MasterCraft 55-4504-8, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 12 Mini Wood Lathe 55 4504 8 01 07 Toll Free Helpline 1 800 689 9928...

Page 2: ...Contents MINI WOOD LATHE MODEL NUMBER 55 4504 8 MOTOR 120 V AC 60 Hz 3 A SPEEDS 500 3500 RPM SWITCH Removable key type DISTANCE BETWEEN CENTRES 12 30 cm SWING OVER BED 8 20 cm DRIVE SPINDLE 1 25 mm 8...

Page 3: ...rings watches etc when operating the tool Loose clothing and other items can get caught in moving parts and draw the operator in ALWAYS wear non slip footwear and tie back long hair 8 WEAR A FACE MAS...

Page 4: ...SHOP CHILDPROOF Use padlocks and master switches and remove starter keys 19 DO NOT operate the tool when under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that may affect your ability to use the tool...

Page 5: ...to bite into the wood The wood could split or be thrown from the lathe 11 When shaping a piece of stock position the tool rest above the centreline of the lathe 12 DO NOT operate the lathe if it is ro...

Page 6: ...outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances DO NOT ALTER THE PLUG If it does not fit into the outlet have the proper type of outlet installed by a...

Page 7: ...person before using it Keep extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas Use a separate electric circuit for operating power tools This circuit should consist of not less t...

Page 8: ...te C Tool rest D Tailstock lock lever E Tailstock cup centre F Spindle lock lever G Hand wheel H Tailstock I Tool rest lock lever J Base lock lever K Tool rest base L Motor M Speed control knob N ON O...

Page 9: ...parts carefully For your safety the lathe must be completely assembled before it is plugged it into the power supply WARNING IF THERE ARE ANY MISSING OR DAMAGED PARTS DO NOT PLUG THE LATHE IN UNTIL AL...

Page 10: ...ructed using four pieces The shoulder screw 1 passes through the spring 2 and the handle lever 3 and bolt 4 If either of the lock levers has come loose from the lathe or has come apart in shipping rea...

Page 11: ...dle is belt driven so it will turn freely if it is not held stationary while the faceplate is tightened or loosened 3 Insert the tip of the push out rod 3 into one of the slots in the side of the head...

Page 12: ...and the circuit breaker reset button Speed control knob Fig 8 The speed control knob 1 is used to set the speed of the lathe to suit the weight of the workpiece or the type of tool that is being used...

Page 13: ...removed from the switch when it is in the OFF position Once the key is removed the switch is locked in that position and the lathe cannot be started Store the key in a safe place when the lathe is le...

Page 14: ...oles through the centre of a workpiece that is mounted on a faceplate Tool rest Fig 10 1 Move the tool rest base 1 by loosening the lock lever 4 and then moving the base to the right or left and back...

Page 15: ...ntre of both spindles 2 Apply a coat of automotive wax to the bed in order to help keep the surface clean and to facilitate the movement of the tool rest and tailstock 3 Lubricate the spring levers an...

Page 16: ...6x10 1 37 Screw M6x10 2 37A Cup assembly includes parts 32 33 and 34 1 38 Tailstock spindle 1 39 Nut M6 1 40 Wheel 1 41 Handle 1 42 Screw 1 43 Handle cap 1 44 Eccentricity shaft B 1 45 Threaded sleeve...

Page 17: ...Mastercraft replacement parts Use of any other parts may cause damage to the product Servicing of the wood lathe should be performed by a qualified service technician WARNING ANY ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR...

Page 18: ...raft Canada agrees to have any defective part s repaired or replaced free of charge within the stated warranty period when returned by the original purchaser with proof of purchase This product is not...