NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Delta Machinery and we have advised you.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause damage to the machine or injury to the user. 14. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
12. ROTATE THE WORKPIECE BY HAND to check clearance before turning the machine “ON”. 13. CLEAR THE LATHE BED OF ALL OBJECTS (tools, scraps of wood, etc.) before turning the machine “ON”. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. 1. All grounded, cord-connected machines: In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Delta 46-715 14" adjustable speed wood lathe is a big capacity lathe, designed for industry, commercial shops, and schools. NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual color, labeling, or accessories and are intended to illustrate technique only.
The 46-715 lathe comes attached to plyboard. To attach the lathe bed to the stand: Remove the security bars (A) Fig. 4 that are attached to both ends of the lathe bed by removing the two screws (B) Fig. 4 that secure it.
TOOL REST The tool rest (A) and tool rest base (B) are shown in Fig. 17. To position the tool rest on the lathe bed, lift the clamp handle (C), move the tool rest base and lock it in place by pushing down on the handle (C). To adjust the tool rest (A) for the correct height, loosen the locking lever (D), move the tool rest (A) up or down and tighten the locking lever (D).
ADJUSTING CLAMP ON TOOL REST To adjust the tool rest clamping action, use a 15/16" wrench to adjust the nut (A) Fig. 16 in the same manner as the headstock and tailstock. ATTACHING ON/OFF SWITCH TO TOOL The "ON/OFF" switch comes unattached to the tool to protect it from damage in shipping. To attach the "ON/OFF" Switch: Remove the two hex bolts (A) Fig.
Skew Chisel - (B) Fig 26 - used for smoothing cylinders, cutting shoulders, beads, and V-grooves. SpindleTurning - Working with any material that is attached to the lathe centers. Spur - Attaches to the work;piece and causes the workpiece to turn.
Many turners use beeswax, tallow, or a wax-and-oil mixture as a lubricant. A ball bearing center is ideal because it eliminates lubricating. If the work is to be removed from the lathe before completion, an index mark should be made as a guide for re-centering (Fig.
ROUGHING A CYLINDER The large gouge is used in the first turning operation by smoothing the sharp corners of the work. Run the lathe at low speed and hold the gouge in the manner shown in Fig. 33 The cut starts about 2 inches from the tailstock end and continues from this point to the end of the tailstock.
SMOOTHING A CYLINDER To smooth a cylinder, use a large skew chisel. This requires practice, but experience with this tool is very important. Place the cutting point near the center of chisel and high on the work (Fig. 38). Sometimes, in striving for a certain position in relation to the work, the beginner will often overlook this all-important point.
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Cutting beads quickly and accurately with the small skew is Fig. 47 Fig. 48 one of the most difficult lathe operations. Various working methods can be used . The first cut is a vertical incision at the point where the two curved surfaces will eventually come together.
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VEE GROOVES Cutting the vee groove demands much the same technique as the bead, except that the skew is hinged straight into the work without rotation (Fig. 51). Only one-half of the vee is made at a time, and one, two, or more cuts may be needed on each side to obtain the desired shape.
Place the gouge on edge on the tool rest so that the grind of the chisel forms an approximate right angle with the work (Fig. 57). The chisel contacts the work at the center of the cutting edge. Hold the tool so that the centerline of the gouge is pointing directly toward the center of the revolving stock.
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Fig. 68 illustrates a typical inboard faceplate turning set-up. Inboard faceplate turning is used mostly when the workpiece (A) will rotate freely over the lathe bed. The workpiece (A) is mounted to a faceplate and the faceplate is threaded onto the spindle.
For assistance with your machine, visit our website at www.deltamachinery.com for a list of service centers or call the DELTA Machinery help line at 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582). KEEP MACHINE CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air.
Replace new belt by using these instructions in reverse order. Fig. 72 PARTS, SERVICE OR WARRANTY ASSISTANCE All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network • of Porter-Cable Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-223-7278 (In Canada call 1-800-463-3582).
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site for the name of your nearest supplier. Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous.
Two Year Limited New Product Warranty Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any new Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection.
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