Harbor Freight Tools 65345 User Manual

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  • Harbor Freight Tools 65345 | User Manual - Page 1
    MINI WOOD LATHE Model 65345 Set up And Operating Instructions Distributed injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to
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    SET UP 9 DEFINITION OF TERMS 10 ADJUSTMENTS 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 15 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 17 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 PARTS LIST 20 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 21 WARRANTY INFORMATION 22 SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page
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    back of the manual (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 3
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    from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool
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    its accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. 6. Always stop the Lathe at its slowest speed. If the Lathe
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    Arsenic and chromium from chemi- 18. Do not use the Lathe if it is off-bal- cally treated lumber ance, or precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction 21. This product is not a toy. Keep it out manual cannot cover all SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page
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    the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by length, make sure each cord contains at SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 7
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    3C Power Plug: 3-Prong, Grounded 7.5 A 18" Long, 10" Diameter Lathe Type Wood Cutting Motor 1/2 HP Motor Speed Spindle Speeds (RPM) Spindle Run Out Tail (1 ea.) Live Center & Spur Center (1 ea.) Tool Rest (Qty. 1) SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. REV 09e Page 8
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    46) ASSEMBLY Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. 1. The Lathe 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 9
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    lathe operation in which wood is removed from the end of a workpiece to create a smooth surface. Definition of Terms Bed: Main supporting casting running the length of the lathe matching male and female parts together tightly. The 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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    tool. Loosen the Motor Mount Screw (27). (See Figure D.) Turning: A lathe operation that removes wood from the outside diameter of the workpiece. Ways: Surface along the top of the ). (See Figures E and F, next page.) SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. REV 09e Page 11
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    Figure H.) FIGURE H 4. Locate the desired speed on the Speed Chart on the rear of the Lathe Bed, and move the Drive Belt (26) to the proper grooves on the Drive Pulley (25 Retighten the Motor Mount Screw (27). (See Figure D.) SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 12
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    can vary with different types of wood and the skill of the operator. Sanding: Use the fastest speed possible without burning the wood. Polishing and Finishing: Typically, polishing Spindle (14). (See Figure L, next page.) SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13
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    can be thrown from the Lathe (12). (See Figure L.) if this step is not followed. The Tail Axis (8) should not protrude from the Tailstock BALANCE WHEEL (22) HEADSTOCK SPINDLE (14) FIGURE L HEADSTOCK SPUR CENTER (12) (5) more than 2" or the Tail Axis will not be supported enough. Failure to
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    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. With the Power Switch (46) in its "OFF" position and the Lathe unplugged Switch and store it in a safe location. (See Figure O.) Use a wood mallet and punch to tap the point of the center of the workpiece so SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page
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    6. Use a wood mallet to drive the do not leave the workpiece too loose or the workpiece will FIGURE Q spin off the Lathe. (See Figure R.) HEADSTOCK SPUR CENTER (12) BALANCE WHEEL (22) FIGURE R HEADSTOCK the workpiece. SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 16
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    the backing block from a piece of scrap wood that is flat on both sides. (See diameter hole through the ing it from the Lathe. IMPORTANT: center of the backing block. Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. SKU 65345
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    have the problem corrected before parts with ISO 68 or SAE 20W oil. 4. Lubricate the Tailstock oiling point every five uses, or once per week if used frequently. 5. WARNING! If the Power Cord (45) of this Lathe is damaged, it must be replaced only by a quali- fied service technician. SKU 65345
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Quality of cut is poor. 1. Cutting tool is above workpiece 1. Lower cutting tool to center line center line. of workpiece. 2. Lathe speed too slow. 2. Increase lathe speed. 3. Cutting tool is dull. 3. Sharpen or replace cutting tool
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    PARTS LIST Part # Description Qty. Part # Description Qty. 1 Bed 1 30 Flat Head Screw 2 2 Semi-Circle Head Screw 2 31 Belt Tension Lever 1 3 28 Hex Socket Head Screw 4 63 Side Lid for Bed 1 29 Motor Pulley 1 SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 20
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    ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 21
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    Number Here:  Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 65345 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 22
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10” X 18” MINI WOOD LATHE
Model
65345
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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