Craftsman 11323801 User Manual 12 INCH WOOD TURNING LATHE Manuals And Guides L0711468
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MODEL NO.
113.23801
LATHE ONLY
MODEL NO.
113.238160
AND
113.238180
LATHE WITH MOTOR
Serial
Number
Model and serial
number may be found
under belt guard.
You should record both
model and serial number
in a safe place for
future use.
CAUTION:
Read GENERAL and
ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
carefully
CRRFTSMRH®
12-/NCH
WOOD-TURNING LA THE
®assembly
=operating
,repair parts
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chica_o, IL. 60684 U,S,,_._
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WOOD LATHE
"_:_|f within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wood Lathe fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Seers will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may alsohave other rightswhich vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Sears Tower, BSC 41-3. Chicago, IL 60684
general safety instructions for power tooms
1. KNOW YOUR LATHE 13. SECURE WORKPIECE
Read the owner's manual carefu!ly. Learn its application
and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.
2.,GROUND THE LATHE
This Lathe is equipped with an approved 3_conductor
cordand a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper
grounding type receptacle, The green conductor in the
cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the green wire
to alive terminal.
3, KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
- in working order, and in proper adjustment and align-
men_.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents, Floor must
not be sl_ppewdue to wax Or sawdust.
6_ AVOIDDANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
14,
15,
Mount workpiece securely between centers
DON'T OVERR EACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest perform-
ance, Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
16. DISCONNECT YOUR LATHE
before servicing; when changing accessories or attach-
ments,
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging
in.
18. USE RECOMM ENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult this owner's manual for recommended accessories,
Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories.
Don't Qse power" tools it_ damp Or wet locations Or expose
them tO rain. Keep _ork area we/{: lightedi Provide ade- The use of improper accessor es may cause hazards.
quate surrounding wofkspace: _ 19 NEVER STAND ON LATHE
7, KEEP CHILDREN AWAY : : Se_'i0us injury col,ld occur if the Lathe tips over.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area ....
8, MAKE WORKSHOP KID,PROOF Do not store mater als such that il is necessary to stand
on. the tool to reach them,
- with padlocks, master switches, or ay removing starter
keys. 20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
9. USE PROPER SPEED Before further use of the Lathe, a guard or other part that
is damaged should be carefu3}V checked to ensure that it
The Lathe win do the job better and safer when Operated
at the proper speed, will operate properly and perform its intended function.
10, USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it
was no_ designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewetry
(rings; wristwatchest to get caught in moving parts.
NONSLIP footwear is recommended. Wear orotective
hair covering to contain long hair. Roll long sleeves
aoove the elbow.
1Z USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1) at all
times. Everyday eyeglasses only have im pact resistant len-
ses, they are NOT safety glasses. Also, use face or dust
mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors
(plugs or muffs) durin_ extended periods of operation.
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Check for alignment of moving parts, binding.of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, ann any other con-
ditions that may affect its operation, A guard or other
par1 that Is damaged should [_e properly repaired or
replaced.
21. DIRECTION OF FEED
Apply cutting too{ [o the workpiece against the direction
of spind{e rotation.
22. NEVER LEAVE LATHE RUNNING
ATTENDED
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Turn power "OF F". Don't leave Lathe untd it comes to a_
comp',ete stoP.
addifiona safety instructions
Safety is a combination of operator common sense and
alertness at all times when the Lathe is being used.
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO 7.
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE YOUR LATHE
UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND
INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-
TIONS . , , AND UNTIL YOU HAVE READ 8.
AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING:
PAGE
1. General Safety Instructions .................. 2
2, Getting to Know Your Lathe .............. 13
3. Basic Lathe Operation ................... 15
4. Maintenance ......................... 19
5. The Lathe and motor must be bolted down to astand
or workbench for stability.
6. Protection: Eyes, Hands, Face, Ears, Body
a. Wear safety goggles that comply "with ANSI Z87.!
1968, and a face shield if operation is dusty. Wear
ear plugs or muffs during extended periods of
operation.
b. When turning between centers or on the faceplate,
always rough-out "out of round" workpieces at
slow speed. Running the Lathe too fast, so that it
vibrates, could cause the workpiece to be thrown
from the Lathe , . . or the turning toot to be jerked
from your hands.
c. Always revolve the workpiece by hand before turn-
_ng on the motor. If the workpiece strikes the tool
rest, it could split and be thrown out of the Lathe.
d. Do not allow the turning tool to "'bite" into the
workpiece which could result in splitting of the
workpieee or the workpiece being thrown from the
Lathe. Always position the tool rest above the
centedine of the Lathe for spindle turning. Do not
apply the turning tool to the workpiece below the
Ievet of the tool rest,
10.
