DRECHSELMEISTER MIDITEC FU-175 User guide

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Original-Betriebsanleitung Version 1.0
MIDITEC FU-175
WOODTURNING LATHE
Original Instruction Manual

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing the MIDITEC FU-175
Wood Turning Lathe.
The MIDITEC FU-175 is a wood turning lathe that com-
bines innovations with proven methods. The result of
the cooperation between experienced wood turners
and engineers is a great value-for-money wood turning
lathe, that is eminently suitable for beginners, advanced
craftsmen, professionals and artists. Continuing to support
you is important to us. If you have any questions about our
products or service, please call us or send us an email.
We look forward to hearing from you. Your experiences
enable us to keep improving the quality of this wood
turning lathe.
Kind regards
Note:
Based on the continual improvement process, the manufacturer reserves
the right to make alterations in the technical design at any time, without prior
notice and without any manufacturer liability. Without explicit written permis-
sion, no part of this document must be reproduced or passed on, no matter
by which means.
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Gewerbegebiet Am Brennhoflehen , Kellau 167
A-5431 Kuchl
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Mail: [email protected]
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Symbolerklärung ..................................................................................3
Einleitung ................................................................................................4
1. Grundlegende Gesundheits- und Sicherheitshinweise...... 4
2. Bestimmungsgemäße Verwendung.......................................... 6
3. Technische Daten.............................................................................6
Grundausstattung............................................................................. 7
Sonderzubehör optional erhältlich ............................................. 7
4. Funktionsbeschreibung.................................................................. 7
5. Schutzeinrichtungen........................................................................8
NOTHALT/AUS und EIN-Funktion ...............................................8
Warnschilder an der Drechselbank .......................................... 8
Übersicht weiterer Schutzeinrichtungen ................................. 8
6. Anforderungen an den Aufstellungsort.................................... 9
7. Montage der Drechselbank ........................................................10
Beschreibung der Drechselbank ..............................................10
Inhalt der Transportverpackung.................................................12
Montage des Untergestells an das Bankbett........................13
Ausrichten des Spindelstocks....................................................14
Optionale Komponenten............................................................. 15
8. Anschluss der Drechselbank an das Stromnetz .................. 17
9. Inbetriebnahme...............................................................................17
10. Bedienung der Drechselbank.................................................17
Spindelstock.....................................................................................17
Reitstock ............................................................................................18
Handauflage.....................................................................................18
Spindelarretierung .........................................................................19
24-Schritt Teileinrichtung .............................................................19
Hauptschalter und mobile Bedienbox................................... 20
Empfohlener Drehzahlbereich...................................................21
Riemenwechsel..............................................................................24
11. Werkstücke bearbeiten.............................................................. 25
12. Außendrehvorrichtung...............................................................28
13. Pflege und Wartung.................................................................... 29
14. Außerbetriebnahme................................................................... 29
15. Garantiebedingungen ............................................................... 29
16. Störungen.......................................................................................30
17. Anlagen.............................................................................................31
Anlage 1 Konformitätserklärung .................................................31
Anlage 2 Ersatzteillisten..............................................................32
Teileliste A, Spindelstock.........................................................32
Teileliste B, Bankbett, Handauflage, Reitstock..................34
Teileliste C, Untergestell ..........................................................36
Anlage 3 Schaltplan......................................................................37
18. Notizen .............................................................................................31
Explanation of symbols
Use eye protection Use breathing protection
Use hearing protection Environmentally hazardous substances
Use protective footwear Damage or risk to people, the lathe, material or
the environment
Direct risk to health and serious injuries Important information
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Introduction
This handbook contains instructions for assembly, safety
notices, general operating and maintenance instructions and
spare parts lists. The design and construction of the MIDITEC
FU-175 are intended to enable you to work with the machine
without problems for many years, if you comply with the re-
commendations specified in this manual.
1. Basic health and safety notices
Serious injuries can be caused by non-compli-
ance with the following rules and warnings as
well as with the safety notices specified in this
operating manual and on the machine itself.
• In the interest of your own safety.
Read the operating instructions before starting the assembly
and before commissioning the machine. Store these opera-
ting instructions in a safe place and also pass them on if you
hand over the wood turning lathe to someone else.
• Do not make technical changes.
The machine has been designed for working exclusively with
wood.
