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70-1516VSR
12" x 16-1/2" Midi VSR Lathe
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
The serial number can be found on the specification label on the rear of your machine.
Serial Number: _________________________
Date of purchase: _________________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877) 884-5167
www.rikontools.com
70-1516VSRM1
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Summary of Contents for Rikon Power Tools 70-1516VSR
- Page 1 70-1516VSR 12” x 16-1/2” Midi VSR Lathe Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. The serial number can be found on the specification label on the rear of your machine. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877) 884-5167...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Electricals & Wiring Diagram ................. 5, 15 & 24 Accessories ......................24 & 25 Notes ......................26 Warranty .......................... 27 SPECIFICATIONS # 70-1516VSR Motor ..................1.25 HP, DC, TEFC Motor Speed (no load)................3,200 RPM Volts, Phase ..................115 V, 1 Ph Amps, Hertz .................. -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. - Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...
- Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL SAFETY THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a ELECTRIC SHOCK.
- Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WOOD LATHES This machine is intended for the shaping, smoothing and finishing of natural, solid woods. The permissible workpiece dimensions must be observed (see Technical Specification). Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage, and invalidate the warranty.
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Page 7: Contents Of Package
ADDITIONAL TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS #2 Phillips Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench Model 70-1516VSR Wood Lathe is 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. -
Page 8: Getting To Know Your Machine
ASSEMBLY The 70-1516VSR Lathe requires only minor assembly to 5. The Faceplate (M) may be shipped pre-installed on the become operational. See the photos above for reference. -
Page 9: Operation
OPERATION HEADSTOCK CONTROLS 1. HEADSTOCK SPINDLE LOCK: The spring loaded Index Pin Assembly (#29B, FIG. 1, A) is used to position the spindle for making accurate, spaced pattern work on projects such as straight fluting, grooving, drilling, detail carving, wood burning patterns and laying out designs. See page 14 for more information on indexing. - Page 10 OPERATION TOOL REST CONTROLS 1. TOOL REST BODY LOCK HANDLE: (FIG. 4, A) This cam action lever handle locks the tool rest base (B) down in position on the lathe bed. Unlock handle to position the tool rest in any location along the lathe bed. Tighten the handle when the tool rest is properly located for safe turning of the workpiece.
- Page 11 LATHE BED EXTENSIONS - (OPTIONAL) The 70-1516VSR Lathe features a cast iron bed with both of its ends machined to add bed extensions which will expand the work capabilities for turning. Extensions easily bolt onto the lathe ends for solid support.
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Page 12: Adjustments
Spindle Pulley (#7B) and lower Motor Pulley (#24A, FIG. 10, D) for the desired speed range setting. FIG. 11 shows the belt positions for the three speeds. 70-1516VSR Spindle Speed Label Diagram & Warning EFS.pdf 5/30/20 80 x 100mm Black & Safety Orange 151C on NOTE: The ‘High’... - Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BELT Changing the belt requires that the headstock spindle be removed, or half removed, from the headstock casting. Then the new belt can be slipped over the spindle and down inside of the headstock to the motor pulley. LOCKED HANDLE 1.
- Page 14 ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BEARINGS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE To change the bearings, the whole spindle shaft needs to PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE be shifted right, out of the headstock, towards the tailstock. OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. Then the bearings can be removed from the headstock casting.
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Page 15: Electricals & Wiring Diagram
USING MAGNETIC BASE LIGHTS & ACCESSORIES FIG. 18 The 70-1516VSR lathe is designed with flat headstock and tailstock metal surfaces for attaching magnetic based lights, storage bowls or other acces- sories. The headstock lid is fitted with a steel plate just for this purpose. The cast iron tailstock’s top surface offers a 6-7/8”... - Page 16 There are no numbers displayed on the 1. Check the communication cable of the display box. digital display. 2. Check the RPM speed reading cable. See page 24 for the 70-1516VSR Wiring Diagram, and page 5 for additional electrical information.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING REMEDY PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Motor will not start 1. Machine is not plugged in 1. Plug in machine 2. Low voltage 2. Check fuses 3. Loose connection 3. Check plug and all connections Motor fails to develop full power. 1. -
Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine. DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor. Contact a qualified service technician for this type of maintenance. 1. -
Page 19: Parts Diagram & Parts List
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST 70-1516VSR BED ASSEMBLY SHEET A NOTE: Please reference the Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required. NOTE: Part Numbers listed may vary due to common parts with other machines. - Page 20 PARTS LIST & PARTS LIST 70-1516VSR HEADSTOCK ASSEMBLY SHEET B 15 16 17 18 NOTE: Please reference 25 26 27 the Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.
- Page 21 PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST 70-1516VSR TAILSTOCK ASSEMBLY SHEET C See pages 10 and 12 for information on operating and adjusting the tailstock. PART DESCRIPTION Thread cap P70-150VSR-1C Handle sleeve P70-150VSR-2C Tailstock locking lever P70-150VSR-3C Locking handle P70-150VSR-4C Tailstock P70-150VSR-5CA Axle Sleeve &...
- Page 22 刀架组件 Sheet PARTS DIAGRAMS & PARTS LISTS 70-1516VSR TOOL REST ASSEMBLY SHEET D NOTE: Please reference the Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. PART For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number DESCRIPTION of your machine is required. Threaded cap end...
- Page 23 Controller circuit board P70-1516VSR-1E-20 Controller board base P70-1516VSR-1E-21 Cross cntrsk head tapping screw ST4D2x13 P70-1516VSR-1E-22 See page 24 for the 70-1516VSR Power cable with plug P70-1516VSR-1E-23 Wiring Diagram, page 16 for electronic trouble shooting codes Thick wire to motor with wire connector...
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Page 24: Accessories
Angle signal BUTTON ACCESSORIES 70-904 24” LATHE BED EXTENSION Made of heavy cast iron, it bolts to the right end of the 70-150VSR and 70-1516VSR Lathes 70-903 13-1/2” LATHE BED EXTENSION to extend the working spindle length capacities This short, 13-1/2”... - Page 25 ACCESSORIES RIKON PRO 70-960 TOOL REST EXTENSION TOOL RESTS Increases the reach of tool rests for turning surfaces not Interchangeable possible with standard tool rests. Has 1” post and hole, turning Tool Rest with 7-1/2” reach. Tops and Posts let you mix and match parts to meet the tool rest sizes that you...
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Page 26: Notes
NOTES Use this section to record maintenance, service and any calls to Technical Support:... -
Page 27: Warranty
® 5-Year Limited Warranty RIKON Power Tools Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferred. - Page 28 70-1516VSR For more information: 25 Commerce Way North Andover, MA 01845 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com LINK TO RIKON WEBSITE www.rikontools.com 70-1516VSRM1...
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