Jet JML-1014VS User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
JML-1014VS Mini Lathe
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
Ph: 888-804-7129 ▪ Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] M-08351VS 8/03
www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © WMH Tool Group

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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET Model 1014VS Variable
Speed Mini Lathe. Its purpose, aside from proper machine operation, is to promote safety
through the use of accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life
and efficiency from your lathe, and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual
thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully.
Warranty & Service
WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our
Authorized Repair Stations located throughout the United States can give you quick service.
In most cases, any one of these WMH Tool Group Repair Stations can authorize warranty repair, assist you in
obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET, Performax, Powermatic or
Wilton tools.
For the name of an Authorized Repair Station in your area, call 1-800-274-6848.
More Information
WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product
information, check with your local WMH Tool Group distributor or visit wmhtoolgroup.com.
Limited Warranty
WMH Tool Group (including JET, Performax, Powermatic and Wilton brands) makes every effort to assure
that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original retail
consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship as
follows: 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ALL PRODUCTS UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE. This
warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal
wear-and-tear, repair or alterations outside our facilities, or to a lack of maintenance.
WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE, FROM
THE DATE THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL. EXCEPTAS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. WMH TOOL GROUP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO
PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to
an Authorized Repair Station designated by our office. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, WMH Tool Group will
either repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide a
repair or replacement, if you are willing to accept a refund. WMH Tool Group will return repaired product or
replacement at our expense, but if it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes
not within the scope of our warranty, then the user must bear the cost of storing and returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only. WMH Tool Group reserves the right to effect at any time,
without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem
necessary for any reason whatsoever.

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 WARNING
For your own safety, read this instruction manual before operating the lathe.
Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.
Tighten all locks before operating.
Rotate the workpiece by hand before applying power.
Rough out the workpiece before installing on the faceplate.
Do not mount a split workpiece or one containing a knot.
Use the lowest speed when starting a new workpiece.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.
Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
Do not use in a dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Keep children away. All visitors should be a kept safe distance from the work area.
Make the workshop kid proof with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
Don’t force the tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersize
cord will cause a drop in the line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For runs up to 25 feet,
use an 18 AWG or larger gauge cord. For runs up to 50 feet, use a 16 AWG or larger gauge cord. For
runs up to 100 feet, use a 14 AWG or larger gauge cord. For runs up to 150 feet, use a 12 AWG or
larger gauge cord. Runs over 150 feet are not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
Wear eye protection. Always use safety glasses. Also use face or dust masks if the cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work when it’s practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate the tool.
Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
Disconnect tools before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, bits cutters, and the like.
Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure the switch is in the off position before plugging in the
machine.

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Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause a risk of injury.
Never stand on a tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
Never leave the tool running unattended. Turn the power off. Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate this machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication.
Health hazards. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paint.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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Electrical Requirements
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current
to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
conductor, with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes, is the
equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only three wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles that
accept the tool’s plug.*
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks the one in illustration A, Figure 1. The
tool has a grounding plug like that in illustration A. A temporary adapter, like the adapter in illustration B and
C, may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle, as shown in illustration B if a properly grounded
outlet is not available.** The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be
installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear or tab, extending from the adapter, must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.
* Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to be certified SJT type or better.
** Use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.
Fig. 1

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Specifications: JML-1014VS
Stock Number....................................................................................................................708351
Swing Over Bed (in.) ................................................................................................................ 10
Swing Over Tool Rest Base (in.)............................................................................................7 1/2
Working Distance Between Centers (in.)................................................................................... 14
Variable Speed Range (RPM)......................................................................................500 - 3,900
Headstock Spindle Threads (in. x T.P.I.)................................................................................1 x 8
Hole Through Spindle (in.)....................................................................................................... 3/8
Headstock Spindle Taper......................................................................................................MT-2
Tailstock Spindle Taper........................................................................................................MT-2
Hole Through Tailstock (in.)..................................................................................................... 3/8
Tailstock Ram Travel (in.)........................................................................................................... 2
Toolrest Length (in.).................................................................................................................... 6
Motor........................................................................................................1/2 HP, 1Ph, 115V only
Overall Dimensions (in.) L x W x H..........................................................28-1/8 x 10-1/4 x 14-1/8
Net Weight (lbs. – approx.)....................................................................................................... 69
Optional Accessories Available from JET
Chisels
5 Piece Mini Set ................................................................................................................709163
3 Piece Pen Turning Set....................................................................................................709160
Pen Kits 24K Gold Titanium Gold
Twist Pen Kit ............................................................................................709004.............709010
Plunger Type Pencil Kit ............................................................................709005.............709011
Mont Blanc Style Pen Kit..........................................................................709006.............709015
Mont Blanc Style Letter Opener................................................................709007.............709013
Pen Mandrel w/bushings....................................................................................................709014
Wood Blanks Exotic Hardwoods (5 piece)..........................................................................709021
Drill Bit 7mm......................................................................................................................709123
Wax Pen Finishing Kit.......................................................................................................709019
Insta-Cure Glue.................................................................................................................709020
Pens from the Woodlathe Book.........................................................................................709123
Chucks
Original NovaChuck & Insert ...................................................................................... 709345K
Companion SupernovaChuck & Insert........................................................................ 709346K
Compac Mini Lathe Chuck.................................................................................................709513
The specifications in this manual are given as general information and are not binding. WMH Tool Group
reserves the right to effect, at any time and without prior notice, alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory
equipment deemed necessary for any reason whatsoever.

