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Instructions to keep dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
Information on obtaining replacement parts from authorized service centers.
Details the 2-year limited warranty for the metal lathe, excluding misuse and accidents.
Refer to the King Canada web site for updated parts diagrams and lists.
Mandates qualified electricians for all electrical connections and repairs.
Specifies hardwiring to a 240V, 15-AMP circuit with time delay fuse/breaker and grounding.
Provides detailed specifications for the metal lathe, including dimensions and motor details.
Instructions for cleaning the machine, removing grease, and installing accessories before initial use.
Identifies key components of the metal lathe and provides guidance on initial test runs.
Details the function and operation of various levers for the metal lathe.
Explanation of speed selection and spindle direction control levers in the headstock.
Guidance on using selector knobs to set feed rates and thread pitches.
Describes levers for manual carriage movement and power feed engagement.
Information on levers for tailstock quill movement and locking.
Procedure for securely mounting and removing chucks and face plates on the spindle nose.
Instructions for opening, closing, and reversing chuck jaws using the camlock key.
Guide on installing and positioning the follow rest and steady rest for workpiece support.
Steps for moving, fastening, and aligning the tailstock for optimal results.
Details on adjusting and locking the tool post assembly for desired cutting height and angle.
Guidance on adjusting the cross slide and top slide gibs and their operation.
Procedure for setting desired feed rates and thread selections using gear charts and selector knobs.
Instructions for installing proper change gears to achieve metric threads.
Explanation of the power feed lever for engaging longitudinal or cross feed.
Steps and considerations for performing thread cutting operations accurately.
Guide on using the thread cutting dial for engaging half nuts with the leadscrew.
Recommendations for using the coolant system during high-speed cutting operations.
Identifies key lubrication points on the lathe and provides a schedule for oil changes.
General| Swing Over Bed | 14 inches |
|---|---|
| Distance Between Centers | 40 inches |
| Tailstock Taper | MT3 |
| Motor Power | 2 HP |
| Spindle bore | 1.5 inches |
| Voltage | 220V |
| Phase | 1 |
| Thread Cutting Range | 4 - 56 TPI |
| Spindle Taper | MT5 |
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