Powermatic 3520B Manuel d'utilisateur

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Woodturning Lathe Model 3520B WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tenne

104. The guard can be pivoted to one of two positions: Operating mode (shown on front cover) or tilted back for stock loading (shown in Figure 6). 5

11 For outboard turning, where the headstock is moved to the opposite end of the Lathe to accommodate large bowl blanks, you can (1) mount the 18” be

121. Mark your hole ce nters (2” centers) along the length of a 2x6. Place the holes so that the tops of the dowels will be even with the tops of the

13 Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. The Lathe will operate on single phase or three phase, 230 volt power supply. The Lathe shou

14 To remove headstock, tailstock or toolrest base from the bed, unscrew and remove either of the stop bolts (B, Figure 14). After re-mounting these

15Live Center and Cone The live center cone, shown in Figure 17, screws clockwise onto the threads of the live center body. To remove the cone from

163. To remove a spur center or live center, first remove the workpiece from the Lathe. Insert the knockout rod (Figure 20) through the hole in the h

172. Install the comparator spur center into the headstock bracket, by lifting up on the spring pin and inserting the comparator spur center until i

18Sheave and Belt Alignment The motor and spindle sheaves are aligned with each other at the factory, but if any service is performed that affects th

191. Disconnect Lathe from power source. 2. Loosen the pivot lock handle (A, Figure 27) and lift up t he tension handle (B, Figure 27) to raise th

2 Warranty and Service Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Au

20Operating Controls See Figure 28. (A) On/Off Button: Push in to stop the Lathe; pull out to start. NOTE: If there is a power outage while operating

21Inspection Before operating the lathe, check that everything is in proper working order: 1. Level your machine; use the adjustable levelers to hel

22For best results, use a slow speed grinder (1800 rpm) fitted with a 60-grit aluminum oxide wheel (for shaping) and a 100-grit alum. oxide wheel (fo

234. Make sure the headstock is locked to the Lathe bed. 5. Clean the tapered end of the spur center and the inside of the headstock spindle. 6. I

244. Keep as much of the bevel of the tool as possible in contact with the workpiece to ensure control and avoid catches. NOTE: Always cut down-hill

25Turn off the lathe and use a brush or paper towel to apply the finish. Remove excess finish before restarting lathe. Allow to dry and sand again wi

26As you turn bowls from green wood, make sure you maintain a consistent wall thickness throughout the piece. Leaving a piece thick in some areas and

275. Place 1/2" bowl gouge on tool support at center of the workpiece with the flute facing top of bowl. The tool handle should be level and po

28Indexer Positions How to use the chart The indexer is shown as viewed from the tailstock end of the Lathe. Points A, B, C and D are the holes in th

29Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor fails to develop full power. Power line overloaded. Correct overload condition. Undersize wir

3 Table of Contents Warranty and Service...

30Recommended Lathe Speeds (per diameter of workpiece) Diameter of Work Roughing RPM General Cutting RPM Finishing RPM Under 2” 1520 3000 300

31Headstock Assembly

32Parts List: Headstock Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 6294736 ...Faceplate ...

3357 ... 6295915 ...Control Pot Assembly... 1 58 ...

34Stand and Bed Assembly

35Parts List: Stand and Bed Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 3520B-101 ...Bed...

36 Optional Accessories: Bed Extensions Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 6294727B...18” Bed Extension Assemb

37Optional Accessories: Outboard Turning Stand Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty. ... 6294732 ...Heavy Duty Out

38Optional Accessories: Face Plates, Tool Supports and Misc. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty. 1 ... 6295902 ...

39Optional Accessories: Dust Port Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 6294796 ...Dust Port Assembly

4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on t

40Electrical Connections

41 Electrical: Remote ON/OFF Switch (Optional Accessory) NOTE: The Lathe can only operate when both the headstock and remote switches are in the “O

42NOTES

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44 WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.powermati

5 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious

6 Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model 3520B

7 Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not disca

8 Assembly Tools required for assembly 14mm wrench 4mm and 8mm hex wrenches The Lathe should be disconnected from power during assembly. 1. Remov

9 Comparator Rear Bracket Mount the comparator rear bracket (A, Figure 2) to the back of the tailstock with two 3/8 x 1-1/4 socket head cap screws,