MEEC TOOLS 022936 Wood Turning Lathe Instruction Manual

WOOD TURNING LATHE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Original instructions

022936

022936 Wood Turning Lathe

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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Jula AB, Box 363, SE-532 24 SKARA, SWEDEN
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer
WOOD TURNING LATHE
Conforms to the following directives, regulations and standards

55014-2:1997+A1+A2
EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013
RoHS 2011/65/EU + 2015/863| EN 50581:2012

This product was CE marked in year:

Mattias Lif
BUSINESS AREA MANAGER (Signatory for Jula and authorised to compile the technical documentation

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY IN THE WORK AREA

• Keep the work area clean and well lit.
  Dark and cluttered work areas increase the risk of accidents and injuries.

• Do not use power tools in explosive environments, such as in the vicinity of flammable liquids, gas or dust. Power tools produce sparks that can ignite dust and fumes.

• Keep children and onlookers at a safe distance when working with a power tool. You can lose control of the tool if you are distracted.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• The plug on the power tool must match the power point. Never modify the plug in any way. Never use adapters with earthed power tools. Intact plugs and matching outlets reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or moisture. There is a greater risk of electric shock if water gets into a power tool.
• Be careful with the power cord. Never use the power cord to carry or pull the power tool, or to pull out the plug from the mains. Keep the power cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Damaged or tangled power cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When you use a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord intended for outdoor use. Using cords intended for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If you have to use a power tool in damp conditions, use a mains connection protected by a residual current device RCD. Using an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, pay attention to what you are doing, and use your common sense when working with power tools. Never use power tools if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when using a power tool can result in serious personal injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear safety glasses. The correct use of safety equipment such as a dust filter mask, non-slip safety shoes, helmets and ear protection, reduces the risk of personal injury.
• Avoid accidental starting. Check that the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting to the mains and/or the battery, or lifting/carrying the tool. Carrying a power tool with your finger on the switch, or connecting a tool to the mains supply when the switch is in the ON position, increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
• Remove all adjuster keys/spanners before switching on the power tool. A spanner left in a rotating part of the power tool can result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm footing and good balance. This will ensure you have better control over the tool in unexpected situations.
• Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, jewellery and long hair can get caught in moving parts.
• If dust extraction and dust collection equipment is available, this should be connected and used correctly. The use of such devices can reduce the risk of dust-related problems.

USING AND LOOKING AFTER POWER TOOLS

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for the planned work. The correct power tool will work better and more safely when used with the load for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if it cannot be switched on and off with the power switch. Power tools that cannot be controlled with the power switch are dangerous and must be repaired.
• Unplug the plug from the mains and/or remove the battery from the power tool before making any adjustments, replacing accessories or putting the tool away. These safety precautions reduce the risk of accidentally starting the power tool.
• Store power tools out of the reach of children when not in use. Never allow anyone who is unfamiliar with the power tool and these instructions to use the tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of inexperienced users.
• Keep the power tool properly maintained. Check that moving parts are not misaligned, jammed or loose, and that there are no other factors that could affect the safe use of the tool. If the power tool is damaged, it must be repaired before being used again. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Make sure that cutting tools are sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the actual working conditions and the work that is to be done. Using the power tool for anything other than its intended purpose can lead to dangerous situations.

SERVICE
Make sure that the power tool is serviced by qualified technicians that only use identical spare parts. This will ensure that the power tool remains safe to use.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR TILE CUTTERS

• The tool must only be repaired by qualified personnel. This tool conforms with the requirements in the relevant safety regulations. Repairs must only be carried out by qualified personnel using identical spare parts. Failure to carry out repairs correctly can result in the risk of personal injury/death or material damage.
• Pull out the plug before carrying out maintenance on the tool and when the tool is not in use.
• Only use the tool together with an approved residual current device.
• Make sure the table is level. Do not subject the table to scratching or pressure.
• Keep your hands away from the blade when it is rotating.
• Make sure that the directional arrow on the blade corresponds with the direction of rotation of the motor.
• Check at regular intervals that the spindle screw is tight and that the blade fits firmly on the spindle.
• Always check before use that the blade is not cracked or otherwise damaged. Replace the blade immediately if it is cracked or damaged.
• Keep the power cord away from the cutting area and make sure it cannot fasten in the workpiece.
• Always check that adjuster keys etc. have been removed from the tool before switching it on.
• Never try to cut freehand. The tile must be held firmly against the motor fence or against the mitre fence. Do not cut workpieces that are too small to be held securely with your hands at a safe distance from the blade.
• Make sure there is room for the cut-off from the workpiece to move sideways. Otherwise the cut-off can fasten against the blade.
• Never cut more than one tile at once.
• Only the tile to be cut should be on the table or near the table.
• Allow the motor to reach maximum speed and the blade to rotate freely for a few seconds before cutting.
• Switch off the tool and pull out the plug if it makes an abnormal noise, or if the blade starts vibrating.
• Switch off the tool, pull out the plug and allow the blade and motor to come to a complete standstill before removing any material that has fastened, or to clear around the blade.
• Never touch the blade or other moving parts during use.
• If the blade jams, switch off the tool and pull out the plug before releasing it.
• Never attempt to remove splinters or pieces before the blade has completely stopped.
• Make sure that cut pieces are not thrown up by the blade.
• Never leave the tool before the motor and blade have completely stopped. Never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged in. Switch off the tool and pull out the plug before leaving it.
• Use the requisite transport devices to move the tool. Never lift or pull the tool with the guard.

