Powermatic 3520B User Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Woodturning Lathe Model 3520B shown with optional 18-inch bed extension and user-made shelf WMH TOOL

103. Install the outer collar and tighten the set screw. 4. The guard can be pivoted to one of two positions: Operating mode (shown on front cover)

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 centers (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

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

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 25) and lift up the tension handle (B, Figure 25) to raise the

2 Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Serv

20(B) Forward/Reverse When turning with a face plate, make sure both set screws on the face plate are tight (see Figure 22) before reversing the sp

214. Bed ways; keep clean, use steel wool to remove any rust spots, and apply paste wax to prevent buildup of rust and finishes. 5. Tool support; u

22Carbon steel tools can overheat easily and should be cooled frequently. If the edge turns blue, it has lost its temper and should be ground past th

237. Support the workpiece while bringing the tailstock into position about 1” away from the end of the workpiece. Lock the tailstock to the bed. 8.

245. Once the workpiece is roughed down to a cylinder, smooth it with a large skew. Keep the skew handle perpendicular to the spindle and use only t

25Face Plate and Bowl Turning Face plate turning is normally done on the inboard side of the headstock over the bed. Larger workpieces must be turned

26Distortion Distortion is a problem associated with turning green wood. It will vary from one type of wood to the next. Typically, fruitwoods tend t

27 Figure 38 6. Use the left hand to control cutting edge of gouge, while right hand swings tool handle around toward your body (Figure 38). The flu

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 t

29Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Power line overloaded. Correct overload condition. Undersize wires in power supply system. Increas

3 Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...

30Recommended Lathe Speeds (per diameter of workpiece) DIAMETER OF WORK ROUGHING RPMGENERAL CUTTINGRPMFINISHING RPMUnder 2" 1520 3000 30002 to

31Headstock Assembly

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

3359...3601006... Spindle Lock Plunger... ...1 60...

34Stand and Bed Assembly

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

36Optional 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: Adapters, Face Plates, and Tool Supports Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty. 1...6294734...

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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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 WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model 3520B Lathe. This manual

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 Forklift or hoist with straps/slings 14mm wrench 4mm and 8mm hex wrenches The Lathe should be disconnected

9 8. The levelers can be adjusted at any time to ensure the Lathe is stable and level. 9. Set the Lathe right side up (or remove it from the table)