GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
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Model #70-1824VSR and 70-1824VSR2 Wood Lathes are shipped complete in one box.
Unpacking and Clean-up
1. Carefully remove all contents from the shipping carton. Compare the contents with the list of contents to make sure
that all of the items are accounted for, before discarding any packing material. Place parts on a protected surface
for easy identification and assembly. If any parts are missing or broken, please call RIKON Customer Service (877-
884-5167) as soon as possible for replacements. DO NOT turn your machine ON if any of these items are missing.
You may cause injury to yourself or damage to the machine.
2. Report any shipping damage to your local distributor. Take photographs for any possible insurance claims.
3. Clean all rust protected surfaces with ordinary house hold type grease or spot remover. Do not use; gasoline, paint
thinner, mineral spirits, etc. These may damage painted surfaces. Clean thoroughly under the headstock, tailstock and
tool rest body.
4. Apply a coat of paste wax to any machined surfaces to prevent rust. Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth.
5. Set packing material and shipping carton aside. Do not discard until the machine has been set up and is running
properly.
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A. Lathe Bed
B. Master ON/OFF Switch &
115V Outlet (not shown)
C. Inverter Control Box
D. Legs (2)
E. Electronic Controls
F. Motor & Locking Handle
G. Outboard Hand Wheel
H. Indexing Control Assembly
I. Headstock & Lid to Spindle
J. Spindle Lock
K. Spindle with Spur Center
L. Headstock Locking Handle
M. 3-3/8” Faceplate
N. PRO Tool Rest 12”
O. Tool Rest Locking Handle
P. Tool Rest Base Locking Handle
Q. 60° Live Center
R. Tailstock Locking Handle
S. Tailstock Hand Wheel
T. Tailstock Storage (front & back)
U. Tailstock Locking Handle
V. Tool Holder
W. Shelf Brackets (4)
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Headstock turned
towards outboard.
Shown with faceplate.
Headstock turned
towards front.
Shown with chuck (not included)
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