Headstock Spindle Index; Installing Work Holding; Adjusting Tool Rest - Jet JWL-1840EVS Gebrauchsanleitung

Figure 35
Unscrew the index plunger (B, Fig 35) counter clockwise.
Loosen the headstock lock handle (A, Fig 36) 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

The index feature allows you to cut evenly spaced features
in a workpiece while keeping the Lathe spindle locked.
The lathe provides 36 index positions at 10° increments.
Thread index pin (L, Fig 37) into the headstock. Make sure
that it locates in one of the pulley holes.
Fig 36
Fig 37
Caution:
Release index pin before turning on the lathe.
Never press the index pin while the spindle is turning.
Do not use index pin to lock spindle, which will cause
unnecessary wear to the pin. Use spindle lock for this
purpose.

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 38).
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 350mm 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 39) 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.
Tool rest extension :
Fig 38
Fig 39