Teknatool NOVA Comet Versaturn Instruction Manual

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NOVA
COMET VERSATURN™ GRINDING
WHEEL ACCESSORY
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
REGARDING 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.
118-0417-011
Publication 118-0417-011
Patent Application 593-446
SKU: 47002
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  • Page 1 NOVA COMET VERSATURN™ GRINDING WHEEL ACCESSORY THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING 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.
  • Page 2 Due to NOVA’s continual product development and improvement policy, product features and specifications may change without notice.  © Copyright 2000 -2017 by Teknatool International. All Rights Reserved. NOVA Comet II™ and NOVA VERSATURN™ are trademarks of Teknatool International Ltd. ...
  • Page 3 Contact Teknatool: New Zealand United States Teknatool International Ltd Teknatool Service Center Phone: (+64) 9 477 5600 Phone: 727-954-3433 Fax: (+64) 9 477 5601 Free Phone: 1-866-748-3025 Email: service@teknatool.com Free Fax: 1-866-748-4193 Website: www.teknatool.com Email: service@teknatool.com Website: www.teknatool.com 118-0417-011...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..............5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES, cont............6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR GRINDING WHEEL: ....8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: ............11 INSTALLING THE TOOL REST ............11 INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS ........... 12 INSTALLING ONTO THE LATHE............ 13 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS: ............
  • Page 5: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES Intended Use This product is intended for consumer use only. This tool is not designed for professional use. WARNING! Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury. People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product.
  • Page 6: General Safety Rules, Cont

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES, cont. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the machine’s application, limitations and the specific hazards particular to it. ALWAYS USE A FULL FACE SHIELD. Strongly recommended. (Must comply with ANSI STANDARD Z87.1 -USA) Everyday eye-glasses usually are only impact resistant and safety glasses only protect eyes.
  • Page 7 MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
  • Page 8: Additional Safety Rules For Grinding Wheel

    ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR NOVA VERSATURN™ GRINDING WHEEL: Warning! Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury. ALWAYS USE THE PROVIDED WHEEL FLANGES to mount grinding wheels on the NOVA VERSATURN™ Grinder Accessory Attachment shaft to prevent wheel damage or separation.
  • Page 9 10. 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 NOVA VERSATURN™ Grinder Accessory Attachment. Doing so will prevent children or unauthorized personnel from accidentally turning it “ON.” 11.
  • Page 10 20. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT OR ASSEMBLY to work pieces in front of the NOVA VERSATURN™ GRINDER ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT WHEEL while it is still running. A sudden slip could bring hands in contact with the moving parts of the NOVA VERSTURN™ GRINDER ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT WHEEL possibly resulting in serious injuries.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: Do not begin assembly of VERSATURN™ Grinding Wheel if the AC power cord is plugged into an AC power receptacle. Do not begin assembly of VERSATURN™ Grinding Wheel Accessory if power switch on the front of the lathe is switched to the “ON” position. INSPECTION: Carefully inspect each individual part of the VERSATURN™...
  • Page 12: Installing The Eye Shields

    INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS The Eye Shields prevent hot sparks and other debris from flying off the spinning grind wheels and possibly causing injury to the eyes of the operator. The eye shields can be mounted in different positions depending on the operator.
  • Page 13: Installing Onto The Lathe

    Installing onto the lathe Carefully choose a location for the NOVA™ Comet II Midi Lathe and VERSATURN™ Grinding Wheel Accessory. If mounted on a workbench, ensure there is adequate room all around the grinder 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 Grinding Wheel.
  • Page 14: Operation Instructions

    Once the face of the Grinding Wheel coupler is flat on the 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. Double check the Lock ring is tightened snug and that the Grinding Wheel Accessory is not lose.
  • Page 15: Maintenance And Cleaning

     CAUTION: When sharpening tools on a grinder, avoid letting the tool stay in one place until it becomes “RED HOT.” You will notice area will change color, possibly to a bluish tint, when the tool cools. This change in color and the exposure to high heat can alter the tempering of the metal making it more brittle and subject to frequent surface damage.
  • Page 16 Remove the four sets of fasteners (1 & 8) securing the Grinding Stone Side Cover (2). Remove the Grinding Stone Side Cover to expose the grinding stone (5), two Grinding Wheel Holding plates (4, 6) and securing nut (3). With the Comet II lathe Index lock engaged, use an appropriate spanner to undo and remove the securing nut (3).
  • Page 17 CLEANING THE VERSATURN™ GRINDING WHEEL • The Grinding Wheel should only be cleaned after the power cord is removed from the power source and the Power Switch is turned to “OFF.” Clean any dust buildup from around moving parts. Use a clean rag, brush, or compressed air source to remove excessive dust buildup. •...
  • Page 18: Accessories For The Comet Ii Midi Lathe

    ACCESSORIES FOR THE COMET II MIDI LATHE: 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 19: 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 ONE YEAR and provides Teknatool with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection.
  • Page 20 ® © 2017 Teknatool International, Teknatool USA Inc All Rights Reserved. Register your warranty online www.teknatool.com 118-0417-011...

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