Familiarize yourself with the applications and restrictions of
the machine and associated risks. If the machine is not used
for its intended purpose, the vendor will not bear any direct
or indirect warranty claims. Furthermore, the vendor is not
liable for injuries caused by the non-intended use of the ma-
chine.
• Get informed before the initial use of the machine.
If you are not familiar with the functions of a wood turning
lathe, find competent help. We urgently recommend an intro-
duction to handling a wood turning lathe by an experienced
person. Your local reseller is always there to help with any
questions concerning the MIDITEC FU-175 lathe or questions
about “woodturning”.
• When young people are using the machine, the relevant
legal requirements of the respective country must be
complied with.
• Physical suitability. Users have to be physically fit and be
introduced to the use of a wood turning lathe by a com-
petent person prior to initial use. Handicapped persons
may use the machine only after previous consultation
by a specialist and with auxiliary resources, if applicable
• Keep children and visitors away from the work place.
Children and visitors must stay in a safe zone outside the
working area. Make the working area child-proof by locking
the workshop and by disconnecting the supply line or ma-
king sure it can be isolated.
Wear suitable clothing.
There is a risk of injury from rotating parts.
Wear tight-fitting clothing. Take o scarves,
rings, bracelets and other jewelry and gar-
ments that could get caught by the rotating
parts. Wear sturdy protective footwear and
ensure the floor is non-slip. Wear headge-
ar/a hair net to protect long hair. Avoid wea-
ring gloves which may be caught during the
wood turning process.
Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Hearing protection: For extended periods on
the wood turning lathe, wear hearing protec-
tion. Dierent materials can generate increa-
sed noise levels during wood turning.
Safety goggles/face mask: Always wear saf-
ety goggles when working with the machine.
Always use adequate eye/face protection.
Conventional eyeglasses are generally only
shock-resistant and safety goggles only pro-
tect the eyes. Face protection protects the
eyes and the face.
Always use adequate eye/face protection. Conventional
eyeglasses are generally only shock-resistant and safety
goggles only protect the eyes. A face shield protects the
eyes and the face.
Breathing protection: Dierent types of
wood, exotic wood materials and other
harmful substances as well as tasks such as
sanding, sawing and drilling can generate
harmful dust. Obtain the appropriate infor-
mation you need. Therefore, only ever ope-
rate the machine in well-ventilated rooms
and wear breathing protection (PPE). Also
use suitable dust extraction and/or filtration
of the circulating air.
If you are using the wood turning lathe commercially, sta-
tutory safety regulations of the respective country must be
complied with.
• Do not work in a damp and dangerous environment.
The Stratos Wood Turning Lathe has been exclusively desi-
gned for use indoors.

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Protect the wood turning lathe from damp and humid loca-
tions. Do not subject the machine to moisture. Ensure the
working environment is suciently lit and ventilated. Avoid
areas with an explosive atmosphere. Non-compliance with
these rules can lead to loss of warranty.
• Keep your work place clean.
Untidy work places and surfaces can cause accidents. Only
after all objects (tools, pieces of wood etc.) have been remo-
ved from the wood turning lathe, should you turn on the ma-
chine. Keep the immediate working area and the floor free
from dirt and ocuts. Accumulated wood chippings are a fire
risk and can cause accidents.
• Fire prevention
Observe fire detection and firefighting options such as loca-
tion and operation of fire extinguishers. So that the motor
receives the necessary cooling, remove regularly the wood
shavings which lie in the lathe bed on the electro motor.
• Comply with electrical safety standards.
Pay attention to the appropriate electrical installation to
which you connect the wood turning lathe and only ever use
the supplied safety plugs. Do not use extension leads.
The isolated sockets used must be fused with a 16 amp sup-
ply. Disconnect the machine from the power supply before
carrying out maintenance or repairs.
• In the event of a power outage, the work piece will con-
tinue to spin freely. The machine slowing down can take
some time.
• Prevent unintentional starting.
As soon as you have connected the safety plug into the pro-
tective contact socket, the machine is ready for operation.
To switch “ON” and “OFF” use the buttons on the moveable
control unit. After end of work pull the plug out of the protec-
tive contact socket.
• Never leave the machine running unsupervised.
Leave the machine only when it has been turned o and has
come to a standstill.
• Safety devices
Make sure the available safety devices are in their position
and kept operational.
• Use the appropriate tools.
Only ever use suitable tools or accessories for wood turning.
Avoid unnecessary load on the tools. Maintain the wood tur-
ning tools in a good condition. Sharp and clean tools help
ensure the best and safe results. This includes the correct
position of the tool in relation to the work piece.
• Never climb on the machine and step on tools.
A tilting machine or a cutting tool which is accidentally tou-
ched can cause serious injuries.
• Remove adjusting wrenches and spanners.
Never leave the T-bar handle in the chuck. When starting the
chuck, the T-bar handle can be ejected and cause serious in-
juries. Get into the habit of checking that all tools have been
removed from the machine before turning it on.
• Cleaning the wood turning lathe.
Turn o the wood turning lathe and pull the mains plug befo-
re cleaning it. Remove wood chippings and dirt with a brush.
Important: After green or wet turning, the lathe bed must be
cleaned immediately!
• Attention during work. Concentrate on your work. Dis-
tractions caused by conversations or carelessness can
cause serious injuries.
Always ensure the correct posture and your balance.
Do not use the machine if you are tired or under the influen-
ce of drugs, alcohol or medication
• Check for damaged parts.
Before using the wood turning lathe or tools, carefully check
them for damage. Ensure that these items are in an appropri-
ate condition and that they are fit for purpose. Check the alig-
nment and attachment of moveable parts. Faulty parts can
impact operation and cause injuries. Damaged parts must be
repaired or replaced by a professional.
• Working with the wood turning lathe.
With the electric current turned o, check, by turning the
spindle with your hand, that the work piece can be rotated
freely.
Check the work piece for parts that may break o it during
the wood turning process. Remember when using adhesives
that cyanoacrylate super glue can remain liquid for hours in
cavities or wide splits. It can be thrown outward because of
the centrifugal force and be ejected in the same direction as
the wood chippings, i.e. toward the wood turner, potentially
causing injuries or representing a health hazard.
Always check whether the correct speed is set before tur-
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Overall dimensions
Length x height x depth ..............................................................................................................................1,350 mm x 1,250 mm x 500 mm
Handles.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Weight
Total weight........................................................................................................................................................................................................43 kg
Distance between centers.................................................................................................................................................................ca. 400 mm
Height of centers................................................................................................................................175 mm (workpiece diameter 350 mm)
Headstock
Spindle thread...........................................................................................................................................................................................M33 x 3.5
Bore ....................................................................................No. 2 Morse taper (MT2) with a through-hole of 10 mm through headstock
Indexing Positions.........................................24-position indexing (in 15 degree increments) with readout scale at the handwheel
Spindle lock by locking with the supplied knockout rod......................................................................................................................2-way
Power unit ................................................................................................. ~230 Volt, three-phase motor, IP54, 1,420 rpm, 50 Hz 750 W
.......................................................................Variable speed control of the motor by the potentiometer on the movable control unit
Mains supply..................................................................................................................................................................230 Volt ~ 1/N/PE 50 Hz
Speed stages (rpm on the spindle)……....…… ..............................................................Stage I 80 – 800 rpm, Stage II 170 – 1,700 rpm
........................................................................................................................................... and Stage III 360 – 3,700 rpm by moving the belt
Tailstock
Bore ................................................................................................................................. No. 2 Morse taper (MT2) with 10 mm through-hole
Quill travel ...................................................................................................................................................................................50 mm with scale
Tool rest..............................................................................................................................................................150 mm with 25.4 mm (1“) stem
Emission sound pressure level......................................................................................................................................................... <79 dB (A)
3. Technical data
2. Intended Use
Use the lowest speed for new work pieces or work pieces that
are not round.
Turn using the recommended speed (Table in Fig. 29).
Never slow down the work piece with your hand.
Position the tool rest as close to the work piece as possible
(about 5-10 mm). Before each start, turn the work piece with
your hand in order to ensure that it rotates freely. Use the hand
wheel for this. Turn o the wood turning lathe every now and
then in order to position the tool rest ideally
The MIDITEC FU-175 Wood Turning Lathe has been designed
and built for indoors work in the hobby sector and for se-
mi-professional turning work (max. 6 hours continuous ope-
ration a day) using wood materials, horn, bone and plastics in
small sizes. Processing of other materials is not permitted or
may only take place in particular cases after feedback with the
equipment manufacturer.
