Ashford KIWI User Manual

12032009V2
INSTRUCTIONS
KIWI SPINNING WHEEL
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Ashford Handicrafts Ltd.
Factory and Showroom: 415 West Street,
PO Box 474, Ashburton, New Zealand
Telephone 64 3 308 9087
Facsimile 64 3 308 8664
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Ashford KIWI Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Ashford
Foldable	Yes
Product Type	Loom
Material	Silver Beech Wood
Reed Size	12dpi (48/10cm)

Summary

KIWI SPINNING WHEEL INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Preparation

Lists required tools and provides initial setup hints for assembly.

Main Assembly Steps

Detailed instructions for assembling the main body and base components.

Component Integration

Attaching the wheel, hinge, and drive components to the main structure.

Tower and Spindle Setup

Erecting the spinning tower and assembling the spindle mechanism.

Drive and Tensioning

Completing drive belt setup and tensioning mechanisms.

Treadle Mechanism

Assembling and attaching the treadle and foot pedal components.

Final Checks and Lubrication

Performing final assembly checks and applying lubrication for smooth operation.

ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS

High Speed Adapter Kit

Kit for spinning finer, high twist yarns, with specific ratios.

Jumbo Flyer Kit

Kit for spinning soft, bulky yarns, with different ratios.

Kiwi Skein Holder

Device for winding yarn directly from bobbin into a skein.

Other Spinning Accessories

Includes Book of Spinning, Hand Carder, Wax Kit, and Niddy Noddy.

HARDWARE REFERENCE

Full Size Hardware Samples

Visual guide of all hardware components included in the kit.