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Make sure all guards are in place and that the lathe sits on a flat, stable
surface.
Always wear eye protection or a face shield when operating the lathe.
Always wear a respirator when using this machine. Wood dust may
cause allergies or long-term respiratory health problems.
Before starting, be certain the workpiece has been properly imbedded on
the headstock and tailstock centers and that there is adequate clearance for the full rotation.
Always inspect the condition of your workpiece. DO NOT turn pieces with
knots, splits, and other potentially dangerous conditions. Make sure joints of glued-up pieces have
high quality bonds and won't fly apart during operation.
Adjust tool rest to provide proper support for the turning tool you will be
using. Test tool rest clearance by rotating workpiece by hand before turning lathe ON.
Select the correct turning speed for your work, and allow the lathe to gain full
speed before using.
Keep lathe chisels properly sharpened and held firmly in position when turn-
ing.
Never operate the lathe with damaged or worn parts.
Make sure your wood lathe is turned OFF, disconnected from its
power source, and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before starting any inspection,
adjustment, or maintenance procedure.
DO NOT stop the lathe by using your hand against the workpiece. Allow the lathe
to stop on its own.
Keep long hair and loose clothing articles such as sleeves, belts, and
jewelry items away from the lathe spindle.
When face plate turning, use lathe chisels on the downward spinning side of
the workpiece only.
Remove the tool rest when performing sanding or polishing operations on the
rotating spindle.
Removing too much material at once may cause workpiece to fly out of
the lathe.
. If the workpiece vibrates, immediately turn the lathe OFF.
Check to make sure the workpiece is centered and balanced. Trim excess waste off corners with a
bandsaw or table saw to reduce vibration. Make sure workpiece is securely attached in setup.