Woodstock SHOP FOX W1704 Instruction Manual - Removing Centers
ASSEMBLY
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Figure 9. Installing spur center into
headstock spindle.
Figure 10. Removing spur center with
knock-out tool.
The spur and live centers are taper-fit compo-
nents that install in the same manner; however,
the spur center always goes into the headstock
spindle and the live center always goes into the
tailstock barrel.
To install the centers, do these steps:
1. UNPLUG THE LATHE!
2. Insert the tapered end of the center into
the spindle and push firmly, as shown in
Figure 9.
3. Check that the center is securely installed
by giving it a quick tug. (A properly installed
center will not pull out by hand.)
Removing Centers
A knock-out tool is included with your lathe to
remove the spur and live centers.
To remove the centers with the knock-out
tool, do these steps:
1. UNPLUG THE LATHE!
2. Hold a clean rag under the spindle to catch
the center when you remove it.
3. Using the knock-out tool, tap the center
from the outside end of the spindle (as
shown in
Figure 10) and catch the center as
it falls out.
UNPLUG-POWER
CORD
before you do any assem-
bly or adjustment tasks!
Otherwise, serious per-
sonal injury to you or oth-
ers may occur!