Section 4: Operations; Operation Overview - Grizzly T32536 Owner's Manual

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Overview

The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov-
ice machine operator with a basic understanding
of how the machine is used during operation, so
the machine controls/components discussed later
in this manual are easier to understand.
Due to the generic nature of this overview, it is
not intended to be an instructional guide. To learn
more about specific operations, read this entire
manual, seek additional training from experienced
machine operators, and do additional research
outside of this manual by reading "how-to" books,
trade magazines, or websites.
To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire
using machine.
Eye injuries or respiratory problems can
occur while operating this machine. Wear
personal protective equipment to reduce
your risk from these hazards.
If you are not experienced with this type
of machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND
that you seek additional training outside of
this manual. Read books/magazines or get
formal training before beginning any proj-
ects. Regardless of the content in this sec-
tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable
for accidents caused by lack of training.
Model T32536 (Mfd. Since 10/20)
manual BEFORE
To complete a typical operation, the operator
does the following:
1. Examines workpiece to make sure it is suit-
able for turning. No extreme bows, knots, or
cracks are present.
2.
Prepares and trims workpiece with a bandsaw
or table saw to make it roughly concentric.
3.
Installs workpiece between centers, or attach-
es it to faceplate or chuck.
4.
Adjusts tool rest according to type of opera-
tion, and sets minimum clearance between
workpiece and lip of tool rest to
5.
Rotates workpiece by hand to verify spindle
and workpiece rotate freely through full range
of motion.
6.
Verifies spindle speed dial is turned all the
way counterclockwise (lowest speed)
spindle does not start in high speed.
7.
Puts on ANSI-approved safety glasses, face
shield, and respirator.
8. Turns lathe ON, adjusts lathe speed as appro-
priate for workpiece, and carefully begins
turning operation, keeping chisel against tool
rest entire time it is cutting.
9. Turns lathe OFF
complete.
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