U.S. Art Supply PW-101 User manual
User’s Guide
PW-101
Pottery Wheel with Foot Pedal
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Pottery Wheel Contents:
1. Pottery Wheel Main Unit
2. Foot Pedal
3. Water Splash Pan (2-pieces)
4. One 11 1/2” Plastic Molded Bat
5. Water Cup
6. User’s Guide
Additional bats available on usartsupply.com
Care must be taken when operating your Pottery Wheel. This wheel contains
moving parts that could result in serious injury if not operated correctly. You
should always inspect the wheel prior to use making sure all components are
attached correctly.
Before plugging in your pottery wheel, you should check to make sure power
switch is in the off position. The speed dial should be set to its lowest setting prior
to plugging in. If using the option foot pedal, be sure to unplug pottery wheel first
before attaching the foot pedal.
This Pottery Wheel contains a 2-part water splash pan that must be assembled on
the machine prior to use. The smaller section of the splash pan goes closest to the
pottery wheel head unit with the LCD. The 2-Pieces should slide under the wheel
spindle and overlap to lock into place.
Do not attempt to remove the splash pan when the unit is running.
The Pottery Wheel comes with an 11-1/2" molded plastic bat. Each bat has three
molded bat holders that insert into pre drilled holes on the pottery wheel disc. Be
sure to properly secure the bat to the wheel prior to use.
Bats can be cleaned with soap and water after each use.
Do not place in dishwasher.
Additional bats are available at usartsupply.com.
1. Turn on Power Switch
2. Press RUN to engage the wheel
3. Press STOP to disengage the wheel
4. Press FWD/REV to change wheel spin direction
5. Turn the speed adjustment knob to control wheel speed.
6. Note: Anytime the STOP button is pressed you must press the RUN button to
re-engage the wheel before it will operate.
The Hand Control Knob is located on the front LCD Panel. This knob controls the
speed of the pottery wheel. Turning the knob clockwise will increase the speed and
turning the knob counter clockwise with decrease the wheel speed. Maximum
wheel speed is 300 rpm.
Always make sure the knob is in the lowest setting when plugging in or turning on
the machine.
Note: When the optional foot pedal is attached to the pottery wheel, the speed
control knob will be disabled.
BATS
LCD CONTROLS
HAND CONTROL KNOB
SPLASH PAN
OPERATIONAL WARNING
Your pottery wheel comes with the option of using the supplied foot pedal. To use
the foot pedal, be sure to unplug your machine and turn speed control knob to the
lowest setting. You can then plug in the foot pedal.
When plugging in the foot pedal you must align the white dot on the machine portal
with the white dot on the foot pedal cord. Failure to do so will result in damage to
the cords metal prongs.
When using the foot pedal, to speed up the wheel, press down, and to slow down
the wheel, depress the foot pedal.
Note: When foot pedal is attached, the speed control knob on front of LCD will be
disabled.
To operate the wheel safely, plug the 10 foot cord into a grounded (3-prong)
110/120 Volt AC outlet and keep cord away from the wheel head. Always use a
grounded outlet.
Do not alter the plug in any way or use extension cords. To protect yourself against
the risk of fire or electric shock, do not allow cords or plugs to be immersed in
water or other liquids.
Always turn off and unplug your pottery wheel prior to cleaning. Use water or a
mild soap and water solution or air hose to clean your wheel.
Do not hose off or pressure wash your wheel as this may result in damage of wheel
motor and/or bearings.
To protect your wheel, do not get any of the electronic parts wet or submerged
when clean.
Read all instructions and follow these basic safety precautions before
operating your equipment.
Only operate equipment if it has been assembled and used in accordance with the
included instructions.
When equipment is used near children, supervision is necessary. Always keep
wheel a tools out of reach of small children.
When equipment is not in use, it should be turned off and unplugged. Never leave
the wheel running when unattended.
To protect yourself against the risk of fire or electric shock, do not allow cords or
plugs to be immersed in water or other liquids.
If the wheel malfunctions or is damaged in any way, do not operate it or attempt
to repair it by opening its' case. If this occurs, turn off the power, unplug the
power cord from the wall outlet and contact U.S. Art Supply Technical Support to
assist in troubleshooting before conducting any repair or modification to
your wheel.
To operate the wheel safely, only plug the cord into a grounded (3-prong) 110/120
Volt AC outlet. Do not use extension cords.
Be careful with long hair, jewelry, and loose fitting clothing, as items like these
may get caught in the moving wheel head and may cause damage or injury.
SAFETY WARNINGS
CLEANING
POWER CORD
FOOT PEDAL
Do not overload the wheel head with clay (clay weight should not exceed 20 lbs) or
force it to stop, as this will shorten the life of the motor.
We are confident that your equipment components will perform well and therefore
warrant to you, as the original purchaser, for a period of one year from the date of
original purchase, that your equipment will be free of mechanical and electrical
defects in material and workmanship.
Our warranty for your product will not cover normal wear of parts, damage resulting
from negligent use or misuse of the product, use of improper voltage or current, use
contrary to operating instructions, or disassembly, repair or alteration by any
person other than our service personnel. It also does not cover consumables.
•Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on
your equipment is limited to the duration of this written warranty. We shall not be
liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or
implied warranty on your equipment.
Technical support is available at 858-909-2110 from 6:30 am to 5 pm, Monday
Art Supply is a division of the TCP Global Corporation.
If your equipment is covered during the warranty period, we will repair or replace
(at our option) the necessary component(s) of your system without cost to you,
which will be your exclusive remedy under this warranty.
Please call technical support (858-909-2110) for an “RGA” (returns goods authori-
zation), so your return can be properly identified. Then, simply send the system or
components postage prepaid and insured, with proof of purchase and a short
description of the problem directly to our service center at the following address:
U.S. Art Supply - 6695 Rasha Street - San Diego, CA 92121.
For additional accessories or information visit us at usartsupply.com
TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND RETURN POLICY
WARRANTY
SAFETY WARNINGS
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