable Feet with M10 thread & Levelling Nuts Tool Storage Angle Plate with two Cap Head Bolts, Spring/Flat Washers...
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V MACHINES The following will enable you to observe good working • Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and is securely tightened in the machine and the correct maintain your tools and equipment in good working speed and function set.
SPECIFICATION Model AW368WL Rating Workshop Power 750 W Spindle Thread M33 x 3.5 mm Spindle Speed (L) 250-720 rpm, (M) 550-1,700 rpm, (H) 1,200-3,350 rpm Forward/Reversing Function Swivel Headstock 60˚, 90˚, 120˚, 180˚ (degrees) Headstock Taper 2 MT Tailstock Taper...
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ASSEMBLY Fig 01 WARNING: THE HEADSTOCK IS HEAVY, IT IS ADVISABLE TO SEEK HELP. 5. Lift the headstock back onto the lathe bed, line up the mounting 'T' bracket beneath the headstock with the machined slot in the centre of the lathe bed and slide the head on.
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ASSEMBLY Fig 10 The switch control box (L) is magnetised and can be positioned any- where on the lathe for ease of use, see fig 14. Four Prong Drive/Live Centre 2. Place flat/spring washer over each cap head bolt. Locate both drive centres and insert the four prong drive Lineup the two holes in the angle bracket with the holes (G) into the headstock drive shaft and the live centre (H) in the left lathe stand, below the headstock and secure...
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ASSEMBLY / OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY Fig 19-20-21-22-23 Motor/Power Cables Two the side of the headstock assembly there are two power sockets. Connect the motor plug to the top socket and the 230V power cable to the lower socket,see fig 18. Fig 18 Stop pin Motor cable...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY 2. Move the tailstock assembly over both beds and lock in place using the locking lever. Tighten the bolts beneath the bed extension (M), both beds should now be level. If not, repeat the process until achieved. Replace the stop pin to the end of the lathe extension (M), see fig 24-25-26- Fig 24-25-26-27 Setup 2...
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY 3. Refit the tool rest banjo assembly onto the extension bed (M), remove the tool rest,locate the tool rest extension post (N) and install. Refit the tool rest, see fig 31-32. Fig 31-32 4. Replace the stop pin into the thread hole to the end of the lathe bed extension.
ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Motor pulley Spindle speed Tailstock access door Digital readout Tool rest Spindle wheel Spindle Tool rest lock Motor Banjo locking handle Stand Control switch box with magnetic base Tool storage Switch box flexible cable Adjustable foot •...
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ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Circuit control box Headstock Tailstock wheel Tailstock barrel lock Motor cable Power cable Lathe bed Locking lever Tailstock barrel with Headstock locking Motor brush access port integrated scale lever mechanism...
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ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Switch control box Forward/Reverse switch (A) Tool storage bracket Drive pulley access door Speed control dial (B) Emergency stop (C) Motor locking handle Motor operating handle 102mm (4inch) Faceplate Motor and spindle drive pulleys Pull out the pivot lock pin to rotate the headstock around with four preset angles, 60˚- 90˚- 120˚...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig 40 DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! Fitting & Removing the Faceplate 1. Locate the index pin (I), rotate the spindle until one of the holes lines up with the top hole in the headstock. Insert the pin to lock the spindle.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig 43-44-45 Fig46-47-48-49-50 90˚ 120˚ 180˚ KEEP WORK AREA AS UNCLUTTERED AS IS PRACTICAL. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS. CONNECT THE LATHE TO THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! Switch Control Box Turn the speed control dial down to the lowest setting. Twist the selector switch to the forward/reverse position and press the 'GREEN' button to start the lathe.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! Headstock Indexing Facility Indexing is an operation of dividing the circumference of a cylindrical workpiece into equal number of divisions. The lathe allows 36 indexed positions at 10˚divisions. The Spindle indexing facility is useful for fluted columns, clock faces and accurate hole positioning.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Drive & Live Centres To remove the four prong drive (G), insert the push rod (K) through the centre of the headstock spindle and push out the 2MT drive, see fig 51. Repeat the procedure to remove the live centre (H) from the tailstock barrel, see fig Fig 51-52 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig 58 Fig 59 2. Using a 12mm Hex key loosen the headstock wheel. Unscrew the wheel from spindle assembly and place safely to one side, see fig 60-61. Fig 60-61 12mm Hex key 3. Press down the motor assembly to retention the drive belt with a slight defection, nip-up the locking handle to secure the motor.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS / MAINTENANCE CAUTION! NEVER START THE LATHE WITH THE INDEX PIN ENGAGED IN THE SPINDLE. CONNECT THE LATHE TO THE MAINS SUPPLY! 8. Switch on the lathe and run the machine off load for several minutes to allow the new belt to bed in. Switch off the lathe and wait until it comes to a complete stop.
MAINTENANCE DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! Daily After Use Monthly • Clean the wood shavings away from the lathe bed • Check the tension of the belt and adjust, see page 17-18 and tool rest. for Changing the Belt Speed. •...
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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS PART No. Description Elastic ring Hex nut Ball bearings Fix plate Faceplate Circlip Spindle Tool rest clamp bolt Spur center Tool rest base Live center Adjustable handle Quill Tool rest Leadscrew Tool rest base lock lever Set screw Lock lever sleeve Tailstock Headstock lock lever...
Axminster, Devon EX13 5PH, United Kingdom This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Object of the declaration: Axminster Workshop AW368WL Woodturning Lathe The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant GB legislation: Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 as amended.
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Axminster, Devon EX13 5PH, United Kingdom This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Object of the declaration: Axminster Workshop AW368WL Woodturning Lathe The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant GB legislation: Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 as amended.
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The Axminster guarantee Buy with confidence from Axminster! So sure are we of the quality, we cover all parts and labour free of charge for three years! For more information visit axminstertools.com/3years The packaging is suitable for recycling. Please dispose of it in a responsible manner. EU Countries Only Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material.
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