IGM 151-1836, Operating Instructions Manual

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Head stock clamp lever.

The head stock clamp lever allows the head 

stock to be released and moved to any position

on the lathe bed. It is located at the back of the 

head stock. 

6.7 Variable speed adjustment knob

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Ensure that the bore of the head stock is clean. 

The drive centre has a number 2 Morse Taper 

that fits into the head stock. Push the centre 

into the head stock bore firmly, and ensure that 

it is securely located. To remove the centre, 

push the rod into the back of the head stock, 

and give it a sharp knock. This will remove the 

drive centre. 

Note

: Never leave the rod in the 

head stock with the machine running.

6.5 Fitting the face plate

Reverse the removal procedure, described 

earlier.

6.6 Lathe controls

Emergency stop button

The emergency stop button will lock in the OFF 

position when fully depressed. To reset it, twist 

clockwise and it will pop out. 

Forward / Reverse switch

The forward / reverse switch selects the 

direction of the rotation of the spindle. The 

forward / reverse switch must only be used 

once the spindle has come to a complete stop.

Start / Stop

The start / stop buttons start the motor and the 

rotation of the spindle.

Speed display 

The speed display shows the RPM of the 

spindle.

Variable speed adjustment knob

The Variable speed adjustment knob adjusts 

the spindle speed.

Spindle 
lock

Face plate 
hole

spindle 

lock

Drive centre removal shaft

drive centre

Emergency stop button

Start / Stop

Forward / reverse switch

Speed 

display

Variable speed adjustment knob

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Increase speed

Decrease speed

Head stock clamp lever