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General Rules for Working

Ensure the lathe is regularly greased and/or the oil level is checked.

Always work over the wheel with gentle motion when bevelling the edges of glass. work diagonally across the wheel surface. to avoid wearing a groove in the surface.

Use an even pressure against the wheel rotation to avoid vibration. Correct water amount and feed distribution is also important.

Practice by working under. When more accustomed to the process. try working over. It is more difficult to hold the glass. but facilitates observation.

An extra water cloth for weight is used for better contact with the wheel surface. Also. a 'back sponge' may be used.

Remember to keep a silicon carbide stone clean and rough by regular dressing.

Always hold glass pieces in a positive and confident manner. working slowly and gently. Efficient wheels and correct speeds do not require excessive pressure.

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Power Points

Trying to shake iron filings from my hair
They make the pillow black
There is a sound of electric drills, a jig-saw

The power comes in fits and starts
There are three of us here: we move
As we must move