The wood turning lathe must exclusively be used for turning
between centers and face plate turning of round and regularly
shaped, prismatic work pieces.
The wood turning lathe is not suitable for use in environments
with a risk of explosion.
In the event of non-intended use of the machine, risk to peo-
ple and material damage can result, as well as the machine‘s
function being compromised.
If the wood turning lathe is used for anything other than listed
above, its use will be deemed as non-intentional. As the ma-
nufacturer, we will not accept any liability for damage caused
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Basic equipment
150 mm Tool rest, 80 mm Face plate, Live center MT2, 25
mm 4-Prong drive center MT2, Face plate wrench to loo-
sen the face plate from the spindle, Tool holder, Control
unit holder, knockout rod and instruction manual.
Additional equipment (optional)
• Bed extension (600mm)
• Maschine base/feet
• Tool rest 350 mm
Rating plate
The MIDITEC FU-175 wood turning lathe is a machine with
which cylindrical or prismatic wooden work pieces are gene-
rally processed. For this, work pieces are secured between
headstock and tailstock using a drive center (headstock) and
live center (tailstock) or a particular clamping device (chuck,
face plate) and driven via an electric motor.
Drive is from an electric motor via pulleys to the spindle. Stra-
tos has two speed stages (gear ratios) that you can select.
Fine-tuning of the speed takes place via frequency conversi-
on which is regulated by a potentiometer (POTI in short) on
the movable control unit, so you can steplessly set the speed
in the respective speed stage. This will help you select the
appropriate speed corresponding to the diameter and the
shape of the work piece. It will improve safety during wood
turning and the quality of the work piece surface.
In order to turn on the power unit, first connect the lathe to
a power socket. On the movable control box (Fig. 2), switch
on the motor and increase the speed on the potentiometer.
Automatic deactivation
The MIDITEC FU-175 is equipped with a zero-voltage switch
which deactivates the lathe in the event of a power outa-
ge and it prevents restarting when the power has been res-
tored. The speed can also be turned o via the frequency
converter in the event of overload during wood turning. In
order to restore the wood turning lathe to operation in any
case, the cause must be eliminated. In the event of a power
outage, power must be restored. In the event of overload,
the load must be reduced or the pulley with a lower speed
must be chosen.
Using the tool rest, the turning tools are manually moved to-
ward the work piece. This poses a risk of injury because the
resulting cutting forces have to be countered by the user.
In order to compensate for the resulting forces, the turning
tools must always rest firmly on the tool rest.
It is important that you read the operating instructions care-
fully before initial use in order to familiarize yourself with the
risks that can be created by the operation of the machine (in
particular rotating parts, resulting forces and risk of injury).
If you have no experience with wood turning, please get in-
formed before working with the wood turning lathe. In order
to do this, ask someone with experience in wood turning and
have them train you. If you’re not confident with most tools
and/or suer from frequent catches with gouges and skews,
we recommend attending a Basic Woodturning course. At
our site, we are oering beginners‘ and advanced courses.
The Electronic Frequency Converter (FC)
Deltas FC is particularly quiet and programmed ready for
operation. Do not change or modify the FC by yourself. Ope-
ration of the knurled screw or the programming key at the
rear of the FC is restricted to qualified personnel. Setting
lathe speed by the user or woodturner may only be altered
by turning the potentiometer knob on the movable control
unit. The FC is designed with a soft start/stop function. After
switching the lathe o the run-out time of the rotating work-
piece cannot be shortened by using the handwheel. Wait un-
til the machine has come to a standstill.
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EMERGENCY STOP/OFF and ON Function
The lathe is equipped with a red combination switch (0) with which it
can be EMERGENCY STOPPED as well as stopped in the conventio-
nal way (Fig. 2). By pressing the red button (0), all machine functions
are deactivated.
To restart, press the green ON button (I).
The toggle switch is used to shift the rotational direction of the spindle
from “forward” to “reverse” and vice versa. Be sure, that faceplates or
chucks are secured with a lowering guard to the spindle. The potenti-
ometer regulates the rotational speed.
Danger!
The wood turning lathe must always be used with functioning safety devices. Turn o the lathe immediately on
noticing that a safety device is faulty or has been removed! All accessories added by the user must be equipped
with the specified safety devices.
