Hafco Woodmaster T-13S

Questions and Answers

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Stephanie SmithAug 25, 2025
Why does my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S leave uneven cutting marks or a wavy surface?
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  Michaela MackAug 25, 2025
  If you're seeing uneven cutting marks, a wavy surface, or chatter marks on your workpiece with the Hafco Woodmaster Lathe, it could be due to a few reasons. The feed rate might be too fast, so try reducing it. The chip breaker or pressure bar could be set unevenly, so adjust their height. Also, improperly set bed rollers can cause this issue, so properly adjust the bed roller height. Make sure that inserts or blades are properly installed; remove them, then properly clean and install. Finally, worn cutterhead bearings can also lead to these marks, so consider replacing them.
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Seth MoralesAug 28, 2025
What to do if the workpiece stops or slows during a cut on my Hafco Woodmaster Lathe?
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  justin49Aug 28, 2025
  If your workpiece stops or slows down in the middle of a cut with your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe, it could be due to several reasons. The depth of cut might be too deep, so reduce it. Pitch or glue build-up on the components of the thicknesser can also cause this, so clean the planer components with a pitch or resin dissolving solvent. Additionally, one or both of the bed rollers might be set too low or too high, so lower or raise the bed rollers. Other potential causes include a chip breaker or pressure bar set too low (raise the height of the chip breaker or pressure bar) and feed rollers set too low or too high (adjust the feed rollers to the correct height).
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Tiffany Moyer DDSAug 30, 2025
What causes a consistent chipping pattern on my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S Lathe?
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  Kevin GeorgeAug 30, 2025
  A consistent chipping pattern on your workpiece when using the Hafco Woodmaster Lathe can stem from several causes. Inspect the workpiece for knots and grain direction; use only clean stock. A nicked or chipped cutter or insert can also cause this, so rotate or replace the cutters or insert. Other potential factors include a feed rate that is too fast (reduce the feed rate), a depth of cut that is too deep (reduce the depth of cut), bed rollers set too high or low or not even with each other (properly adjust the bed roller height), and a misaligned chip breaker (adjust sides of chip breaker until correct).
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Mr. Richard GarciaSep 2, 2025
How to prevent excessive step (snipe) on my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S?
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  Shelley GraySep 2, 2025
  Excessive step (snipe), which is a gouge at the end of the workpiece that is uneven with the rest of the cut, when using the Hafco Woodmaster Lathe can be caused by several factors. One or both of the bed rollers might be set too high, so lower them. The rear table extension may slope down or not be level with the table, so adjust the rear extension wing set screws to make the extension level with the table. The chip breaker or pressure bar could be set too low, so raise their height. Finally, the workpiece may not be fully supported as it leaves the thicknesser, so use roller stands to properly support it.
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pittssandySep 5, 2025
Why is my Hafco Woodmaster Lathe producing a glassy surface?
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  Joseph HarrisSep 5, 2025
  A glassy surface on your workpiece when using the Hafco Woodmaster Lathe can be due to a few reasons. The inserts might be dull, so rotate or replace them or replace the blades. The feed rate might be too slow, so increase it. The depth of cut might be too shallow, so increase it.
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claire96Sep 7, 2025
What causes furry grain when using my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S?
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  Judith MaldonadoSep 7, 2025
  If you're experiencing furry grain when using your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe, it could be due to a couple of reasons. The workpiece might have high moisture content or surface wetness, so allow it to dry if the moisture content is over 20% or has surface wetness. Dull cutter blades or inserts can also cause this, so rotate or replace them.
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Nicholas DixonSep 12, 2025
Why does my Hafco Woodmaster Lathe leave lines or ridges on the workpiece?
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  Susan ReeseSep 12, 2025
  If you notice lines or ridges running the length of the workpiece when using your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe, it's likely due to nicked blades or chipped inserts. Rotate or replace the inserts or replace the damaged blades.
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Cindy RodriguezSep 13, 2025
What causes inconsistent chip marks on my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S?
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  Tiffany LopezSep 13, 2025
  If you're seeing inconsistent chip marks when using your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe, it could be that chips are not being removed from around the cutterhead. Use an adequate dust collection system and adjust the chip deflector in or out.
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Tami BrownNov 16, 2025
Why won't my Hafco Woodmaster T-13S start or why does the breaker trip?
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  Holly SmithNov 16, 2025
  If your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe doesn't start or the breaker trips, several issues could be the cause. First, check if the stop push-button is engaged or faulty and consider checking/replacing the magnetic switch. Ensure the power supply is switched ON. Also, the thermal overload relay may have tripped, so reset the trip load dial or replace it if necessary. Other potential causes include a tripped wall circuit breaker (ensure the circuit size is correct and replace if needed), a faulty or incorrectly wired plug/receptacle (test for good contacts and correct the wiring), incorrect motor connection wiring (correct the motor wiring connections), a contactor that is not energized (test all legs for power and replace if faulty), wiring that is open or has high resistance (check and fix broken o...
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katiewatkinsNov 18, 2025
What to do if my Hafco Woodmaster Lathe stalls or is underpowered?
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  Spencer FreemanNov 18, 2025
  If your Hafco Woodmaster Lathe stalls or seems underpowered, it could be due to several reasons. The feed rate might be too fast, so try decreasing it. The workpiece material may not be suitable; ensure the timber moisture is below 20%. A dust collection ducting problem, such as blockages, can also cause this, so clear any blockages and use smooth wall duct. Additionally, the motor might be overheated, so clean the motor, let it cool, and reduce the load. Slipping V-belts can also cause stalling, so tension or replace the belts and ensure the pulleys are aligned. Other potential causes include a faulty run capacitor (test, repair, or replace), a pulley/sprocket slipping on the shaft (replace the loose pulley/shaft), faulty motor bearings (test, repair, or replace), or a faulty motor (test,...