Wen 34027, Manual

Page 1: ...ention 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 IMPORTANT MODEL 34027 12 X 16 VARI...

Page 2: ...tments 10 Operation 15 Maintenance 21 Troubleshooting Guide 22 Exploded View Parts List 23 Warranty Statement 26 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 34027 Motor 120 V 60 Hz 4 5A S6 40 Swing Over Bed 12 in Dis...

Page 3: ...cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice Keep this manual available to all users d...

Page 4: ...2 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrig erators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded 3 Do not abus...

Page 5: ...y power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 3 Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjus...

Page 6: ...sories that are damaged or worn Make sure all tools chisels and accessories are sharp enough for the task at hand before using them Always use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate Always...

Page 7: ...ol is plugged in during an accessory change or adjust ment 16 CLEANING Never use solvents to clean plastic parts Solvents could dissolve or otherwise dam age the material Use only a soft damp cloth to...

Page 8: ...OR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft 50 ft 100 ft 150 ft 4 5A 18 gauge 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge GUIDELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A...

Page 9: ...axis so you can create various symmetrical profiles in wood by chisel ing sanding and using other tools Refer to the diagram below to become familiarized with the parts and controls of your wood lath...

Page 10: ...low If any part is damaged or missing please contact our cus tomer service at 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email us at techsupport wenproducts com PACKING LIST 10 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N A Lathe B...

Page 11: ...ST Loosen the locking handle Fig 3 3 and insert the tool rest Fig 3 1 into the tool rest base Fig 3 2 Adjust the height up or down to the desired position and then tighten the locking handle The handl...

Page 12: ...few times to advance the quill Fig 9 2 forward 2 Make sure the surfaces of both the spur center and the spindle are clean If they are not the center will not seat properly in the spindle 3 Push the li...

Page 13: ...ternatively you can re move the stop at the end of the bed and slide the tailstock and tool rest off 4 Adjust the hex nut until the tool rest base can be locked onto the back support INSTALLING BED EX...

Page 14: ...d spindle locked For example when cutting flutes on a spindle blank with a handheld router you may want evenly spaced features and designs placed around the cir cumference of the workpiece The 24 inde...

Page 15: ...lowly 3 Speed Dial rotate the dial to set the lathe to the desired speed 4 Main Switch turn the lathe off and on Remove the safety key to prevent the machine from oper ating 5 Directional Switch chang...

Page 16: ...can also be used for cutting beads and V grooves 3 Spindle gouge the spindle gouge cuts coves beads and free form contours It can also be used for producing shallow hollows on faceplate turnings 4 Pa...

Page 17: ...while it is mounted on the spindle of the lathe Fig 20 Clean the tapered end of the spur center and the inside of the headstock spindle Insert the tapered end of the spur center with the attached wor...

Page 18: ...le gouge start in the center between the two cuts and cut down each side to form the bead Roll the tool in the direction of the cut COVES Fig 23 Use a spindle gouge to create a cove With the flute of...

Page 19: ...w speed with awareness that fresh coats have a tendency to splash and fling if not given adequate drying time Allow it to dry and sand again with 320 to 400 grit sandpaper Apply a second coat of finis...

Page 20: ...e Attach the face plate or chuck Finish turning the outside of the bowl with a bowl gouge Leave additional material at the base of the bowl for support while turn ing the interior This will be removed...

Page 21: ...al wear on the drive belt Cracked or broken parts and Any other condition that may affect its safe operation CLEANING STORAGE 1 After every operation use a vacuum to remove dust and chips from the too...

Page 22: ...athe on a flat surface Tools tend to grab or dig in Dull tools Keep tools sharp Tool rest set too low Reposition the tool rest height Tool rest set too far from work piece Reposition the tool rest clo...

Page 23: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 23...

Page 24: ...427 026 1 Quill 1 27 3427 027 Screw Stem 1 28 3427 028 Retaining Ring 1 29 3427 029 1 Tail Stock 1 No Part No Description Qty 30 3427 030 1 Handle 1 31 3427 031 Set Screw 2 32 3427 032 1 Tailstock Han...

Page 25: ...witch Wiring 2 84 3427 084 Directionality Switch 1 85 3427 085 Switch Plate 1 86 3427 086 Self Tapping Screw 3 No Part No Description Qty 87 3427 087 Power Switch 1 88 3427 088 1 Foot 4 89 3427 089 Co...

Page 26: ...he product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the warranty card and or the...