SYMBOLS

| Read the instructions.
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| Approved in accordance with the relevant directives.
| Recycle discarded product in accordance with local regulations.
| Use ear protection.
****| Wear safety glasses.
| Use a face mask.
| Pull out the plug/switch off power supply.
| Do not stand on the product.
| Tie up long hair. (Do not allow hair to hang freely, it can fasten in the rotating tool and result in personal injury.)
| Do not expose to moisture.

TECHNICAL DATA

Always wear ear protection!
The declared values for vibration and noise, which have been measured according to a standardised test method, can be used to compare different tools with each other and for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The measurement values have been determined in accordance with EN 61029:2009.

WARNING!
The actual vibration and noise level when using tools may differ from the specified maximum value, depending on how the tool is used and the material. It is therefore necessary to determine which safety precautions are required to protect the user, based on an estimate of exposure in actual operating conditions (taking into account all stages of the work cycle, e.g. the time when the tool is switched off and when it is idling, in addition to the start- up time).

DESCRIPTION

For working in wood and other soft materials.
With V-belt drive and four different speeds.
Connected with standard single phase wiring.

1. 4-prong drive centre
2. Tool rest
2.1 Screw for height adjustment
2.2 Base for tool rest
3. Bed with motor unit
3.2 Bed
4. Lock nut
5. Tailstock
6. Crank
7. Foot
8. Locking lever for tailstock
9. Locking lever for tool rest
10. Power switch ON
11. Power switch OFF
12. Hex key
13. Face plate| 14. Lathe tool, chisel
15. Lathe tool, round
16. Spanner
17. Screws with clamping disc and washer
18. Hex screws with clamping disc, washer and
nut
19. Drive axle
20. Locking screw
21. Drive unit cap
22. Locking screw
23. Motor unit
24. Lever for motor unit
25. Drive pulley
26. V-belt
2 7. Interlock switch
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FIG. 1-4

INSTALLATION

1. Put the tool rest (2) on the bed with the motor unit (3.1).
2. Put the tailstock (5) on the bed with the motor unit (3.1).
3. Pull up the tailstock (5) and tool rest (2) to check that they are correctly aligned.
4. Fit the bed with together with motor unit (3.1) and the bed (3.2) without motor unit.
5. Fit the parts of the bed together with 3 screws with clamping discs and washers (17).

NOTE:
If it is difficult to move the tool rest (2) or tailstock (5), adjust the washer on the underside with a spanner or ratchet handle with 19 mm sleeve.

SETTING UP

1. Place the product on a stable surface.
2. Screw the product to the surface with screws through the holes in the three feet (7).
3. The supplied hex screws (18) can be used.
4. Put washers and clamping discs on the hex screws (18). See figure XX.
5. Screw the product to the surface with hex screws, washers, clamping discs and nuts (18).

FITTING OF PRESSURE DEVICE FOR WORKPIECE
WARNING!
Switch off the product and pull out the plug before assembly.

FITTING OF PRONG DRIVE

1. Remove the face plate, if fitted.
2. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16) and unscrew the face plate (13) from the drive axle (19).
3. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16).
4. Screw the prong drive (1) on the drive axle with the other spanner (16).

NOTE:
The face plate (13) is used instead of the prong drive (1) for turning bowls, etc.

FITTING OF FACE PLATE

1. Remove the prong drive (1), if fitted. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16) and unscrew the prong drive (1) with the other spanner.
2. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16).
3. Screw the face plate (13) on the drive axle(19).

USE

WARNING!
Switch off the product and pull out the plug before installation, adjustment and maintenance.

SELECTING THE SPEED
The table provides guidance for selection of suitable speed. The diameter of the workpiece is given on the X-axis. The speed is given on the Y-axis. Start with the diameter of the workpiece, follow the vertical line up to the curve and read off a suitable speed.
FIG. 5

• Select low speed for new workpieces.
• Use a higher speed for bigger workpieces.
• Several factors affect the speed, such as the material, diameter and length.
• Select low speed for hard wood, workpieces that are not round, and for long workpieces with large diameter.

ADJUSTING THE SPEED

1. Undo the two retaining screws (20) on the two drive unit caps (21).

2. Open the drive unit caps (21).

3. Remove the screws (22) on the motor unit with the supplied hex key (12).

4. Bring up the motor unit (23) with the lever (24) to relieve the V-belt (26).

5. Tighten the locking screws (22) on the motor unit (23).

6. Move the V-belt (26) to the groove on the drive pulley (25) that corresponds to the required speed.
   FIG. 6
   – The V-belt should be placed in the same groove on the top and bottom drive pulley.
   – The drive unit caps (21) have interlock switches (27). The interlock switches (27) close automatically when the drive unit caps are closed (21). The product will not start unless both drive unit caps (21) are correctly closed.

