Installation, Operation – Harbor Freight Tools CENTRAL MACHINERY 44859 User Manual
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SKU 44859
installation
1.
Carefully place the Lathe on a sturdy, level work table with sufficient light.
2.
Use appropriate hardware (not included) in the mounting holes of the lathe base, to
properly secure the lathe. The work table must also be properly mounted to the floor.
3.
Before operation, verify that the slide, worktable, and spindle can move, and are not
locked in place.
4.
Clean machine with nonflammable solvent and oil the machine according to the
lubrication requirements (see Lubrication section) before running the machine.
operation
This 8 x 12 inch Lathe is capable of machining metal and nonmetallic stock by cutting,
drilling, and milling. It can cut circular surfaces, both inside and out, cones, mill planes or
grooves, and other cutting functions depending on the tools used. It can also create SAE
and metric threads.
controls
note: the splash guard shown in the photo above is not included. it can be ordered using sKu 26962.
07h
ITEM
NAME
USAGE
ASSY NO.
A
Reversing Switch Change rotation direction of the spindle
200
B
Master Switch
Turn machine power On and Off
200
C
Turn Lever
Moves saddle transversely
500
D
Turn Lever
Moves saddle longitudinally
600
E
Straight Lever
Clamps the square tool rest
400
F
Straight Lever
Moves the square tool rest carriage longitudinally
400
G
Straight Lever
Controls apron clasp nut
600
H
Straight Lever
Controls tailstock sleeve
300
I
Turn Lever
Moves tailstock sleeve longitudinally
300
A
G
F
E
D
C
B
I
H