Overview of other safety devices
The wood turning lathe is equipped with various safety devices:
1. Electrical grounding conductor which is connected to the local mains supply via the safety plug.
2. Cover with interrupter switch over the pulley drive.
3. Electric motor cover.
4. Emergency stop via the movable control unit.
5. Stop rods on both lathe ends.
5. Safety functions
The safety devices are for the protection of people and material assets. Without intact safety devices, severe injuries can be the
consequence.
Warning signs on the wood turning lathe
The warning signs on the wood turning lathe are for your
safety. Always keep them legible and observe their meaning
Wear safety goggles (see Fig. 3).
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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6. Installation site requirements
Requirement Recommendation
Lathe installation site
Position the MIDITEC FU-175 in a dry interior, close to a power source (isolated socket).
Ensure the floor is level, solid and stable. Leave sucient space as working area in
front of the machine. Other machines in the workshop must not interfere with the lathe's
operation.
Lighting and ventilation
Ensure adequate lighting and ventilation. Also use adjustable lighting for your working
area at the lathe so no shadow is cast on the work piece.
We recommend a light source with a value of at least 300 LUX, or even better, 500 LUX
at the cutting edge of the tool. If possible, position the machine close to a window.
Electrical equipment
To operate the wood turning lathe, a suitable, conventional isolated socket. Electric
cables and sockets must comply with local electricity regulations.
If in doubt, ask your electrical specialist. Avoid the use of an extension cable (see Chap-
ter "Connecting the wood turning lathe to the mains supply").
Ventilation
Adequately ventilate your work place. The degree of ventilation depends on the size of
the workshop and the number of work pieces being processed.
The use of dust extractors and filters reduces health hazards.
Working height Set up the working height of the wood turning lathe so the spindle center is at the same
level as the user's elbow.
Working area There must be free area of 80 cm in front of the lathe.
Stand
As the MIDITEC FU-175 is a compact table-top the user is responsible for a suitable
installation area or a suitable rack. Ask your reseller Your reseller is able to oer you a
stand.
Note: Using the enclosed 3/8” x 50 mm bolts instead the feet the lathe can be firmly tigh-
tened to a stand (see annex 4, page 38).
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7. Assembling the wood turning lathe
Description of the woodturning lathe
2.4
2.4
2.4
1.1
2.2 2.1 2.3
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.6
2.9
2.5
3
1.2
1.3
4.1
4.2
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
4.3
1.5
2
4
1
1 Head Stock
1.1 Handwheel
1.2 Pulley cover
1.3 Spindle with M33 threads
1.4 Face plate (will be mounted on the spindle)
1.5 Spur Center
2 Lathe bed
2.1 Electric motor
2.2 Quick release lever – Motor detent
2.3 Motor clamping lever
2.4 Rubber feet
2.5 Digital speed display
2.6 Handles
2.7 Frequency converter
2.8 Movable control unit
2.9 Holes for bed extension
3 Tailstock
3.1 Handwheel
3.2 Quill locking handle
3.3 Quill with scale
3.4 Live Center
3.5 Clamping shaft
4 Tool rest base
4.1 Clamping shaft
4.2 Tool rest locking handle
4.3 Tool rest
Fig. 4

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Tool recommendations for assembly:
• 14 mm wrench to mount the four feet, Phillips screwdriver, Allen key for loosening the lowering guard before the face plate
is unscrewed with the Face plate wrench from the spindle.
Delivery contents
A Lathe bed with headstock, Tailstock with Live center (MT2), Tool rest base
B Frequency converter (FC)
C Digital speed display and Movable control unit
D 80 mm Face plate with M33 x 3.5 mm threads and two 5 mm Lowering guard allen screws
C 4-Prong Spur center 25 mm (MT2)
A
DE
C
B
Assembly information:
We carefully packaged the machine at our site. Upon receipt, please check the packaging for damage or whether the machine
has become damaged during transport as well as whether the contents are complete. In the event of complaints, please report
them to your supplier immediately and do not start using the machine. Claims at a later stage will not be accepted. Using this
machine with others can lead to loss of warranty.
The packaging is made of raw material and can be returned to the raw materials cycle via the available local collection sites. Dis-
pose of the packaging material only when the wood turning lathe has been assembled and is functioning properly.
