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General Safety Rules 

 

WARNING

 

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury or death.

 

 

IMPORTANT:

 

Before switching the lathe on, ALWAYS check the machine for the correct setting and speed

 

1.

 

BEFORE  OPERATING  THE  TOOL  READ  THE 
MANUAL!

 

Learn  the  machine’s  application  and 

limitations, plus the specific hazards particular to it. 

2.

 

ALWAYS  USE  SAFETY  GLASSES 

(must  be  ANSI 

approved)  Everyday  eyeglasses  usually  are  only  impact 
resistant and safety glasses only protect eyes. A full-face 
shield will protect the eyes and face. Also use face or dust 
mask if sanding operation is dusty.  

3.

 

WEAR PROPER APPAREL

Do not wear loose clothing, 

gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which 
may  get  caught  in  moving  parts.  Nonslip  footwear  is 
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain 
long hair.  

4.

 

USE  EAR  PROTECTORS. 

Use  ear  muffs  for  extended 

period of operation. Use muffs rated to 103 DBA LEQ (8 
hour).   

5.

 

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. 

Don’t 

use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them 
to rain. Keep work area  well lighted. The NOVA  COMET 
14DR is intended for indoor use only. Failure to do so may 
void the warranty. 

14.

 

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE 

and in working order.  

15.

 

USE CORRECT TOOLS. 

Do not use a tool or attachment to 

do a job for which it was not designed. 

16.

 

USE RECOMMENDED NOVA ACCESSORIES

The use of 

improper accessories may cause hazards.  

17.

 

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL

It will do the job better and be 

safer at the rate for which it was

 

designed. 

18.

 

MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION

Keep tools sharp 

and  clean  for  best  and  safest  performance.  Follow 
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.  

19.

 

NEVER STAND ON TOOL

Serious injury could occur if the 

tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.  

20.

 

REMOVE  ADJUSTING  KEYS  AND  WRENCHES

Form  a 

habit  of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches 
are removed from tool before turning it on. 

21.

 

DO NOT OVERREACH

Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times.  

22.

 

DIRECTION  OF  FEED

.

 

Mind 

the 

direction 

of 

spindle/chuck/work to ensure a safe environment.  

23.

 

PAY ATTENTION TO WORK

Concentrate on your work. If 

you become tired or frustrated, leave it for a while and rest.  

24.

 

SECURE WORK

Use clamps or a  vice to hold work when 

practical. Severe injury or death can occur if an object comes 
free as it can become a dangerous projectile.  

25.

 

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS

Before further use of the tool, 

any  part  that  is  damaged  should  be  carefully  checked  to 
ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended 
function.  Check  for  alignment  of  moving  parts,  binding  of 
moving parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may 
affect its operation. Any damaged part should be properly 
repaired or replaced.  

26.

 

DRUGS,  ALCOHOL,  MEDICATION

Do  not  operate 

machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any 
medication.  

27.

 

DUST

 

WARNING

The  dust  generated  by  certain  woods 

and wood products can be harmful to your health. Always 
operate  machinery  in  well-ventilated  areas  and  provide 
means  for  proper  dust  removal.  Use  wood  dust  collection 
systems whenever possible. 

28.

 

DO NOT MODIFY OR USE THE LATHE FOR USES 
OTHER THAN FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED.

 

29.

 

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 

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6.

 

KEEP  WORK  AREA  CLEAN

Cluttered  areas/benches 

invite accidents. Build-up of sawdust is a fire hazard. 

7.

 

KEEP  CHILDREN  AND  VISITORS  AWAY. 

The  NOVA 

COMET 14DR is 

not recommended 

for children and ailing 

persons. Such personnel and onlookers should be kept a 
safe distance from work area. 

8.

 

MAKE  WORKSHOP  CHILDPROOF 

with  locks,  master 

switches, or by removing starter keys.  

9.

 

GROUND  ALL  TOOLS. 

If  the  tool  is  equipped  with  a 

three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole 
electrical  receptacle.  If  an  adapter  is  used  to 
accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter plug 
must be attached to a known ground. Never remove the 
third prong and add surge protection. 

10.

 

MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER 
SOURCE 

whilst in service/maintenance mode. 

11.

 

DISCONNECT  TOOLS  FROM  WALL  SOCKET 

before 

servicing  and  when  changing  accessories  such  as  bits, 
cutters, fuses, etc.

 

12.

 

AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING

Make sure switch is in 

the “Off” position be

fore plugging in power cord.

  

13.

 

NEVER  LEAVE  MACHINE  RUNNING  UNATTENDED.

  

Do not leave machine unless it is turned off and has come 
to a complete stop.

 

Summary of Contents for COMET 14DR

Page 1: ...127 0919 001 OPERATION MANUA L COMET 14DR Lathe Publication 127 0919 001 Date 6 September 2019 Models 46900 USA...

