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Cast Iron 6 Speed Midi Lathe
Swivel Headstock:
Outboard Turning:
Cast Iron Bed:
Solid Steel Bed Bars:
Integral Legstand:
Extendable Bed Length:
Bench Mountable:
Spindle Lock:
Electronic Variable Speed:
Bowl Rest:
Legstand:
Variable Speed Upgrade:
Bed Extension:
Maximum bowl diameter: 305 mm (12")
Maximum between centres: 393 mm (15")
Maximum swing over bed: 305 mm (12")
Spindle speeds: 350, 670, 1025, 1500, 2225 & 3250 rpm
Motor: 1/2 hp
Thread: 3/4" x 16 TPI
Taper: 1 Morse Taper
Weight: 39 kg
Size: W870 x D200 x H455 mm
Footprint:
Size with DML305/A Adjustable Lathe Stand:
Size with DML305/E Bed Extension:
Compatible Accessories:
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Symptom
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Possible Cause
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Solution
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Motor will not start
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Machine not plugged in
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Plug the machine in
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Low voltage
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Check power supply to machine
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Loose connection
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Check all external connections
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Motor overheats
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Motor overloaded
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Reduce load on motor
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Air flow restricted on motor
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Clean out motor to obtain normal air flow
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Excessive motor noise
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Faulty motor
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Have motor checked
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Pulley set screw loose
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Tighten set screw
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Motor will not develop full power or stalls
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Circuit overloaded with lights or other tools
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Decrease the load on the circuit
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Circuit too long or undersized wires
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Reduce the length of the wire or use a suitable diameter cable
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Voltage too low
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Have the voltage checked by an electrican
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Circuit breakers do not have sufficient capacity |
Have a licensed electrician install correct
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Drive belt tension too high
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Adjust belt tension
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Use of extension cord
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Use heavier guage extension cord or no
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Machine bogs down during cutting
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Excessive depth of cut
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Decrease depth of cut
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Turning tools are blunt
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Sharpen turning tools
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Knowledge Base Links
Spiralling on Spindles
I am having trouble with spiralling on spindles, and I was wondering if the problem bay be wear on the lathe headstock bearings?
The most likely cause of spiraling is that your centres are out of alignment. You should also check that your turning tools are sharp and your lathe speed is correct.