Carefully read the operating manual beforehand!
• Be aware of the weight of the lathe and hand-
le them carefully to avoid causing yourself any
injuries. For transportation of the lathe use the
handles.
• Ensure that all bolted joints are tight but not
over-tightened. Check all bolted joints for tight-
ness after eight operating hours.
• Do not connect the mains plug to the shockproof
socket until the assembly is completed
Warning!
Fig. 5

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Accessories in the cover of package
F Face plate wrench to loosen the face plate from the spindle
G Knock out bar
H Handle
I 24-position indexing locking pin with magnet holder
J 3/8” x 50 mm Hard rubber foot socket (height-adjustable)
K 3/8 x 50 mm screws for special mounting of the MIDITEC FU-175
L 150 mm Tool rest with 25.4 mm (1”) stem
Danger!
• Be aware of the weight of MIDITEC FU-175 and the individual components and handle them carefully to avoid
causing yourself any injuries.
• Always have at least two persons to carry the MIDITEC FU-175, using the two handles.
• Provide for a suitable and stable stand.
• The mains plug may not be connected with the shockproof socket until assembly is completed
Fig. 6
Fig. 8
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Lathe assembly
Using at least two persons, lift the MIDITEC FU-175 turning lathe out of the polystyrene packing and onto an appropriate base.
Pay attention to the connected supply cables of the frequency converter and the moveable control unit.
Mounting the frequency converter.
The left lower cover plate of the FC is pushed over the screw shaft on the mounting plate (Fig. 9) on the rear of the headstock.
Then the FC is fixed on the upper right side with a second screw (Fig. 10). Both screws must finally be tightened.
Use the located screws to fix the hinge for the bed cover.
(Fig. 11 )
Before the plugs of the frequency converter and the speed
sensor are connected (Fig. 12) to the plug coupling of the
digital speed display a cable protection conduit is pushed
about the supply cables. When plugging the components to-
gether be sure, that they audibly engage. By the design the
cable connections could not be mixed by mistake. Finally the
cable protection conduit is pushed over the plug-in contacts
(Fig. 13).
Fig. 9
Fig. 12
Fig. 11
Fig. 10
Fig. 13

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The MIDITEC FU-175 is equipped with two handles. One
handle is already fitted. The second handle (included in the
standard delivery) must be attached with two screws.
Using the four 3/8” x 50 mm screws (included in the standard
delivery) instead the rubber feet, the lathe can be mounted
on stand.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Assembling the bed extension (available as an option)
The bed extension adds 600 mm to the lathe´s lenght. This
accessory is not part of the shipment.
• Before attaching the bed extension, push the tailstock
away from the end to the center of the lathe bed
• Using a second person, position the bed extension flush
with the lathe bed and insert the Allen set screws with
the washers through the holes in the bed extension into
the threaded holes on the lathe bed.
• Lift the lathe bed extension slightly above the top edge
of the lathe bed. Tighten the screws only so much that
the extension is held in position.
IMPORTANT: So the tailstock can easily be moved along the groove, the lathe bed and extension have to be accurately aligned.
Advice: Before tightening the bed extension, guide the tailstock over the connection point and tighten it. This will align the
connection.
• If required, use a rubber hammer or a hammer with a wooden block underneath in order to align the bed extension with the
lathe bed. Never directly hit the metal surface with a metal hammer! Tap until both surfaces and the insides are completely
aligned.
• Then tighten the Allen set screws. Ensure that the alignment of both parts does not change.
• The operator must use an isolated socket fused with 16 amp. The mains voltage and rating must correspond to the data
on the lathe‘s rating plate.
• The building must be equipped with mains protection which is connected to the lathe‘s safety plug.
• The supplied safety plug must be used with a suitable isolated socket which has been appropriately installed, according
to country-specific electrical regulations.
Fig. 13
8. Connecting the wood turning lathe to the mains supply
Danger!
• A lathe which has been connected and does not comply with regulations can lead to an electric shock.
• All connections and repairs to the electrical equipment must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

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Headstock
The headstock consists of the housing, pulleys with gear
ratio, spindle with M33 x 3.5 mm thread as well as a No. 2
Morse taper (MT2), cover for pulleys, 24-position indexing,
handwheel and an 80 mm faceplate.
