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EXTENSION CORDS
Use proper extension cords. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition and
is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong
grounding type plug and matching receptacle which
will accept the machine’s plug. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current of the machine. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Fig. D-1 shows the correct
gauge to use depending on the cord length. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Fig. D-1
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere
Rating Volts
Total
Length of
Cord in
Feet
Gauge of Extension
Cord
0-6 120
up to
25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG
6-10 120
up to
25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG
10-12 120
up to
25 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG
12-16 120
up to
25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120
GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED
FOREWORD
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
DELTA
®
Midi-Lathe 46-460: Electronic variable speed lathe with a 1 HP Max motor that can turn objects at any speed
between 250 and 4,000 RPMs.
DELTA
®
Midi-Lathe 46-455: Manual 5-speed lathe with a 3/4 HP Max that can turn objects at ve different speeds,
from 500 RPM to 4,000 RPM.
Both lathes will turn objects up to 12-1/2" (318 mm) in diameter over the bed and 9" (229 mm) in diameter over the tool
rest base. The maximum distance between centers is 16-1/2" (419 mm).
NOTICE: The manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations contained in the manual are
representative only and may not depict the actual labeling or accessories included. These are intended to illustrate
technique only.
CARTON CONTENTS
A. Faceplate
B. Tailstock
C. Tool rest base
D. 6 in. (152 mm) tool rest
E. Hex wrench 3 mm
F. Live center
G. Spur center
H. Knockout bar
I. Faceplate wrench
J. 10 in. (254 mm) tool rest
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