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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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™...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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).
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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. •...
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.
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.
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