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Receiving
1. Remove contents from the shipping box.
2. Inspect contents for shipping damage and report
damage, if any, to your distributor.
3. Be sure to keep the box and packing material
should you need to pack the lathe for moving.
4. Exposed metal surfaces on the lathe have been
factory-treated with a protectant, and should be
cleaned with a soft rag. Do not clean the lathe
with anything other than a damp cloth or a mild
solvent. Use of heavy solvents, paint thinner,
gasoline, etc. will damage painted surfaces.
Contents of the Shipping Carton:
1 - Lathe w/ motor and tailstock
1 - Tool rest
1 - Face plate
1 - Knockout rod
1 - Live center
1 - Spur center
1 - Safety goggles
1 - Owner's manual
1 - Warranty card
Assembly
The JML-1014 is fully assembled and comes ready
to use right out of the box. However, it is a good
practice to thoroughly check the machine for loose
fasteners, handles, etc. before use.
If desired, the lathe can be bolted to a work table or
stand by removing the rubber feet and inserting
screws through the holes in the base. A stand
specifically made for this lathe is available (stock
#708354).
Operation
Tailstock Handwheel (A, Fig. 2) - Turn clockwise
to move tailstock spindle forward. Turn counter-
clockwise to retract tailstock spindle.
Tailstock Spindle Lock (B, Fig. 2) - Locks tailstock
spindle. Release to adjust with handwheel.
Tailstock Lock (C, Fig. 2) - Locks tailstock in
position on the bed. Release to move tailstock
assembly closer to or farther from the headstock.

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The tailstock spindle is hollow. This can be useful
for inserting a long bit to drill a hole in the center of
a workpiece on the faceplate.
The clamping device on the tailstock has been
factory adjusted; however if further adjustment
should be needed, slide the tailstock off the end of
the bed, and tighten or loosen the nut (D, Fig. 3)
beneath the tailstock.
Spur Center (A, Fig. 4) - locks into headstock and
holds the workpiece during spindle turning.
 WARNING
Thoroughly clean the taper on the spur
center and the inside of the headstock
spindle before mounting the spur center.
Failure to do so may result in separation of
the two and possible injury or tool damage.
Face Plate (A, Fig. 5) – screws on to the headstock
and is used in face plate turning operations. Mount
your workpiece onto the faceplate with brass wood
screws (not provided). Make sure the screws are not
so long that they will enter the area of the workpiece
where the material is to be removed.
To remove the faceplate from the spindle, place
knock-out rod into hole (Fig. 6) and let it contact the
bed of the lathe for leverage. Then unscrew the
faceplate.

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Knockout Rod (A, Fig. 7) - slides into the
headstock to tap the spur center free. Stored in the
hole in the base below the headstock. NOTE:
Always catch the spur center with your other hand
as it falls, to prevent damage to the tip.
Tool Rest (Fig. 8) - attaches to the bed. Used to
steady cutting tool during spindle turning or face
plate operations.
Adjusting the Tool Rest
Position the tool rest as close to the work piece as
possible. It should be 1/8" above the centerline of
the work piece.
Position the tool rest base on the bed by releasing
the lock handle (A, Fig. 8) and sliding onto the
desired position. Tighten handle (A, Fig. 8) to lock.
Adjust the height of the tool rest by loosening handle
(B, Fig. 8) and raising arm (C, Fig. 8).
Should adjustment of the tool rest clamping device
become necessary, turn off the machine, reach
under the bed, and adjust the clamping nut.
NOTE: The lock levers (B, Fig. 2; B, Fig. 8) are
spring loaded. Simply pull up on the lever, rotate it
on the pin, then release.

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Variable Speed Control
The variable speed control box contains the
electrical connections to the motor, and has three
external controls.
 WARNING
Always set the speed control knob to its
lowest setting before starting lathe. Never
start a workpiece at maximum speed.
Power Switch (A, Fig. 9) – controls electrical power
to lathe motor. Flip toggle switch on ON position to
start the motor. The lathe will begin turning and
driving the headstock spindle. The lathe will reach
full speed in about 1 to 3 seconds. The time it will
take the motor to reach the speed set by the speed
control knob depends on the size and weight of the
workpiece.
Move the switch to the OFF position to stop the
lathe. Wait for the workpiece to come to a complete
stop.
Speed Control Knob (B, Fig. 9) – sets the speed of
the lathe to suit the weight of the workpiece or type
of tool being used. After lathe is started, turn knob
clockwise to increase spindle speed (up to
maximum 3900 RPM). Counterclockwise decreases
speed.
Reset Button (C, Fig. 9) – contains 8-amp overload
protection. If the lathe stops suddenly during
operation, or does not start when the power switch is
set to ON, an overload condition may have
occurred. Flip the power switch to OFF, and push
the reset button. Then re-start the lathe.
Changing Spindle Speeds
The variable speeds of the lathe are controlled by
the speed knob on the control box as well as the
position of the belt on the pulleys.
1. Disconnect machine from the power source
(unplug).
2. Pull open the control box at the left side of the
base (A, Fig. 10), and the access door at the
back side of the headstock (A, Fig. 11) to
expose the pulleys.