Summary of Contents for Rockler VS 12-24
- Page 1 VS 12•24 Variable Speed Midi Lathe Instructions Effective July 2023 Review full instructions prior to use for important safety information. Always check Rockler.com to confirm that you are using the most recent version of instructions for your product.
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Page 2: General Safety Warnings
(see the to ensure that anyone you allow to use this product reads instructions link on the product page at Rockler.com). and complies with all instructions and safety precautions outlined in this manual prior to use. - Page 3 PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS Electrical/Grounding Safe Use > Connect only to a properly grounded outlet, > Do NOT lift more than you are able. If the VS 12•24 preferably a GFCI outlet. In the event of a malfunction Variable Speed Midi Lathe feels too heavy for you to lift on or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least your own, obtain the help of another adult to lift the unit into resistance for electric current to reduce the risk...
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS CONTINUED > Use the reverse-direction feature ONLY for sanding. > Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a NEVER attempt to cut wood with gouges or chisels with guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully the workpiece spinning in reverse mode.
- Page 5 Unboxing and Cleaning Check to make sure that you have all parts and that the product is not damaged. If you find damage, contact Rockler Technical Support at 1-800-260-9663 or support@rockler.com. Keep all packaging in case the product will need to be returned.
- Page 6 Electrical Connections and Grounding This appliance is for use on a nominal 120V circuit and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig 1. Make sure that the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
- Page 7 Changing Spindle Speed Between High and Low Ranges Using the Spindle Reverse Feature > Always turn off and unplug the lathe before adjusting > Use the reverse-direction feature ONLY for sanding. the belt to change the spindle speed range. NEVER attempt to cut wood with gouges or chisels with the workpiece spinning in reverse mode.
- Page 8 Mounting a Workpiece Between Centers (Spindle Turning) 7. Continuing to hold the blank, loosen the Quill Lock Handle. Carefully turn the Quill Handwheel to advance the Live Center, making sure to line up the tip with the center of the “X” on the end of the blank. Once the tip of the Live >...
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Page 9: Maintenance
Tool Rest. Variable Speed Midi Lathe Replacement Belt is available from Rockler (71706, sold separately). Maintenance 1. Flip the Front Belt Access Cover (8) up out of the way. - Page 10 Check Rockler.com for updates. If you have further questions, please contact our Technical Support Department at 1-800-260-9663 or support@rockler.com...
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Page 11: Parts List
83 84 35-2 35-1 PARTS LIST Quantity Quantity Lathe Bed Headstock Handwheel Headstock Front Belt Access Cover Hinge Bearing Front Belt Access Cover Retaining Ring Motor Pulley Headstock Spindle Drive Pulley... - Page 12 M5 x 30mm Hex Socket-Head Screw Live Center Cup Center Flat Washer Bearing Headstock Bottom Plate Tailstock Quill Lock Handle Eccentric Locking Shaft Tool Rest Banjo 72333 Distributed by Rockler Companies, Inc. 1-800-279-4441 Rev 07/23 4365 Willow Dr. Medina, MN 55340 www.rockler.com...
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