11.
e, Do not run the Lathe in the wrong direction. This
could cause the turning tool to be thrown from
your hands. The Lathe must run in a direction so
that the workpiece turns toward you.
f. Before attaching aworkpiece to the faceptate al-
ways "rough it out" to as "true round" as possible.
This wilt minimize vibration while turning,
Always fasten the workplece securely to the face
plate.
Failure to perform these set*up operations could
cause the workpiece to be thrown from the Lathe.
g. Avoid awkward hand positions, where a sudden
slip could cause a hand to move into the workpiece.
h, Remove all loose knots before installing workpiece
between centers or on the faeep!ate.
i. Never leave the Lathe work area with the power on
before the Lathe has come to a complete stop, or
without removing and storing the switch key.
12,
13.
14.
15.
[or wood turning lathes
j. Never operate the Lathe with protective cover or}
the unused shaft end of the motor removed.
Hang your turning tools on the wall toward the tail-
stock end of the Lathe. Do not lay them on the bench
so that you must reach over the revolving workpiece
to select them.
Keep firm hold and control of the turning tool at all
times. Special caution must be exercised when knots or
voids are exposed to the turning tool.
Note the following DANGER label which appears on
the front of the belt guard.
DANGER
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY:
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OWNER'S
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE:
1. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES PER ANSI Z87.1
AND FACE SHIELD IF OPERATION IS
DUSTY,
2, DO NOT WEAR GLOVES, NECKTIES, OR
LOOSE CLOTHING. TIE BACK LONG HAIR.
3. BE POSITIVE ALL LOCKS ARE TIGHT BE-
FORE OPERATING MACHINE.
4. TURN WORKPIECE BY HAND BEFORE
APPLYING POWER TO DETERMINE IF IT
CLEARS THE TOOL REST OR OTHER MA-
CHINE PARTS:
5. ROUGH OUT FACEPLATE WORKPIECES
BEFORE INSTALLING ON FACEPLATE TO
AVOID EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AND POS-
SIBLE INJURY.
6. DO NOT MOUNT SPLIT OR CHECKED
WORKPIECE OR ONE CONTAINING KNOT.
7. ALWAYS USE LOWEST SPEED WHEN
STARTING A NEW WORKPIECE, USING
FACEPLATE OR TURNING BETWEEN CEN-
TERS, TO MINIMIZE POTENTIAL INJURY.
Think Safety.
Complete hand sanding of between*centers or facepbte
mounted workpieces BEFORE removing f_om the
lathe. Do not exceed the speed used for the last cutting
operation performed on the workpiece, in accordance
with the speed chart.
NEVER attempt to remount a faceplate turning to
the faeep!ate for any reason. NEVER attempt to
remount a between-centers turning if the original
centers in the turning have been altered or removed,
BE POSITIVE the lathe is set at the lowest speed if
remounting a between centers turning with nomaItered
or;ginal centers.
Use extra caution Jn mounting a between-centers or
spindle turning to the faceptate, or a faceplate turning
to between-centers, for subsequent operations. BE
POSITIVE the lathe is set at the lowest speed before
turning ON,
NEVER mount a workpiece that conta;ns any sp!its,
checks, or loose knots to a facepiate or between
centers.
Do not perform any ope_atioo when hand hoid]n9 the
wo_kpiece. Do not mount a ream,:!,_ o_ a d_ill bt *o t!w-
headstock spindb.
additional safety instructions for wood turning mathes
WARNING': DO :NOT: ALLOW FAMILIARITY WARNING: THE FOUR STEP LATHE AND
(GAINED FROM FREQUENT USE OF YOUR MOTOR PULLEYS FURNISHED ARE DE-
MACHINE) TO BECOME COMMONPLACE, SIGNED TO RUN THE LATHE AT THE COR-
ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS RECT SPEEDS WHEN USED WITH A 1725
FRACTION OF A SECOND IS SUFFICIENT TO R P.M. MOTOR. DO NOT USE A 3450 R.P.M.
INFLICT SEVERE INJURY. MOTOR TO INCREASE THE SPEED BECAUSE
IT COULD BE DANGEROUS.
WEAR YOUR
The operation of an,/ power tool can result n foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eve damage. Alway_ wear safety goggles complying
with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package} before commencing
power toot operation. Safety Goggles are available at Sears
retail or cat_ og stores.
motor specifications and electrican requirements
This Lathe is designed to use a 1725 RPM motor only. Do
not use any motor that runs faster than 1725 RPM. tt is
wired for operation on 1tO_120 volts, 60 Hz., alternating
current. IT MUST NOT BE CONVERTED TO OPERATE
ON 230 VOLTS. EVEN THOUGH SOME OF THE RE-
COMMENDED MOTORS ARE DUAL VOLTAGE.
THESE MOTORS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE
ACCEPTABLE FOR USE ON THIS TOOL.
HP RPM VOLTS CATALOG NO.
1/3 1725 110-120 1250
1/2 1725 1t0-120 1278
1/2 1725 110-120 1279
CAUTION: Do not use blower or washing machine motors
or any motor with an automatic reset overload protector
as their use may be hazardous.
CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET
This machine must be grounded whi}e in use to protect the
operator from electric shock,
Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded type
outlet protected by a 15-amp, time delay or Circuit-Saver
fuse or circuit breaker.
If you ar_ not sure that your outlet is properly grounded,
have it checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO TOUCH
THE TERMINALS OF PLUGS WHEN INSTALLING OR
REMOVING THE PLUG TO OR FROM THE OUTLET.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THIS
POWER TOOL CAN INCUR THE POTENTIAL HAZARD
OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN
USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS IN PROXIMITY TO
PLUMBING. IF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OCCURS
THERE fS THE POTENTIAL OF A SECONDARY HAZ-
ARD SUCH AS YOUR HANDS CONTACTING THE
CUTTING TOOL.
if power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
if yOur unit is for use on fess than 150 volts it has a plug
that looks like below.
PROPERLY
GROUNDED
OUTLET-,_ i @
3-PRONG
PLUG
GROUNDING
PRONG
This power too! is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and
grounding type plug which has a grounding prong, approved
by Underwriters' Laboratories, The ground conductor has
a green jacket and is attached to the tool housing at one
end and to the ground prong in the attachment plug at the
other end,
This plug requires a mating 3-conductor grounded type
outlet as shown.
tf the outlet you are planning to use for this power tool is
of the two prong type DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER
THE GROUNDING PRONG 1N ANY MANNER. Use an
adapter as shown and always connect the grounding lug
to known ground.
It is recommended that you have a qualified electrician
replace the TWO prong outiet with a properly grounded
THREE prong outlet.
An adapter as shown below is available for connecting
plugs to 2-prong receptacles. The green grounding tug
extending from the adapter must be connected to a per-
manent ground such as to a properly grounded outlet box.
MAKE SURE THIS IS _GROUNDING LUG
CONNECTED TO A i: Z_"-_,l t
KNOWN GROUND !: (_,_ /ADAPTER
ii e_ ÷ /3--PRONG
'.J "_- _ PLUG
RECEPTACLE /_ ---_
NOTE: The adapter illustrated is for use only if you already
have a properly grounded 2-prong receptacle.
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep this to a minimum and to prevent over-
heating and motor burn-out, use the table below to deter-
mine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord. Use
only 3 wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding
type plugs and 3-pole receptacJes which accept the tools
p_ug.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W,G.
Upto 100 Ft. 16
100- 200 Ft. 14
200- 400 Ft. 10
CHECK MOTOR ROTATION
WARNING: FOUR YOUR OWN SAFETY, MAKE SURE
PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO POWER SOURCE
OUTLET WHEN CHANGING MOTOR ROTATION.
The motor must rotate CLOCKWISE when viewed from
the shaft end to which you will mount the pulley. (See
page 12.) If it does not. change the direction according
to the instructions furnished w_th the motor.
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: T ,,tOckram,ook........................ 13
....... :: :: _'!,!.i;;:::; ;i:. 7 Taitstocklock ......... '................. 13
:::;:: on rec0mm#ndea : ;. On - off sw tch .......................... 13
;_:i: _.. :,., . :,... 7 . Spurcenterand cup center (a!igning centers ...... 14
Spu_:an_euPcente_instailation .:..o: :i:. 9: . Ta stock ,, . 14
: Offandon switch:; _.::: i ........ , .:.. ;. 10 SPeed chart ............................ 15
Check motor rotation ............ ,. ;. ; :. , . t2 BASIC LATHE OPERATION .................. 15
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WOOD LATHE ...._..13
Beitguard lock ..... . ; ....... ; ....... ,.. i, 13
tndex pin ,; ,i,;_i.;;i. ......... ..... .,..13
SpindleJock hole ........................ 13
Tool rest lock .......................... 13
Tool rest base lock ....................... 13
Handwheei ............................. !3
Changing speeds ......................... 15
Spindle turning ......................... 16
Indexing .............................. 18
MAINTENANCE .......................... 19
LUBRICATION ........................... 19
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES .............. 21
REPAIR PARTS .......................... 22
-- "TOOLS NEEDED---
3/8- nch wrene I-',-
Screwdriver (medium) _;i
7/1Ginch wrench Framing square !_i
Model 1 t3.23801 Wood Lathe is shipped complete in one
carton (without motor, or bench). The V-Belt anC motor
pulley are furnished.