Replacing the 4-prong spur center
Using the supplied knock out bar, the 4-prong spur center
can be pushed out from the rear through the spindle shaft. In-
itially, try to push out the spur center with gentle taps. During
this process, carefully hold on to the outside of the 4-prong
spur center with your other hand. Do not hold on to the 4-pro-
ng spur center at its face or by the jaws as this can cause
injuries.
• To begin with, check that the machine has been set up and assembled correctly.
• Before commissioning, remove all loose parts and tools that may be lying on the lathe.
• On the movable control unit, turn the toggle switch to „forward“ and turn the potentiometer all the way to the left, to zero.
• Insert the safety plug into the designated isolated socket.
• To start the machine, press the green button (I) on the movable control unit.
• By turning the potentiometer, you are increasing the speed to the required rpm
When starting the lathe with a work piece inserted, ensure the potentiometer is on „0“. Then press the green ON button
to turn on the speed.
Lathe bed and other parts like components and accessories are coated with corrosion preventative grease and have to be
cleaned before assembling. This is best done with a degreaser and paper towels.
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
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Replacing the faceplate
The lathe is supplied with a screwed 80 mm
faceplate. Before the faceplate can be un-
screwed from the spindle thread, release
the two Allen screws at the side using an Al-
len key. During reverse operation the Allen
screws are used here as a stop rod. To fix
the spindle use the knock out bar. Then the
face plate is loosened with the Face plate
wrench. Face plate wrench.
Fig. 16
Tailstock
Never loosen the quill on the tailstock or the tailstock itself
while the work piece is rotating. The tailstock is equipped
with a MT2 quill. The quill guide is equipped with a quick-re-
lease lever which must always be fixed using the handwheel
after securing the side grain. Next to the quick-release lever,
there is a lock lever which is used for adjusting the quill. Plea-
se ask your specialist dealer if needed.
On the back of the tailstock, there is the clamping lever for
fixing the tailstock on the lathe bed. It can be removed by
loosening the snap ring and relocated to the front of the
tailstock.
Regularly check proper clamping of the tailstock on the lathe bed. The tailstock guarantees an exact alignment between live
center and spur center. This guarantees low vibration woodturning and is the best prerequisite for exact drilling with a tailstock.
In order to move the tailstock on the lathe bed, loosen the clamping lever, move the tailstock to the required position and se-
cure it there again.
To move the quill in or out, loosen the quill‘s quick-release lever and turn the handwheel. Live centers and tools with a No. 2
Morse taper (MT2) can be used with the quill. In order to attach the tool, insert it quickly and tightly by hand into the quill sup-
port. Do not hit it into the socket. In order to prevent the tool falling out, hold on to it from the outside.
Caution: The center point can cause injuries.
Replacing the live centers
The live center can be ejected by turning the headstock handwheel counter-clockwise. Alternatively, it can also be pushed out
from the rear with the knock out bar.
Fig. 16
Danger!
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Tool rest
After loosening the clamping lever, the tool rest support is
moved to the required position on the lathe bed and secured
there.
Move the tool rest close to the work piece. Every wood tur-
ner will choose the best setting for himself/herself. Before
turning on the lathe, the work piece is rotated manually to en-
sure that it has no contact with the tool rest. During the work
process, the lathe is stopped and the tool rest is adjusted at
regular intervals.
Spindle lock
To lock the spindle use the knock out bar. Insert the knock
out bar into the hole provided on the spindle and use the tool
rest as support (Fig. 20).
It is essential that the motor is not turned on during locking
of the spindle.
Locking device (excenter cleat)
If the tailstock or the tool rest support cannot be secured on
the lathe bed, the excenter cleat must be readjusted. Pull the
tailstock or the tool rest support to the end of the lathe bed
and loosely tighten the self-locking nut (Fig. 18 and Fig. 19).
Fig. 17
Fig. 20
Danger!
• As long as wood turning tools are in contact with the work piece, they have to rest securely on the tool rest.
• In order to prevent trapping your fingers during sanding or polishing work, the tool rest must be removed
from the work piece.
