General International 25-650ABC M1 Use and Care Manual

FEATURESSpecifically designed and built for profes-sionals who want superior performance.Heavy-duty, cast-iron bed and stand foradded stability and mi

INSTALL THE BELT TENSION RELEASE LEVERInstall the belt tension release lever A as shown in B.ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONSFor your convenience this lathe is s

ALWAYS BE SURE TO STOP THE LATHE SPINDLE COMPLETELY BEFORE CHANGING DIRECTION. WHEN MOUNTING AFACEPLATE, ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SET SCREWS IN THE FACE P

To change the speed range:1. Unplug the machine from the power source.2. Open the belt guard cover A located on top of theheadstock.3. Loosen the moto

The tailstock has an MT#2 taper hole into which the livecenter fits.1. Make sure the shank of the live center and the tail-stock hole are clean and fr

TAILSTOCK MOVEMENTThe tailstock is used to support the other end of the work-piece to be turned and can be moved along the bedsideways to suit the len

MOUNTING A WORKPIECE TO THE FACE PLATEFor turning applications where the workpiece cannotbe secured between the headstock and tailstock cen-ters (such

16To lock the spindle:1. Thread the spindle lock/index pin into one of the threaded holes around the spindle, A.2. Rotate the flywheel B slowly by han

RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES5 Piece Woodturning Mini-Chisel Set - #25-250Made from high quality high-speed steel with solid hard-wood handles.Desi

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THANK YOU for choosing this General®International model 25-650ABC M116” X 42” Wood Lathe. This wood lathe has been carefully tested and inspected befo

20PARTS LIST – 25-650ABCPART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY25-650ABC-1A BED 58" 125-650ABC-2A HEADSTOCK 16" 125-650ABC-3 HEADSTOCK COVER

21PARTS LIST – 25-650ABCPART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY25-650ABC-51 SPRING WASHER 3/8" 125-650ABC-52 FLAT WASHER 3/8" X 21 X 2.5 225-

PARTS LIST – 25-650ABCPART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY25-650ABC-178 BUTTON(RED) 125-650ABC-184A MOTOR LABEL 125-650ABC-185 POWER CORD 32CM 125-6

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IMPORTANTWhen ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine andpart number. Also a brief description of each

All component parts of General®, General® International and Excalibur by GeneralInternational ® products are carefully inspected during all stages of

TABLE OF CONTENTSRules for safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

5To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as poten-tial hazards. General® Inte

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONSIn the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. Thoughequipped with a 2

TWIDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTSV16" X 42" WOOD TURNING LATHE25-650ABC M1UHEADSTOCKJCAMLKIHGDEFBTOOL RESTNORPSQXA- MOTORB- HEAD

Carefully unpack and remove the lathe componentsfrom the box and check for damaged or missing itemsas per the list of contents below.NOTE: Please repo

PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOPThis machine should be installed and operated only on a solid, flat and stable floor that is able to support theweight of the