Model 113.238160 and 1 !3.238180 Wood Lathe is shipped
complete in one carton and includes a Motor.
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B
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Table of Loose Parts Qty.
Motor Pulley ..................... 1
Belt, "Vee" 112x 37 ................ 1
Wood Turning Lathe ............... 1
Owner's Manuaf ................... 1
Belt Guard Assembly ................ 1
Loose Parts Bag _ Part No. 70046
Containing the following:
Wrench. Hex 5/32 ................ 1
Wrench, Hex 3/16 ................ 1
Screw. Type 23 Pan 10-32 x 3/8 ....... 4
Nut, Hex 3/4-16 ................. I
Spur, Center ................... 1
Separate a|l parts from packing materials and check each
one with the "Table of Loose Parts" to make certain alt
items are accounted for. before discarding any packing
material.
tf any parts are missing, do not attempt to assemble the
lathe plug in the power cord or turn the switch on unt}l the
missing parts are obtained and are installed correctly.
Using a 7/1 6" wrench, remove the wood blocks attached to
the Lathe. Save the nuts, bolts and washers, you will need
for _ttaching the Lathe to the bench.
Remove the protective oil that is applied to the bed. Use
any ordinary household type grease and spot remover,
CAUTION: Never use gasoline, naptha or similar
highly volatile solvents. !
Apply a coat of automobile wax to the bed. Wipe all parts
ghty with a clean dry cloth.
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MOTOR INCLUDED WITH
MODEL 1t3.238160 AND
113.238180 ONLY
Table of Loose Parts Qty.
Cu0, Center .................... 1 !
Point, Center ................... 2
Lockwasher Ext. Tooth No. 10 ....... 4
Key, Switch .................... 1
Clamp Cord .................... 2
Bolt Rd. Hd. Carriage 1/4-20x 1-3/4 ..,4
Washer 17/64 x 47/64 x 1/16 ........ 4
Nut Hex 1/4-20 ................. 4
Screw Pan Hd. Ty. A No. 8 x 1/2 ...... 4
6" Tool Rest ................... 1
Book{el, How To Operate
Your Craftsman Lathe ............. 1
assembly
MOUNTING LATHE AND MOTOR
ON WORKBENCH
1. Drill six 3/8" holes in your bench according to the dia-
gram to the right. NOTE: Make sure the top of your
bench is positioned so that you don't drill into the legs
or rail underneath.
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HOLESFO,MOTOR- - 0 - (
r 147/0-(
1!
145/8" i
HOLES FOR LATHE ,-_----.-_ 1
X\ t 63/16"
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LOCATION OF MOUNTING HOLES
NOTE: To attach your Lathe to the bench, use the bolts,
outs and washer you removed when unpacking.
2. Position Lathe on bench and insert two bolts through
holes in headstock but do not screw on the nuts.
3. Position the Lathe so that the bed is parallel to the front
of the bench. Check the foot, If the bottom of the foot
is not flat on the surface of the bench, loosen the screw
in the foot, tap the screw to loosen the Iocknut inside.
Turn the foot so it is flat on the bench and tighten the
screw.
4. Mark the location on the bench of the hole in foot•
5, Remove the Lathe and ddll a 3/8" hole to attach the
foot,
6, Position the Lathe and insert the bolts from the top.
Pface a fiat washer, a Iockwasher and a nut on the bolts
and tighten the nuts,
Position the motor over the mounting holes. NOTE"
When using aCraftsman double shaft motor, make sure
the 5/8" dia. shaft is to the left when facing the front of
the Lathe• For motors with a !/2" diameter shaft see
Step 15.
NOTE: Motor is included with Model 113,238160 and
113•238180.
NOTE: The ventilation holes in the motor should NOT
face upward as sawdust can collect inside the motor, tf
necessary, loosen the two motor base cFamp screws and
rotate the motor, Then, tighten the clamp screws.
