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- Page 1 COMET 14DR Lathe ™ Publication: 127-0919-001 Date: 6 September 2019 Models: 46900 - USA 127-0919-001...
- Page 2 Phone: 727-954-3433 Customer Solutions For all worldwide Inquiries, Repairs or Services (issues must be in writing) Email: Service@Teknatool.com Or you can contact the retailer where you purchased your NOVA COMET 14DR, for the contact details please see our website www.teknatool.com 127-0919-001...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Package Contents ............................. 4 Connecting to Power ............................5 Surge Protection (Ground Fault Interrupters (GFI) / Residual Current Detectors (RCD)) ........ 5 Setting up your NOVA COMET 14DR lathe ....................... 6 Setting up your workshop environment ......................6 Motor Break-in Operation ..........................6 Assembling the NOVA COMET 14DR Lathe ..................... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
DIRECTION FEED Mind direction to rain. Keep work area well lighted. The NOVA COMET spindle/chuck/work to ensure a safe environment. 14DR is intended for indoor use only. Failure to do so may PAY ATTENTION TO WORK . Concentrate on your work. If void the warranty. -
Page 5: Contact
Quick action cam controls With comfortable rubber grip for fast and secure locking NOVA Chucks and Jaws, Faceplates, Chisels, Centers all Large range of NOVA accessories enhance your use of the NOVA Comet 14DR Midi Lathe. 127-0919-001... -
Page 6: Lathe Specifications
IMPORANT NOTE Due to NOVA’s continuous product improvement and development policy, specifications, features and images contained in this manual may change without notice. Teknatool is not responsible for omissions or errors herein or for incidental damages in connection with the furnishing of this information. -
Page 7: Package Contents
Package Contents Package Items Description Quantity COMET 14-DR Lathe 46900 Faceplate 4718065 Spanner 4718071 Heavy Duty Live Centre 4718069 Live Centre 4718066 Spur Centre 4718064 3mm Hex Key AK03 5mm Hex Key AK05 8mm Hex Key AK08 Operating/Knock Out Bar 4718071 Handwheel 471834... -
Page 8: Connecting To Power
Before plugging the NOVA COMET 14DR lathe, shut off the power source The power cord installed on the NOVA COMET 14DR lathe will have a grounding three-prong plug. The plug must be connected to a matching outlet that his properly installed and grounded in accordance with local electrical codes. -
Page 9: Setting Up Your Nova Comet 14Dr Lathe
1. Lathe location Position the NOVA COMET 14DR lathe close to a power source, and in an area with enough clearance for workloads. Other machines in the workshop should not interfere with the movement/power of the lathe. -
Page 10: Assembling The Nova Comet 14Dr Lathe
Assembling the NOVA COMET 14DR Lathe Assembling the Tailstock Handwheel Screw 1. Insert the wheel handle screw into the handwheel handle 2. Use a flat head screw driver to screw on the Handwheel handle handwheel handle onto the quill adjusting wheel and tighten. -
Page 11: Switching Between Forward And Reverse Modes
Press the <FWD/ REV> key once and the LED light will become solidly lit. LED solid lit after pressing <FWD/ REV> key Press Once Press the green <ON> button located on the lower half of the lathe control panel when the LED light is solid lit to start the motor. -
Page 12: Changing The Speed
2. Turn the speed control knob in anti-clockwise direction to reduce the spindle speed. Decrease Speed Increase Speed NOVA COMET 14DR features 2 speed positions as shown below: Speed Band RPM Range Type of Work 250 ~ 1900... - Page 13 Open the bed belt cover by loosening the motor lock knob to gain access to the motor belt pulley. (3) Lift and turn the cover Motor Pulley (2) Loosen the cover (1) Loosen locking screw motor lock knob Lift the headstock guard to open and gain access to the spindle pulley + belt.
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Page 14: Using The Spindle Index
Using the spindle index There are 12 index positions on the NOVA COMET 14DR spindle; 30 degrees apart. Spindle Lock Pin Spindle Spindle Index Index Wheel Lock Spindle Pulley Locking and Unlocking the Spindle Pull the lock pin away from the headstock and turn the lock pin 180 degrees to switch between the lock and unlock positions. -
Page 15: Operating The Tool Slide
Operating the Tool slide Positioning the tool slide 1. Turn the cam shaft handle in either clockwise or anti-clockwise direction to loosen the tool slide. ➢ Note: The handle should be free to turn around when the tool slide is loose. 2. -
Page 16: Operating The Tailstock
Dismounting the accessories from the tailstock quill 1. The NOVA COMET 14DR tailstock features a self-ejecting function allowing for easy tool removal. 2. Retract the tailstock quill all the way to eject the attached tool. The attached tool will fall out once the tailstock quill is retracted all the way. -
Page 17: Maintaining The Nova Lathe
Maintaining the NOVA Lathe WARNING Always isolate the NOVA lathe from its power source before carrying out any maintenance procedure Regular maintenances are essential when considering the long-term use of the lathe. Maintenance after each use 1. Clean the work area and lathe 2. - Page 18 127-0919-001...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Mechanical Issue Symptom Place to check How to resolve 1. Slow the lathe speed down 1. Work attached to the lathe 2. Add weight to the machine or bolt the machine down Excessive Vibration 2. Lathe Mounting to a solid platform. (either on bench or stand) 3. -
Page 20: Nova Teknatool Warranty
| 727.954.3433 This NOVA product is backed by a registered warranty from the date of purchase and only to the original purchaser. These limited warranties are non-transferable. Under no circumstances will Teknatool International Ltd or Teknatool USA Inc. be liable for incidental, special, indirect, and consequential damages or expenses, including loss of profits or loss of operations. -
Page 21: Nova Comet 14Dr - Exploded Parts
NOVA COMET 14DR – EXPLODED PARTS 127-0919-001... -
Page 22: Nova Comet 14Dr - Parts List
NOVA COMET 14DR – PARTS LIST Description Description External Circlip 12 EC12 Live Centre 46503 Tool Rest Lock Handle 46031 Tailstock Quill 4718027 Tool rest lock pin 4718041 Tailstock Leadscrew 4718028 9095 + Tailstock quill lock handle 46025 Tool Rest... -
Page 23: Nova Comet 14Dr - Subassembly List
NOVA COMET 14DR – Subassembly list 4698001 Headstock Subassembly 46056 Index Lock Subassembly Description Description Index Lock Assembly 46056 Index Pin Knob 4718022 4mm Washer FW04 Tension Pin 4x14 TP0414 Pan Head Screw M4x16 MPB0416 Index Pin Housing 4718023 Headstock... -
Page 24: Appendix
Appendix Using the included knockout bar accessory The included knockout bar is a tool which is intended to be used for removing the Morse Taper accessory attached to the lathe spindle. To remove the Morse Taper accessory from the lathe spindle by using the knockout bar: Strike into the headstock 1. - Page 25 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS PROPOSITION 65 Attention California Residents California’s Proposition 65 entitles California consumers to special warnings for products that contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm if those products expose consumers to such chemicals above certain threshold levels.
- Page 26 © Teknatool International, Teknatool USA Inc 2019 All rights reserved. NOVA, Comet are registered trademarks. Due to NOVA’s continuous product improvement and development policy, specifications, features and images contained in this manual may change without notice. Teknatool is not responsible for omissions or errors herein, or for incidental damages in connection with the furnishing of this information.
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Drive slips with minimal resistance while turning and belt is tightened