Fig. 19
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24-position indexing
To click the 24-position indexing into place use the locking
pin (Fig. 26). This enables an even graduation in 15° in-
crements during one turn of the spindle. Using this gradu-
ation, the spindle can be divided 24, 12, 8, 6, 4 and 2 times
per rotation. The indexing is used to make reeded profiles on
pillars, spinning wheel hubs, watch dials, evenly drillings and
milling on boxes, plates, bowls or vases and much more. Use
the locking pin with magnetic holder to fix the spindle. There
is a readout scale on the headstock´s hand wheel and, if the
pulley´s cover is open on the outside of the #1 pulley.
So the locking pin with magnetic holder you need is always
on hand, fix the pin to the lathe.
You must make sure that the mains plug has been dis-
connected. Do not turn the motor on during locking.
Use the 24-position indexing only for graduation, not for loo-
sening a chuck from the spindle.
Movable control unit
Position the movable control unit (Fig. 48) in an easy-to-reach
place
• The red button (0) is a combination button for EMER-
GENCY STOP and OFF (0) during woodturning.
• The green ON button (I) is used to turn on the lathe du-
ring woodturning.
• The toggle switch is for forward and reverse operation.
It is usually in the forward position. Reverse operation is
rarely used, e.g. during repeated sanding.
• The potentiometer (poti) is used to regulate the speed.
Turn it clockwise and the speed increases. Turn it coun-
ter-clockwise and the speed decreases.
Fig. 21
Fig. 23
Fig. 22
Warning!
• Always position the movable control unit within reach on the lathe or in the designated holder so you can
activate the EMERGENCY STOP button (0) at any time.
• When working with chucks, face plates and other M33 tools, a stop rod must be used during reverse ope-
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Changing spindle speeds by changing belt positions
The motor drives the spindle pulleys via 3 pulleys using a
Poly-V belt. A slower spindle speed is needed for work with
larger diameters in order to maintain an ideal torque. This
means that if you have turned a spinning top for example and
then want to turn a bowl with a diameter of 30 cm or more,
the motor output might be reduced under heavy use. The-
refore, a dierent speed must be selected. Under the cover
on the headstock, there are three pulleys. Using these, you
can choose between the three speed ranges. Disconnect the
mains plug and only then open the cover on the headstock
(Fig. 24).
Combination: (see Fig. 25)
• Stage I for 80 - 800 rpm
• Stage II for 170 - 1,700 rpm
• Stage III for 360 – 3,600 rpm
Recommended speed range
1. Look for the work piece diameter.
2. Determine the intersection to the speed with a vertical line.
3. From this point, go left and determine the speed (rpm).
Fig. 24
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Then open the belt cover at the left side of the base (Fig. 24). For that the small locking screw to the right of digital speed
display must be loosened. Free the motor by loosening the motor lock handle (Fig 27). Lift the motor mount handle slightly to
take tension o the belt. Install the belt to the desired pulley groove, top and bottom. Make sure the belt is aligned with spindle
pulley and motor pulley and is running vertical.
For proper seating of the belt rotate the spindle with the handwheel.
Pressing down with 2 fingers or the thumb will provide adequate pressu-
re. Do not straighten the belt too tightly. On pressing the two sides of the
belt with hands, the pulley must give at least 1 – 2 cm.
Tension the belt by pressing down on the motor mount handle and re-
tighten the motor lock handle (Fig. 27). Close the cover on the headstock
and the belt cover at the left side of the base and tighten the two locking
screws.
Now you can connect the mains plug again. Then check the perfect run
of the lathe. The new speed range is available
Replacing the belt
If you ever need to replace a faulty belt, it is necessary to dismantle the
spindle. Therefore please contact your local supplier.
With appropriate technical knowledge you can replace the belt as fol-
lows:
Disconnect the mains plug and only then open the cover on the head-
stock (Fig. 30). Free the motor by loosening the motor lock handle (Fig
33). Lift the motor mount handle slightly to take tension o the belt.
Remove the old belt using either a pair of scissors or a knife for cutting.
Before the new belt can be mounted the spindle must be removed (Fig.
35). Then insert the new belt and remount the spindle in reverse order.
Tension the belt by pressing down on the motor mount handle and retigh-
ten the motor lock handle (Fig. 33). Close the cover on the headstock and
tighten with the locking screw.
Now you can connect the mains plug again. Then check the perfect run
of the lathe with the new belt.
Fig. 25 Fig. 26
Fig. 27
Fig. 28