King Industrial KC-1236ML User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: KC-1236ML
COPYRIGHT © 2003 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
12”X 36”
GEARHEAD METAL LATHE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2
2- -Y YE EA AR R
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS 12” X 36” METAL LATHE
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OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for this tool are available at our authorized KING CANADA service centers across Canada. For servicing, contact
or return to the retailer where you purchased your product along with your proof of purchase.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants to
the original retail consumer a 1-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free
from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,
repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or
for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. To take advantage of this warranty, the product
or part must be returned for examination by the retailer. Shipping and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA
will either repair or replace the product.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR POWER TOOLS
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its
specific potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and
a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding
wire. NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the
floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust
build-up.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate
surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
Use padlocks, master switches or remove starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the
proper speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-
slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging
in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store
materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.

ELECTRICAL & TECHNICAL
INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING!
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE METAL LATHE DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING:
THIS METAL LATHE MUST BE ‘HARDWIRED’ (connected directly to the circuit breaker without the use of a plug). We recommend
that only a qualified electrician do the initial ‘Hardwiring’ of this metal lathe.
WARNING:
YOUR METAL LATHE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 240V, 15-AMP (MINIMUM) BRANCH CIRCUIT WITH A 15-AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN INJURY FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.
THIS METAL LATHE MUST BE GROUNDED. IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS METAL LATHE CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER CORD IS WORN OR DAMAGED IN
ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Main Specifications
Max. swing over bed ......................................................................................................................................................................12” (300mm)
Max. swing over saddle gap ..........................................................................................................................................................18” (455mm)
Max. swing over cross slide ......................................................................................................................................................7-1/4” (184mm)
Distance between centers ..............................................................................................................................................................36” (900mm)
Headstock
Spindle bore diameter ..................................................................................................................................................................1-1/2” (38mm)
Spindle bore taper ....................................................................................................................................................................................MT#5
Spindle speed range ............................................................................................................................................................9 (60-1500 R.P.M.)
Change Gears and Gear Box
Thread cutting: ....................................................................................................................................................Inches- 40 kinds (4-112 T.P.I.)
......................................................................................................................................................................Metric- 29 kinds (0.2 - 4.5mm)
Lead Screw T.P.I.......................................................................................................................................................................................8 T.P.I.
Cross Screw T.P.I. ....................................................................................................................................................................................8 T.P.I.
Tool Post, Saddle, Tailstock
Top Slide travel ............................................................................................................................................................................3-3/8” (85mm)
Cross Slide travel ......................................................................................................................................................................6-3/8” (161mm)
Tailstock taper ............................................................................................................................................................................................MT#3
Tailstock quill travel ..........................................................................................................................................................................4” (100mm)
Diameter of Tailstock quill ............................................................................................................................................................1-1/4” (32mm)
Motor
Horsepower..............................................................................................................................................................................................1.5 HP
Voltage ........................................................................................................................................................................................240V, 1 phase
Amperage..............................................................................................................................................................................................8.7 amp.
Motor R.P.M.....................................................................................................................................................................................1720 R.P
.M.
Motor frequency..........................................................................................................................................................................................60Hz

Before operating this metal lathe, read this instruction manual and
familiarize yourself with the required adjustments, operation
procedures, maintenance and lubrication.
CLEANING & PREPARING LATHE BEFORE THE FIRST TEST
RUN
After unpacking, remove the paper (or grease found on unpainted
ground surfaces) from the machine and using a non-volatile
solvent and a brush, remove grease.
During transport and unpacking, it is likely that debris will be
present on top of the lathe. Do not move the carriage and the
tailstock until the rest of the metal lathe (mainly the bed) has been
thoroughly cleaned.
Remove all accessories and machine parts from the tool box and
install all the handles and knobs. Fix the follow rest to the carriage
using 2 cap screws and fix the steady rest inbetween the chuck
and the carriage.
Make sure that all lubrication points and oil levels have been
inspected before putting your metal lathe into operation. See
“Lubrication Points” section further in this manual before operating
your lathe.
This machine is equipped with 2 V-belts from the motor to the
lower rear pulley. It is advisable to check the belt tension before
starting the metal lathe. There should be no more than a 1/2”
center deflection with light finger pressure. Adjust the V-belt
tension as necessary. V-belts which are tensionned too tightly will
damage the bearing.
Before performing test runs, set the changing lever on the lowest
speed and let the machine operate for 20 minutes. If everything is
functionning normally, increase the spindle speed step by step
until the highest speed, each step operating for 5 minutes.
FIGURE 1
CLEANING, TEST RUN,
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LATHE
1- Headstock
2- Chuck safety guard
3- Steady rest
4- Tool post
5- Follow rest (not fully shown)
6- Top slide
7- Cross slide
8- Bedway
9- Tailstock
10- Control switches
11- Gear box
12- Chuck
13- Carriage
14- Start
15- Feed shaft
16- Leadscrew
17- Gear rack
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Getting to know your Metal Lathe
Optional Accessories available:
• KLC-3M -Live Center (MT#3)
• SS-1236 -Stand
• KM-057 -7pc. Deluxe Cutter Holder Set