To fit the faceplate, lock the spindle by
loosening the spindle locking knob
and move towards the rear of the lathe.
Rotate the spindle until the locking
shaft locates in one of the indexing
holes and tighten the knob. Screw the
faceplate on to the spindle thread and
tighten with the knock out rod as
shown. Tighten the allen set screw.
Disengage the spindle-locking shaft
and tighten the knob to ensure that it
will not accidentally engage. To
remove the faceplate, reverse the
procedure.
Fitting the tool rest.
Two tool rests are provided. One for
center turning and the other for bowl
turning. The saddles may come fitted
to the bed of the machine, if they are
not assembled, assemble as follows.
Spindle locking knob
unlocked
Spindle locking knob
locked