7. Remove the locking screws (22) and bring down the motor unit with the lever so that the V-belt is tensioned (12).

8. Tighten the locking screws (22).

9. Close the drive unit caps (21) and tighten the locking screws (20).

SETTING UP WORKPIECE
Setting up with tailstock (5) and 4-prong drive (1)

1. Mark out the centre of the workpiece ends with diagonal lines over the ends. The centre is the point where the lines cross. Make a centre hole where the prong drive and tailstock are to be put. This ensures that the workpiece is held more firmly in place.
2. Saw a 2 mm deep cut along the diagonal lines to give the 4-prong drive (1) a better grip.
3. Release the prong drive (1) from the product and put it against the centre mark on the workpiece. Carefully tap the prong drive (1) with a mallet (sold separately) so that it is pressed into the workpiece. Protect the back end of the prong drive (1) with a piece of wood.
4. Remove the prong drive (1) from the workpiece.
5. Replace the prong drive (1) on the product.

Fitting and removing 4-prong drive

1. Put the workpiece on the 4-prong drive (1). Align the 4-prong drive (1) to the mark in the workpiece.
2. Release the tailstock locking lever (8).
3. Bring the tailstock to the prong drive (1) so that the prongs almost touch the workpiece.
4. Lock the tailstock in place by pressing down the locking lever (8).
5. Fine-adjust the tailstock with the crank (6).
6. Lock the crank in place with the lock nut (4).

SETTING UP WITH FACE PLATE (13)

1. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16).

2. Remove the face plate (13) from the drive axle (19).

3. Secure the workpiece on the face plate (13) with wood screws (sold separately).
   WARNING!
   Risk of personal injury. Make sure to place the screws so that they cannot come into contact with the lathe tool during the turning.

4. Hold the drive axle (19) with a spanner (16).

5. Screw the face plate (13) with the workpiece on the drive axle (19).

ADJUSTING THE TOOL REST
WARNING!
Risk of personal injury. Always check before use that the tool rest is correctly installed and cannot come loose.

Locking/releasing tool rest

1. Lock the tool rest (2) in place by pressing down the locking lever (9).
2. Release the tool rest (2) by bringing up the locking lever (9). The tool rest can now be moved.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF TOOL REST

1. Undo the screw (2.1) on the base (2.2) of the tool rest.
2. Adjust to the required height.
3. Lock the tool rest (2) in place by tightening the (2.1).

SWITCHING ON/OFF

1. Plug the plug into a power point.
2. Start the product by pressing the power switch, ON (10).
3. Switch off the product by pressing the power switch, OFF (11). Pull out the plug before leaving the product unsupervised.

HOW TO USE
NOTE:
Read about turning before starting to work.

• Knots and other defects can cause the workpiece to break during the turning, which can cause you to lose control – risk of serious personal injury. Cracks can cause the workpiece to break during the turning – risk of serious personal injury.

• Cut or saw the workpiece to a shape as close as possible to the final result.

• Note the largest permissible length and diameter for the workpiece as per the technical data.

• Make sure to centre the workpiece. Non-centred workpieces will pitch during rotation, which can reduce the life span of the product.

• Only use suitable lathe tools for turning.

• Position your body so that it cannot be hit by the workpiece if it comes loose.

• Pull out the plug and run the following checks before use.
  – That the workpiece is correctly fixed and centred.
  – That the workpiece cannot go against the tool rest.

• Always start at low speed and gradually increase the speed.

• Do not apply the lathe tool against the workpiece before it has reached the set speed.

REMOVING BLOCKAGES
WARNING!
Switch off the product and pull out the plug.
Remove dust and shavings from the product to remove any blockages.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING!
Switch off the product, pull out the plug, and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped before maintenance and/or cleaning. Risk of personal injury.

NOTE:
Maintenance and repairs not described in these instructions should be carried out by an authorised service centre or other qualified personnel. Only use original spare parts.

• Do not spray water or any other liquid on the product – risk of electric shock.
• Keep the product clean. Clean the product with a brush or cloth. Do not use detergent or solvent.
• Check that all safety devices are correctly in place and in working order. Replace damaged parts.
• Check the V-belt for wear and damage at intervals of ten working hours.

STORAGE
Store the product in a dry, dust-free place out of the reach of children.

TRANSPORT
WARNING!
Switch off the product and pull out the plug, otherwise there is a risk of personal injury.

IMPORTANT:

• Risk of personal injury. Wait until the motor (23) has cooled before transport.
• Carry the product together with another person if possible.
• To transport, lift the product with the feet (7), bed with motor unit (3.1) and bed (3.2).

References

• Jula – products for home and garden

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