To Next PageTo Next Page
Need help?Do you have a question about the Craftsman 351.217520 and is the answer not in the manual?
General| Swing Over Bed | 12 inches |
|---|---|
| Distance Between Centers | 36 inches |
| Spindle Speed | Variable |
| Motor | 1 HP |
| Motor Power | 1 HP |
| Spindle Bore | 0.75 inches |
Details the terms of the one-year full warranty for Craftsman tools, including repair arrangements and rights.
Covers essential personal safety requirements like apparel, hair covering, and footwear for safe tool operation.
Guidelines for maintaining a safe and clear work environment, including lighting and keeping others away.
Ensuring the tool is kept clean, lubricated, and all parts are in working order for safe operation.
Emphasizes understanding the tool's operation, application, limitations, and correct usage practices.
Mandatory protective measures for eyes, hands, face, body, and ears during tool operation.
Information on proper care and maintenance of cutting tools to prevent vibration and injury.
Reinforces the importance of operator common sense and alertness for overall safety during lathe use.
Instructions for correctly installing the tool rest assembly onto the lathe bed.
Steps for threading the index pin assembly onto the headstock spindle.
Procedure for inserting the live center into the tailstock.
Guidance on attaching the tool holder to the rear of the lathe bed.
Recommendations for bolting down the lathe to ensure stability during heavy operations.
Advice on positioning the lathe to ensure operator and observer safety relative to the spinning chuck.
Information on connecting the wood lathe to the correct voltage and frequency power supply.
Crucial safety guidelines for proper equipment grounding to prevent electrical shock hazards.
Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords to maintain adequate voltage and power.
Details on the lathe's motor, including voltage, amperage, and horsepower.
Instructions for making safe and correct electrical connections to the lathe.
Overview of the Craftsman MIDI lathe's capabilities and specifications.
Detailed specifications including distance between centers, swing, speeds, and dimensions.
Essential safety advice to follow during all lathe operations to prevent injury.
Instructions on how to operate the main power switch and lock it for safety.
Procedure for safely adjusting the belt to change the lathe's spindle speed.
Steps for safely removing the spur center from the headstock spindle.
Procedure for removing the live center from the tailstock quill.
Instructions on how to attach and detach the faceplate for various turning operations.
Guidance on positioning the tool rest correctly for different turning tasks.
Instructions for positioning and securing the tailstock for spindle turning.
Fundamental techniques and recommendations for performing spindle turning operations.
How to use the indexing pin for precise division of the workpiece.
An introduction to the types and uses of chisels in wood turning.
Describes the commonly used chisel types for wood turning and their characteristics.
Explains the basic principles of cutting and scraping in wood turning.
Proper placement of the tool rest for effective circumference cutting.
Correct positioning of the tool rest for circumference scraping operations.
Techniques for using the gouge for rough cuts and shaping wood.
Methods for using the skew chisel for finished cuts, vees, and beads.
Proper application of the parting tool for cutting grooves and separating workpieces.
Techniques for using spear point, round nose, and flat nose chisels for scraping.
How to use special knives for creating shapes and contours on the workpiece.
Method for achieving smooth finishes using a block plane on the lathe.
Techniques for using rasps and files for stock removal and shaping.
Describes the three generally accepted hand positions for controlling chisels.
General guidance on performing standard turning cuts.
How to reduce square stock to a cylinder, the first step in turning.
Methods for accurately sizing the workpiece cylinder during rough cutting.
Techniques for establishing approximate finished diameters using sizing cuts.
Methods for achieving a smooth cylindrical surface after rough cutting.
Procedure for creating a shoulder, which is a change in diameter or a flat surface.
Techniques for cutting V-shaped grooves using the skew chisel.
Step-by-step instructions for shaping decorative beads on the workpiece.
How to create long, smooth curves on the workpiece using skew or gouge.
Techniques for creating gradual slopes or tapers on the workpiece.
Guidance on planning and executing finished spindle turning projects.
Preparing a plan and marking critical dimensions on the workpiece for turning.
Creating a visual pattern or template for faceplate turning operations.
Tables providing recommended spindle speeds for faceplate and chuck turning based on workpiece size.
Techniques for safely boring and scraping deep recesses into the workpiece.
Instructions for keeping the machine and workshop clean and free of sawdust.
Details on the permanent lubrication of the lathe's ball bearings.
Advice on maintaining the tool's condition, including cord care and part replacement.
Lists recommended accessories for spindle and drive assembly, available through catalog or online.
