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- Page 1 Nova Comet II Wood Lathe Z157 Publication No. 118-0817-007 Updated 21 August 2017 Patent Application 593-446 118-0817-007...
- Page 2 Speed Range The Nova Comet II™ Wood Lathe has a 3-step Electronic Variable Speed range. One of the best in the industry for mini lathe work. Low range: slower speeds from 250 RPM up to 680 RPM for larger spindle and bowl work. Medium range: from 530 RPM up to 1420 RPM for smaller items such as Pen work.
- Page 3 Welcome! Thank you for choosing NOVA and our Nova Comet II™ Mini Wood Lathe. Welcome to the NOVA Family of Woodworking Products. Your choice shows you want the best for your woodturning and recognize the superior and unique benefits the Nova Comet II Wood Lathe offers.
- Page 4 Teknatool Innovation and Customer Care Center Phone: 727-954-3433 Phone: 1-866-748-3025 Fax: 727-623-0902 Email: service@teknatool.com Website: www.teknatool.com For service enquiries, you can contact us above, or contact the retailer where you have purchased your NOVA Comet II 12” Midi Lathe. 118-0817-007...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Comet II Wood Lathe Accessories: ..................... 29 Comet II Wood Lathe Accessories: ..................... 30 © Copyright 2000 -2013 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 omissions herein or for incidental damages in connection with the furnishing or use of this information. -
Page 6: General Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES: Warning! Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not use a tool or Learn the machine’s applications, limitations attachment to do a job for which it was not and the specific hazards particular to it. -
Page 7: Additional Safety Rules For Wood Lathes
Important Note: For Schools and Industrial applications, the Nova Comet II™ Wood Lathe will require the use of a NO VOLT RELEASE. For these applications, the lathe may also fall under additional regulations. Note: In the USA a Low Voltage Control (LVC) is required. -
Page 8: Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe Specifications
Nova Comet II Wood Lathe Specifications: Weight: 77.2lbs (35Kgs) Packaged. Tool Rest: Overall dimensions: Length: 6" (150mm) Length: 29.3" approx. (744mm) Shaft Diameter: 5/8" (15mm) Height: 14.5" approx. (370mm) Motor: (Top of headstock from bench) 3/4 HP (550W) Average Output Swing over bed: 12"... -
Page 9: Setting Up Your Workshop
Lathe Stand Recommendations A sturdy/rigid stand is desirable so that the Nova Comet II Wood Lathe can deliver optimum performance. The larger the size of your turnings, the greater the importance of the lathe stand. However, for many smaller projects, simply mounting the Comet II Wood Lathe on a bench top or table will suffice. -
Page 10: Assembling The Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe
Assembling the Nova Comet II Wood Lathe: Caution: Care must be taken when handling the spindle threads. The spindle threads are sharp and should not be used to lift the lathe, to stop or manually rotate the spindle. Nova Comet II Components after Unpacking Qty. -
Page 11: Assembling The Tailstock
Unpack the lathe and its components from the shipping package. Clean any parts coated with the rust preventative compound with a cloth moistened with a petroleum- based solvent or cleanser, such as Kerosene or Mineral Spirits. After all the parts have been cleaned, coat the lathe bed with paste wax or a dry silicon spray. -
Page 12: Adding A Bed Extension
Adding a Bed Extension: Each cast-iron Bed Extension adds 24.6”/625mm to the lathe's length. Clean the joining ends of both bed sections with a petroleum- based solvent. Make sure there are no dents or burrs on either of the mating surfaces. Remove burrs and high spots with a smooth file. -
Page 13: Using The Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe
This is a Y-Type Appliance where all electrical workings and attachments are NOT to be altered, replaced or worked on. Any work in this area is to be done by TEKNATOOL International Only. Please contact Teknatool International should any damage to the electrical components occur. -
Page 14: Direction Of Lathe Rotation
Direction of Lathe Rotation: The “ON/OFF” toggle switch on the motor controller has three positions. “ON Forward”, “OFF” and “ON Reverse”. To use the lathe, the switch must be in either of the two “ON” positions. Changing Speeds: When starting, set the Variable Speed Knob to about ¼ of the speed range and slowly increase the speed to the desired RPM. -
Page 15: Headstock
Headstock: The Headstock houses the motor pulley, headstock pulley, bearings, a belt and the spindle. The Headstock Spindle accepts centers and accessories with an No. 2 Morse taper (#2 MT). The thread size or pitch is 1" 8 TPI, RH. Using the Spindle Index: The Spindle Index Lock is located on the back of the Headstock. -
Page 16: Mounting A Faceplate Or Chuck
Mounting a Faceplate or Chuck: 1. With the lathe turned “Off” and unplugged, use the Spindle Index Lock to hold the Headstock Spindle in position. 2. Use Allen key to release all safety screws on the side of the faceplate or chuck before installing or removing them. -
Page 17: Tailstock
