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Setting up your NOVA COMET 14DR lathe
Setting up your workshop environment
Your workshop should be set up appropriately for you to effectively use the lathe. The workshop should be
setup with the following factors taken into consideration:
1. Lathe location
Position the NOVA COMET 14DR lathe close to a power source, and in an area with enough clearance for
workloads. Other machines in the workshop should not interfere with the movement/power of the lathe.
2. Lighting
The work shop should have adequate lighting, with enough lighting around the lathe not to cast shadows
upon the workpiece. If possible, locate the lathe near a window. A portable spotlight might be helpful.
3. Ventilation
Workshop must have an adequate level of ventilation. The level of required ventilation depends on the size
of the workshop and the amount of work that is done within the workshop. The use of dust collectors and
filters will minimize your health risk.
4. Elements/Environment
Every shop environment 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 that is free from excessive moisture, hazardous chemicals, airborne abrasives, or extreme
conditions. Extreme conditions for this type of machinery are generally those where the ambient temperature
range exceeds 41°
– 104°F (5° - 40°C); the relative humidity range exceeds 20%–95% (non-condensing).
Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment, and/or poor work results.
Motor Break-in Operation
Run the lathe motor without any load for approximately 30~45 minutes before start using the lathe to cut
wood/apply significant load. The motor and bearings break-in should be done at the fastest speed possible and
not be unattended.
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NOVA COMET 14DR features a variable speed DC motor that contains brushes that make physical contact
with the motor rotor. For the best motor performance and life, the motor brushes should be slightly worn out to
ensure the brushes are making good contact.
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Note: A clicking/swishing noise in the motor is normal which will reduce as the brushes wear in.