Page 2: ...SA Phone 727 954 3433 Customer Solutions For all worldwide Inquiries Repairs or Services issues must be in writing Email Service Teknatool com Or you can contact the retailer where you purchased your...

Page 3: ...11 Locking and Unlocking the Spindle 11 Mounting a Faceplate or Chuck onto the lathe 11 Operating the Tool slide 12 Positioning the tool slide 12 Adjusting the tool rest height 12 Operating the Tails...

Page 4: ...work to ensure a safe environment 23 PAY ATTENTION TO WORK Concentrate on your work If you become tired or frustrated leave it for a while and rest 24 SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vice to hold work wh...

Page 5: ...s offers you additional flexibility and allows you to achieve a superior finish reducing the need for extensive sanding Flexible capacity to match your project 14 355mm Capacity Over Bed 18 5 469mm Be...

Page 6: ...e Height 84 14mm 3 3125 Construction Bed Precision Ground Cast Iron Frame Cast Iron Steel Headstock Cast Iron Steel Tailstock Cast Iron Steel Pain Type Finish Enamel Powder Coat Other Specification Be...

Page 7: ...ive Centre 4718069 1 5 Live Centre 4718066 1 6 Spur Centre 4718064 1 7 3mm Hex Key AK03 1 8 5mm Hex Key AK05 1 9 8mm Hex Key AK08 1 10 Operating Knock Out Bar 4718071 1 11 Handwheel 471834 1 12 Handwh...

Page 8: ...our environment The ground tab on the adapter must be connected to the screw on the outlet for proper grounding This adaptor should only be used until a qualified electrician can install a properly gr...

Page 9: ...t is different The physical environment where the machine is operated is important for safe operation and longevity of machine components For best results operate this machine in a dry environment tha...

Page 10: ...s in line with the quill lock handle hole 2 Thread the tailstock quill lock handle into the tailstock body 3 Make sure the tailstock quill does not rotate with the handle rotation Operating the NOVA C...

Page 11: ...ile the LED light is flashing however the motor will start immediately after the FWD REV key is pressed Switching between Forward and Reverse Modes The forward and reverse can be switched by holding d...

Page 12: ...otor pulley big Spindle pulley small 1901 3850 Small turning and miniature turning work This speed range can be selected by changing the belt pulley position Changing Belt Positions Ensure the lathe i...

Page 13: ...force by a thumb onto the motor handle plate to tension the belt 4 Caution Excessive belt tension may cause the belt or the pulleys to break 5 Turn the bed belt cover to close and relock the cover 6...

Page 14: ...osition Mounting a Faceplate or Chuck onto the lathe Ensure to lock the spindle using the spindle lock function before commencing the procedure Use the Allen key to loosen remove the safety screw from...

Page 15: ...at the desired position by turning the cam shaft handle in one direction until it becomes firm Tip Do not position the tool slide so most of the tool rest body is hanging off from the lathe bed as thi...

Page 16: ...k Turn the tailstock handwheel in the counter clockwise direction to contract the tailstock quill Locking the tailstock quill in position Tighten the tailstock quill lock on the rear of the tailstock...

Page 17: ...ng the Tool slide If the tool slide becomes hard to move and adjust cleaning and lubricating are required 1 To make the tool slide move more freely along the bed make sure the bed rails are clean Appl...

Page 18: ...15 127 0919 001...

Page 19: ...t 1 Loosen the headstock casing from the bed and make the required adjustment Tailstock Handwheel hard to turn or will not turn 1 Quill lock 2 Inside the tailstock quill housing 3 Quill internal threa...

Page 20: ...nd purchase price paid must be provided at the time of claim Repairs are charged hourly In addition customer pays for shipping to from and provides own shipping contain Warranty Repairs customer pays...

Page 21: ...18 127 0919 001 NOVA COMET 14DR EXPLODED PARTS...

Page 22: ...ip 47 IC47 2 44 Spur Centre 46502 1 45 Faceplate 4718066 1 46 Spindle 4718021 1 Key No Description SKU QTY 47 Live Centre 46503 1 48 Tailstock Quill 4718027 1 49 Tailstock Leadscrew 4718028 1 50 Tails...

Page 23: ...ex Pin Knob 4718022 1 10 Tension Pin 4x14 TP0414 1 11 Index Pin Housing 4718023 1 12 Index Pin Spring 4718024 1 15 Index Pin 4718025 1 4698002 Tailstock Subassembly Key No Description SKU QTY 19 Hex S...

Page 24: ...Taper accessory from the lathe spindle by using the knockout bar 1 Insert the knockout bar from the headstock handwheel side 2 Using a soft hammer to firmly strike the knockout bar towards the tailsto...

Page 25: ...Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure work in a well ventilated area and with approved safety equipment such as dus...

Page 26: ...Comet are registered trademarks Due to NOVA s continuous product improvement and development policy specifications features and images contained in this manual may change without notice Teknatool is...

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