background image

                                                                       118-1214-010                                                                 8 

23. 

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.  
 

24. 

DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION. 

Do not operate machine while under 

the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. 
 

25. 

DUST

 

WARNING. 

The dust generated by certain woods and wood products 

can be harmful to your health. Always use an approved dust mask and 
operate machinery in well-ventilated areas.  In addition, provide a means for 
proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible. 

 

 

 

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES: 

 

Warning!

  Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury

.  

 

1. 

AVOID EXCESS SAWDUST OR METAL FILINGS.   

 

2. 

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. 

 Do not turn

 

the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe “ON”

 

before clearing it of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.).  Keep the nearby area 
and floor clear of debris. 
 

3. 

CHECK SET-UP

 

WITH THE SPINDLE “OFF”

.  Inspect the

 

set-up carefully and 

rotate the

 

work piece, by hand, to check clearance(s).  In addition, check to see 

speed is correctly selected before turning “ON” spindle. 
 

4. 

WHEN NOT IN USE, SECURE THE ELECTRICAL POWER CORD BY REMOVING 
IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET

 to prevent unauthorized use of the NOVA Comet II 

Midi Lathe and the chosen NOVA VERSATURN™ Accessory Attachment.  Doing so 
will prevent children or unauthorized personnel from accidentally turning it “ON.”  

5. 

TURN THE “ON/OFF” SWITCH ON THE LATHE TO THE “OFF” POSITION 
AND REMOVE THE CHOSEN NOVA VERSATURN™ ACCESSORY  
ATTACHMENT FROM THE NOVA COMET II MIDI LATHE

 when the operations are 

finished. Thoroughly clean the area surrounding the NOVA VERSATURN™ Accessory 
making it ready for the next use. 

6. 

ALWAYS VERIFY THE CORRECT SPEED IS SELECTED BEFORE SWITCHING 

Summary of Contents for NOVA Comet Versaturn

Page 1: ...ARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USE READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE THIS ACCESSORY CAN ONLY BE USED ON THE NOVA COMET II MIDI LATHE WITH THE VERSATURN COUPLER ACCESSORY In s truc tio n M anu al ...

Page 2: ...OTE Due to NOVA s continual product development and improvement policy product features and specifications may change without notice Copyright 2000 2014 by Teknatool International All Rights Reserved NOVA Comet II and NOVA Versaturn are trademarks of Teknatool International Ltd The information and specifications contained herein are subject to change Teknatool is not responsible for errors or omis...

Page 3: ...tional Ltd Phone 64 9 477 5600 Fax 64 9 477 5601 Email service teknatool com Website www teknatool com United States Teknatool Service Center Phone 727 954 3433 Free Phone 1 866 748 3025 Free Fax 1 866 748 4193 Email service teknatool com Website www teknatool com ...

Page 4: ... 1214 010 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTACT TEKNATOOL 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 5 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 Accessories For Comet II Midi Lathe 14 Warranty 15 ...

Page 5: ...ts or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approv...

Page 6: ... face or dust mask if cutting 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 Non slip footwear is recommended Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 4 USE EAR PROTECTORS Use ear plugs or muffs for any period of operation Use muffs rated to 103 DBA LEQ 8 hour 5 DON T USE IN DANGERO...

Page 7: ...l or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed 15 DON T FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and be safer at the rate force for which it was designed 16 MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories 17 NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped ...

Page 8: ...personal injury 1 AVOID EXCESS SAWDUST OR METAL FILINGS 2 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Do not turn the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe ON before clearing it of all objects tools scraps of wood etc Keep the nearby area and floor clear of debris 3 CHECK SET UP WITH THE SPINDLE OFF Inspect the set up carefully and rotate the work piece by hand to check clearance s In addition check to see speed is correctly selecte...

Page 9: ... DAMAGED OR FAULTY If any part of your NOVA Comet II Midi lathe is missing damaged or broken in any way or if any electrical component fails shut off the wood lathe and disconnect the wood lathe from the power supply Replace missing damaged or failed parts before resuming the operation ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION The instruction for the safe and proper operation of this product is available from...

Page 10: ...w 4 5 47013 Rubber Gasket 1 6 Grease 1 1 Apply a layer of grease to surfaces C and D on the back side of the Coupler Interface 2 shown in Figure 1 Figure 1 2 Insert the Coupler 2 into the Coupler Lock Ring 1 NOTE make sure the Coupler Lock Ring is orientated so its Locked Open Location Tabs are on the Left of the coupler facing the Front side of the Lathe as in Figure 3 Figure 2 ...

Page 11: ...omet II A 4 Align the mounting holes on the Coupler Interface 2 with the threaded holes on the Coupler Mounting face A 5 Insert a Screw 4 with spring lock washer 3 into each mounting hole and tighten 6 Place the Rubber Gasket 5 on the Coupler interface 2 with the flats of the Rubber Gasket facing the stop tabs of the coupler interface 2 Figure 3 ...

Page 12: ... warm up 1 Carefully choose a location for the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe and VERSATURN Coupler Accessory If mounted on a workbench ensure there is adequate room all around the accessory for safe operation The area must be level and clear of other power tools and or power tool cords that could interfere with operation of the VERSATURN Accessories 2 The VERSATURN Accessories should be installed on th...

Page 13: ... rubber face of the VERSATURN Coupler rotate the VERSATURN Coupler s Lock Ring clockwise until the Locked tab 6 is facing upward to lock the grinder onto the lathe Figure 5 6 Double check the Lock ring is tightened snug and that the VERSATURN Accessory is not loose Figure 6 ...

Page 14: ...ers amazing holding power in both the contraction and expansion mode It includes a screw chuck and a lock for reversing work A wide variety of optional jaws are available to hold almost any work piece Note this chuck has been designed for the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe Only Revolving Center System 5015 A multi function live center system to expand your options when turning between centers It include...

Page 15: ...ntal special indirect and consequential damages or expenses including loss of profits or loss of operations This warranty is Teknatool International Ltd sole warranty There are no other warranties whether written or verbal whether expressed or implied by law trade custom or otherwise whether of merchantability fitness for purpose or otherwise except for remedies available to customers under the Co...

Page 16: ...118 1214 010 16 2011Teknatool International Ltd Teknatool USA Inc All Rights Reserved Register your warranty online www teknatool com ...

Reviews: