Headstock Rotation; Headstock Spindle Index; Installing Work Holding; Adjusting Tool Rest - Jet Tools JWL-1440VS Mode D'emploi

Caution:
Never press the spindle lock while the spindle is turning!

7.3 Headstock Rotation

Unscrew the index plunger (B, Fig 28) counter clockwise.
Loosen the headstock lock handle (A) and pull the index
plunger (B) to turn the headstock.
For larger workpieces the head stock will have to be turned
90°, the extension added to the tool rest.
Caution: always operate lathe with the headstock locked in
position.
The headstock can be positioned anywhere along the
machine bed.

7.4 Headstock spindle index

Disconnect the machine from the power source (unplug)
Thread indexing pin (L, Fig 29) into the indexing hole.
There are 12 holes in the spindle 30° apart.
There are 3 holes in the headstock casting that accept the
indexing pin. These holes are 20° apart.
The combination of these holes will allow you to locate your
workpiece in 10° increments.
Fig 27
Fig 28

7.5 Installing work holding

The faceplate is used for tuning bowls. There are a number
of holes for mounting the workpiece. Thread the faceplate
onto the spindle in a clockwise direction, and tighten two
setscrews (E, Fig 30).
Remove the faceplate by loosening two set screws. Push in
the spindle lock and use the provided wrench on faceplate
flats.

7.6 Adjusting tool rest

A 300mm tool rest is provided with your lathe. It is designed
to allow adjustment for height and position.
Loosen locking handle on tool rest base (G, Fig 31) to slide
base forward or back, and to angle it to the bed. Tighten
locking handle firmly before operating lathe.
Loosen handle (H) to raise or lower tool rest and angle it to
the work. Tighten handle before operating lathe.
Fig 29
Fig 30