Machine Operation; Correct Operating Position; Tool Selection - Jet JWL-2442-M Mode D'emploi

When remote switch is pushed, cycle the green ON-
button on headstock (I) to restart lathe.
Turn the knob (K) to the desired RPM.
There are 3 speed ranges, offering
-"speed" H (high range 0-3500 rpm)
-"general use" M (medium 0-2000 rpm)
- "torque" L (low range 0-910 rpm).
The RPM Readout shows the spindle speed
Use the switch (J) to reverse the spindle direction.

6. Machine operation

6.1 Correct operating position

Always support the tool on the tool rest and guide with
the palm of your hand keeping your fingers closed.
(see Fig 17)

6.2 Tool selection

Successful wood turning does not result from high
speeds, but rather, from the correct use of turning tools.
A perfect and sharp wood turner tool is a precondition for
Fig 16
Fig 17
professional wood-turning.
Major tools:
Gouge (A, Fig 18), used for rapidly cut raw wood into
round stock, for turning bowls and plates, for turning
beds, coves and other detail (Fig 19).
Scraper (B, Fig 18), used for diameter scraping and to
reduce ridges.
Skew Chisel (C, Fig 18), used to make vees, beads, etc.
(Fig 20). The bevel of skew is parallel to the cut.
Parting tool (D, Fig 18), used to cut directly into the
material, or to make a cut off. Also used for scraping and
to set diameters.
Fig 18
Fig 19
Fig 20