Tailstock: Warning! Never loosen the Tailstock Quill or Tailstock while the work piece is turning. 1. To move the Tailstock along the bed, loosen the Tailstock Lock Arm, slide the Tailstock to the desired position, and tighten the Tailstock Lock Arm. 2. -
Page 18: Using A Drive (Spur) Center
Using a Drive (spur) Center: 1. Mark centers as shown in the adjacent drawings. Mount the Drive (spur) Center to the work piece as shown and then insert the Drive (spur) Center and work piece into the Headstock Spindle. Warning! Do not pound work piece onto the Drive (spur) Center while it is mounted in the Headstock as... -
Page 19: Maintaining The Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe
Maintaining the Nova Comet II Wood Lathe: General Maintenance: Interval Maintenance After each use: Clean the work area and lathe. Vacuum scraps and dust from the inside of the Headstock, between the Lathe Bed Rails, and under the Tool Slide and Tailstock. Do not neglect this especially if the work piece was 'green' with excess moisture. -
Page 20: Cleaning The Tool Slide
The Motor Brushes should be checked every five years and replaced when the brush length is less than 6mm (1/4"). For motor or electronic problems, the machine should be taken to the nearest Teknatool Service Center. See the contact details at the front of this manual. In the USA, contact our Teknatool Service Center at 1-866-748-3025. -
Page 21: Belt Replacement Procedure
Belt Replacement Procedure Note: the belt used on the Comet II™ lathe is a Poly-vee belt Overview: Remove all accessories, handwheels, chucks and faceplates etc. Loosen motor mount and take the belt off Pulley 1. Let the belt rest on the outer tracks of Pulley Unscrew 2 grub screws from the middle track of Pulley 2. - Page 22 Remove Circlip 1 from the Spindle. Knockout tool requirements: The knockout tool can be any round shaft less between 14mm & 24mm (9/16" & 1"). An ideal knock out tool can be turned to dimensions in drawing to right. Using the knock out tool and a small mallet or hammer, tap out the spindle from Spindle end A until Spindle end A is...
- Page 23 Remove the old belt and place the new belt over the Spindle End A and on to Pulley 2. NOTE: Make sure the new Belt and Pulley 2 are all on the spindle. Using a wooden mallet or plastic hammer, start to tap the Spindle back into the headstock.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide: Problem Possible Cause and Solution Excessive vibration. Out of balance, or large work piece. Reduce the lathe speed to the lowest speed possible and turn the work piece to a true circle. Work piece is not held in the center. Check work piece mounting and correct. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide Continued
Tailstock jumps where The machined flat surfaces are not flush. File the area with a smooth bed sections join: flat file until the Tailstock moves freely. For other technical issues, contact your local service center or e-mail us at service@teknatool.com. 118-0817-007... -
Page 26: Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe Exploded View
Nova Comet II Wood Lathe Exploded View 118-0817-007... -
Page 27: Nova Comet Ii Wood Lathe Parts List
Nova Comet II Wood Lathe Parts List ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 46001 Headstock 46015 Hex Capscrew C10035 M10X35 FW10 10mm Flat Washer SW10 10mm Spring Washer 46007 Rubber Feet 46002 Headstock Guard 46042 Headstock Guard Pin 46009 Headstock Guard Lock... - Page 28 MPB0408 M4x8 Pan Head screw 46027 Tool Slide 46026 Tool Rest Tool Slide Camshaft EC12 Circlip 46028 Tool Slide Camshaft Tool Slide Camshaft 46035 Bushing 46029 Tool Slide Cam 46030 Tool Slide Lock Plate NN10 M10 Nyloc Nut 46017 Tailstock 46019 Tailstock Quill Tailstock Quill Lead...
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Page 29: Comet Ii Wood Lathe Accessories
Comet II Wood Lathe Accessories: Add-On Bed Extension # 47001 Extend the bed of your Nova Comet II Wood Lathe for greater capacity between centers. One additional bed extension adds 24.6”/625mm to the lathes length. Nova G3 Reversible Chuck # 48232 A self-centering chuck to securely hold round or square work pieces for centerless turning. -
Page 30: Comet Ii Wood Lathe Accessories
NOVA Versaturn Coupler to enable this to be mounted onto the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe. Exclusive to the NOVA Comet II.Quick to lock and unlock into place using the NOVA VersaturnTM Coupler Accessory (47000) Protective Case with eye shield and toolrest included. - Page 31 Teknatool Two Year Limited Warranty This Teknatool product is backed by a warranty from the date of purchase. Teknatool International Ltd will repair or replace, at its expense and option, this Teknatool product which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to an authorized Teknatool service center with proof of purchase of the product within TWO YEARS and provides Teknatool with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection.
- Page 32 Nova Comet II Woodlathe Manual Publication Code: 118-0817-007 © Copyright Teknatool International 2000-2016. Patent App. 593-446. NOVA Comet II and NOVA Versaturn are trademarks of Teknatool International Ltd. All rights reserved. 118-0817-007...
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