8. Find four 1-3/4" carriage bolts, flat washers and nuts
from among the loose parts (see illustration),
9. Insert the bolts from the top. Place a flat washer aod a
nut on the bolts but do not tighten the nuts at this
time.
1 3/4
BED PARALLEL TO
FRONT EDGE OF BENCH
FOOl
10;Re_n_e the: headstock pu_l!ey using the 5/32" set-
- = scre_Wrench_ _ _:
1-i. Find four pan head thread cutting screws 3/8" long
and four Iockwashers from among the loose parts,
: Attach the belt guard with these screws and Iockwash-
ere, The arrows in this illustration show the location of
the screws.
12. P|ace the headstock pulley onto the headstock shaft as
shown, Position it so that the end of the pulley is ftush
with theend of the lathe spindle.
13, Place the motor pulley on the motor shaft so that the
small diameter is approximately 1/16" away from the
motor.
14. NOTE: When installing the pulley on a 5/8" diameter
motor shaft, make sure that the 3/16" square key
furnished with your motor is in place. Then tighten the
setscrew with a 5/32" setscrew wrench.
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3/16 x 3/16 KEY
15. NOTE: When installing the pulley on a 112" diameter
motor shaft, make sure that the adapter sleeve and
3/16" square key furnished with your motor are in
place. Then tighten the setscrew with a 5/32" setscrew
wrench.
16, Place the belt on the pulieys and slide the motor
toward the rear of workbench until ait the slack is re-
moved from the belt. NOTE: 1/2 inch deflection of
belt under moderate pressure applied between the two
pulleys is adequate tension, Tighten only two of the
motor mounting bolts using a 7/t6, wrench. J
ADAPTER SLEEVE
1/2 DIA. MOTOR SHAFT
17.Placeastraightedgesuchasapieceo_wood,metalor
framingsquareacrossthepulleysto seeif [heya_ein
linewitheachother,tf theyare,tighte_d_eothe_*.wo
motormountingbolts.If theyarenotinline,toosen
thetwomotorboltsandmovethemotorsideways...
tightenthebolts.
18.Findfourpanheadwoodscrews1/2"tongfromamong
thelooseparts.
Attachthebeltguardplatetothebenchwiththetwo
screws.MakesuretheplateisPARALLELto thebelt.
19.Plugmotorcordintooutletonbackof switchbox.DO
NOTplugmotorcordintopowersourceoutlet.
20.Positionthetwocordsasshownandclampthemto the
tabtewithtwocableclampsand1/2" woodscrews
fromtheloosepartsbag.
21.Coiluptheslackinthecordandtieit withapieceof
tape.
CABLECLAMPS
MOTORCORD
SPUR AND CUP!CENTER INSTALLATION
1. Find a 3/4q6 hex nut among the loose parts and screw
onto head stock spindle until finger tight,
3/4-!6
HEX NUT
2..F_n_twopointsanda spurandcupcenteramongthe
looseparts.To insertpointintocenters,placecenter
between,jawsof a vise. DO not tighten vice. Insert point
into center and wltfr a hammer and nail gently tap
around the base of the point until secure.
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Insert spur center into head stock spindle and cup
center into tailstock ram. NOTE: Do not drive or
hammer centers into ,pindle or ram as removal may be
difficulL Use a soft hammer or block of wood and give
them agentle tap.
To remove spur cen_er from spindle, ho_d the spindle
pulley with one hand, and, using a wrench or pair of
ptiers, turn the hex nut counterclockwise until center
isejected.
& To remove cup center insert a 114" wood dowel or brass
rod through the hole in the tailstock ram. Hold the
center with one hand and rap the dowel or rod with a
hammer.
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.TAILSTOCK
RAM
FOOT
WARNING: DON'TCONNECT POWER CORD TO
ELECTRICAL OUTLET IN YOUR SHOP UNTIL
YOU ARE READY TO CHECK MOTOR ROTA-
TION.
ON-OFF SWITCH
The On-Off Switch has a locking feature. THIS FEATURE
IS tNTENDED TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED AND
POSSIBLE HAZARDOUS USE BY CHILDREN AND
OTH E RS.
1. Insert key into switch. ,_,.
NOTE: Key is made of yellow plastic.
KEY
[y_LLOVz P_ AST _C
KEY
10
2. To turn Lathe ON .., _NSERT finger under switch lever
and pull END of switch out.
3. To turn Lathe OFF ... PUSH lever in.
Never leave the Lathe unattended until it has come to a
complete stop and you have removed the switch key.
Do not cycle the motor switch on and off rapidly, as
this may cause the faceplate or sanding disc to !oosen.
In the event this should ever occur, stand clear of the
face plate or sanding disc untit it has come to a complete
stop, .. retighten it.
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4. To lock switch in OFF position . HOLD switch IN
with one hand, REMOVE key with other hand.
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, AL-
WAYS LOCK THE SWITCH "OFF". WHEN
LATHE IS NOT IN USE ,. , REMOVE KEY AND
KEEP IT IN A SAFE PLACE ...ALSO,.. IN
THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE (ALL OF
YOUR LIGHTS GO OUT) TURN SWITCH OFF...
LOCK IT AND REMOVE THE KEY. THIS WILL
PREVENT THE LATHE FROM STARTING UP
AGAIN WHEN THE POWER COMES BACK ON.
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CHECK MOTOR ROTATION
The Lathe must rotate counterclockwise when viewed from
the spindle end.
NOTE: Make sure the spur center is removed from the
spindle.
1, Plug the Lathe power cord into a properly grounded
oudet (See page 4}.
2. Stand clear of the Lathe spindle and turn the switch ON.
Notice the rotation of the spindle If it is NOT [urning
COUNTERCLOCKWISE . ._ Remove the Lathe power
cord plug from the outlet and change the rotation of
the motor according to the directions furnished with
the motor.
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, MAKE
SURE PLUG IS NOT CONNECTED TO POWER
SOURCE OUTLET WHEN CHANGING MOTOR
ROTATION,
ROTATION
TERMINAL
COVER
12
getting to know your wood lathe
SPEED
1NDEX PIN
BELT GUARD
HANDWHEEL
TAILSTOCK /
10 SPUR RAM
CENTER 10 CUP CENTER
SPINDLE
LOCK 7 TAILSTOCK RAM
HOLE
TOOL REST
TOOL REST "_
BASE
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BELTGUARD
LOC K
TOOL
BASE
ON-OFF
SWITCH
HEADSTOCK
\BED
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11TAILSTOOKFOOT
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TAILSTOCK
LOCK
TOOL/REST
LOCK
1. BELT GUARD LOCK ... Locks the hinged part of
the guard during operation.
2. INDEX PIN . ,. Engages with the spindle pulley to
determine equal spacing for cuts for fluting or feeding,
or for dividing face plate work. DO NOT USE FOR
REMOVING FACEPLATES.
3. SPINDLE LOCK HOLE... For removing face-
plates or sanding discs. Insert a setscrew wrench, large
nail or bolt in the hole to hold the spindle while un-
screwing faceplate or sanding disc,
4. TOOL REST LOCK . . .Ciamp the too; rest to the
tool rest base:
5. TOOL REST BASE LOCK .. . Clan_psthe too_
rest base to the bed,
6. HANDWHEEL ... Adiuststhe tailstock ram.
7. TAtLSTOCK RAM LOCK .. . Clamps tfle ram in
the taitstock.
8, TAILSTOCK LOCK, . .Clamps the [aiistock to the
bed.
9. ON-OFF SWITCH ..... Seepage10.
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geffing fo know your wood
10. SPUR:CENTER AND CUP CENTER.. •. areused
for spindle turning and should always be in alignment.
ALIGNING CENTERS
If the centers are not in line as shown, make the follow-
ing adjustments.
I. Make sure the tailstock and ram are locked when
checking for aiignment
2. Loosen the screw in the foot . . TAP the screw to
loosen the Focknut inside.
3. Using a 3/16" setscrew wrench, loosen the setscrew
on the back of the headstock. The screw is located
about !-3/4" from the bottom.
4. Swing the taiL_tock so that the two F)oints are in
line . ,.tighten the setscrew in the headstock and the
screw in the end of the tailstock.
3/16" SETSCREW
WRENCH
\F
HEADSTOCK
3/16"
SETSCREW I
V O , '_
FOOT
TAI LSTOCK _
HANDWHEEL
11. TAILSTOCK .... supports the workpiece for spindle
turning.
The taifstook contains a brass screw which Dears against
the "key" on the underside of the bed. This screw pre-
vents excessive "looseness" (rocking back and forth} of
the tailstock.
1, Loosen the tocknut using a 7/16" wrench.
2. Tighten the screw moderately against the key, then
loosen it about t/4 turn.
Slide the tai]stock along the bed. I f it does not stick or
bind in any one spot, tighten the nut. If it binds or sticks,
loosen the screw ordy enough so that the tailstock slides
smoothly al ong the bed.
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BRASS
SCREW
P
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LOCKNUT KEY
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12, SPEED CHART .... Indicates generalrecommended
speeds for various sizes of workpieces.
basic lathe operations
CHANGING SPEEDS
The belt is shown positioned on the second steps from
the outside end of the pulleys. This causes the lathe to
run 2250 R,P.M.
Suppose you wish to run the lathe slower - say, t350
R.P.M. You must shift the belt inward.
1, Make sure the power cord is removed from the outlet.
ROTATE MOTOR
COUNTERCLOCKWISE PULLEY
2, With the belt guard raised, rotate the motor puiley
COUNTERCLOCKWISE with your teft hand while
pushing on the belt with your right hand.
3, Continue to rotate the pulley while pushing on the
belt until it "climbs" down into the third step of the
motor pulley.
4. Nowrotatethe spindle pulley CLOCKWISE with yo_r
right hand while pushing on the belt with your left
hand. The belt will climb up into, the third step of the
spindle pulley.
To make the lathe go faster, the belt must be shifted out-
ward.
1. Rotate the spindle pulley CLOCKWISE with your
right hand. Pul! on the beet whiie rotating the pulley
until it climbs down into the next smaller step.
2. Now rotate the motor pulley COUNTERCLOCKWISE
with yourteft hand while pulling on the belt with your
right hand, The belt will c_imb up into the next larger
step.
ON
BE LT
/'SPINDLE
PULLEY
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asnc lathe operatRons
SPINDLE TURNING.
If you have never done any amount of wooc turning,
we suggest that you practice using the various wood
turning tools. Start with asmatl spindle turning;
Be sure to study the "'Handbook" which you received
with your lathe. !t explains and illustrates the correct
use of the turning toots, the positioning of the tool
restand other information to hefp you gain experience.
1 Select a piece of wood 2" x 2" x 12".
2. Draw diagonal lines on each end to locate the centers
3. On one end, make asaw cut approximately 1/16" deep
on each diagonal line. This is for the spur center,
4. The other end is for the cup center. Place the point of
the cup center on the wood where the diagonal lines
cross DIAGONAL LINES
ON BOTH ENDS
5, Dri#e tt_e cup center into the wood. Use a wooden
; mallet or a plastic hammer. If you don't have one, use
aSleet hamme_, but put a piece of wood on the end of
{h eit.
:&Remove the cup::Center ahd drive the spur center into
life ether end:0f the wood. Make sure the spurs are in
: the :saw cutSl Rem0Ve the spur center
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7. Make Su lethe centers and the hole in the spindle and
the tailstock ram are clean. Insert the spur center into
the headstock and the cup center into the tailstock
and tap them in rightly with a piece of wood. Do not
drive them in;
8. Put a drop of Oilor wax on the wood where it con-
tacts the cup center. This will lubricate the wood
Wf_ile it _s turning,
9. Place the wood between the centers and lock the tail-
stock,
I0. Move the cup center into the wood by turning the
hand wl_eel. Make sure that the cup center and spur
center are "seated" into the wood in the holes made
insteps 5 and6 above. Rotate the wood by hand
while tUrning the hand wheel.
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1t. Adjust the tool rest approximately 1/8" away from
the corners of the wood and 1/8'" above the center line.
Note the angted position of the tool rest base.
Lock the tool rest base and the tool rest,
TOOL REST
I/8"
WOOD
Look at the speed chart. Notice that a 2" square
turning up to 18" tong should run at 875 R.P.M. for
"roughing" Move the V-belt on the pulleys to the
slowest speed,
Rotate the wood by hand to make sure that the corners
do not strike the tool rest.
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INDEXING
]he spindle pulley contains 36 equalty spaced holes, The
index pin engages with these holes to keep the spindle
from turning white you put amark on the workpiece,
For example: To locate the position of six spokes in a
wheel:
1, Pull the index pin outward and turn it so that the small
cross pin slips into the slot, This wilt allow the index
pin to engage in one of the holes in the pulley and pre-
vent the spindle from turning.
2. Adjust the tool rest approximately at the centerline
and make a mark.
3, Puiioutthe index pin and slowly rotate the workpiece
until _he pin slides into the next h01e in the pulley,
4iD6 1:his six: times andput the next rn a r k on the work-
marks wilt be space d 600 apart. Con-
: t$nue this Operation until six spokes are marked 60 _
aParti :
:
5. Spindle turnings Can be divided in the same manner.
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maintenance
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, TURN
SWITCH "OFF" AND REMOVE PLUG FROM
POWER SOURCE OUTLET BEFORE MAINTAIN-
ING OR LUBRICATING YOUR LATHE.
Frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside
the motor.
A coat of automobile-type wax applied to the bed will help
to keep the surfaces clean and allow the tool rest and taif-
stock to more more freely.
If the power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
have it replaced immediately.
For motor maintenance, follow instructions furnished with
motor.
WIRING DIAGRAM
t WHITE
MOTOR
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BLACI_
CORD
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nubrication
All of the BALL BEARINGS are packed with grease at the
factory. They require no f'._rther lubrication.
Periodically lubricate the ram in the tailstock with No. 20
or No, 30 engine oil.
For motor lubrication, follow instructions furnished w th
the motor.
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:trouble shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
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TROUBLE
Motor wilt not run.
Lathe slows d own
when turning
Tailstock rocks
back and forth
excessively.
Headstock loose
on bed.
Wood burns at
taiist0ck end.
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PROBABLE CAUSE ........................... R EM"EDY
1, Defective On-Off switch. 1. Replace defective parts before using Lathe
Defective sw:itch cord.
Defective sw_tch box receptacle.
2, Motor protector open, 2.
(only if your motor is
equipped with an
overload protector).
Other cause
1. V-belt too loose 1.
1, Brass adjusting screw is too 1.
loose.
1. Setscrew not tight, 1.
f. Cup center too tight or not I.
}ubricated.
again.
Consult Sears Service. Any attempt to repair this
motor may create aHAZARD utlless repair is
done by a qualified service technician. Repair
service is available at your nearest Sears Store.
Adjust belt tension, see Assembly Section.
Adjust screw. See Section, "Getting To Know
Your Lathe".
Tighten setscrew. See Section, "'Getting To
Know Your Lathe".
Back off tailstock ram and lubricate
cup center. See Basic Lathe Operation
Section, "Spindle Turning."
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recommended accessories
RECOMMENDED ACCESSOR! ES
ITEM CAT. NO.
Work Bench ............. 9-10266, 9-10278, 9-10271
Motor Pulley (Four Step) I/2"' Bore .......... 9-27921
Moto_ Pulley (Four Step) 5/8" Bore .......... 9-27922
Drill Chuck 1/2" Capacity with
No. 1 M,T. Shank .................... 9-22342
Work Arbor 1/2" D_a. with
No, 1 M.T. Shank .................... 9-21532
Screw Center with No. 1 M,T, Shank ......... 9-21164
Ball Bearing Center with
No. I M.T. Shank .................... 9-21122
60°Center with No. 1 M.T. Shank ........... 9-21102
Face Plate, 4" Dia. with 3/4"
No. t6 Threads 9 holes ................. 9-2489
Face P|ate Including Spurs and Screw Center
3" Dia, with 3/4'" No, 16 Threads ......... 9-20912
Sanding Table ........................ 9-24922
9" Dia. Sanding Disc Only with 3/4"
No. 16 Threads ...................... 9-24906
Turning Toots ................. (SEE CATALOG)
Draw Bolt w_th 1/4" No. 20 Threads ......... 9-21542
Power Tool Know Handbooks
Radial Saw .......................... 9-2917
Table Saw ........................... 9-2918
Bowl Turning Tootrest ................... 9-24903
Face Plate 6" with 3/4"
No. 16 Threads 6 holes ................. 9-24904
Copy Crafter ......................... 9-24907
Speed Reducer ........................ 9-23895
Face Plate 4" dia. with 3/4'"
No. 16 Threads, Cast Iron, 6 holes ......... 9-23865
The above recommended accessories are current and were
available at the time this manual was printed.
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owners
manual
SERVICE
MODEL NO.
113.23801
LATHE ONLY
MODEL NO.
113.238160
AND
113.238180
LATHE WiTH MOTOR
HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS
?2-iNCH
WOOD°TURNING LATHE
Now that you have purc'nased your 12" Wood-Turning Lathe
should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply
contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck
and Co. stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you
catl or visit.
The model number of your 12" Wood-Turning Lathe will be
found on a plate under the belt guard.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NUMBER
113.23801
113.238160
113.238180
NAME OF iTEM
12-INCH WOOD
TURNING LATHE
All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center
and most Sears stores. If the parts you need are not stocked
Iocatty, your order witl be electronically transmitted to a
Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling,
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.
Part No. 70045 Form No. SP4322-4 Printed in U.S,A. t/81