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Rikon Power Tools 70-100 Operator's Manual

12” x 16” mini lathe
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70-100
12" x 16" Mini Lathe
4001824
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
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
70-100M4

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  • Page 1 70-100 12” x 16” Mini Lathe 4001824 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. 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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety,...

  • 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, fi re, 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: Electricals & Wiring Diagram

    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.

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Machine

    Tail stock Tailstock hand wheel CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Model 70-100 Mini 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: Installation

    CONTENTS OF PACKAGE Item Description Lathe.............1 Knockout Bar..........1 Wrench..........1 Tool Rest..........1 LIST OF Live Center..........1 LOOSE PARTS Spur Center...........1 Spindle Lock Assembly......1 Knockout Bar for Live Center Point..1 Tool Holder..........1 Pan Head Screw........2 Manual/Warranty Card......1 Tools Required for Assembly Adjustable Wrench Phillips Screwdriver INSTALLATION MOVING &...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE 'OFF' POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETE. Install The Tool Rest Base Onto The Handwheel Tailstock arm Lathe Bed 1. Remove the tailstock assembly from the lathe Locking arm bed, by releasing the locking lever handle that is located at the rear of the tailstock.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Install The Spindle Lock Spindle lock Locate the spindle lock assembly from the carton, and install it onto the head with an adjustable wrench. FIG. 5. Warning: Disengage the spindle lock before turning the machine on, or damage to the machine may result.

  • Page 11: Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY Install The Faceplate on the Headstock Spindle lock 1. Thread the faceplate clockwise onto the headstock spindle. Faceplate 2. Next, engage the spindle lock and stop the spindle from turning, and then tighten the faceplate in place with the supplied wrench. FIG.

  • Page 12: Changing Spindle Speeds

    ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Tailstock Loosen the locking lever to move the tailstock along the lathe bed to desired position for holding your work piece. Then tighten the locking lever. To adjust the clamping action of the tailstock, adjust the lower nut - clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen.

  • Page 13: Operation

    ADJUSTMENTS Changing the Bearings If the bearings ever need to be changed, the whole - Feed the electrical wires forward, and carefully pull spindle shaft needs to be shifted right, out of the out the switch box a bit, so that you can gain access headstock, towards the tailstock.
  • Page 14 ADJUSTMENTS Indexing / Using the Spindle Lock The Headstock Spindle has 12 indexing holes, each 30° apart, which allows accurate pattern work on projects such as straight fluting, groov- ing, drilling, detail carving, wood burning patterns, laying out designs and more. This feature also allows the user to lock the FIG.

  • Page 15: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES 70-900 24” LATHE BED EXTENSION 70-920 LATHE STAND Made of heavy cast iron, it bolts to the right end of the 70-100 Mini Lathe to extend the lathe’s working spindle Universal, all-steel Stand adjusts from length capacity to 40”.

  • Page 16: 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 qualifi ed service technician for this type of maintenance. 1.

  • 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: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM...

  • Page 19: Parts List

    PARTS LIST KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Clamp bolt cover JL93020005 Spur center assembly JL93011100 Position plate JL93030012 Faceplate JL93010003 Lock nut M10 M10GB889ZF Spindle shaft JL93010004 Live center JL93031000 Bearing 6005-2Z BRG6005-2RSV2GB276 Axle sleeve JL93030001 Ring retaining 47mm CLP47GB893D1B...
  • Page 20 70-100 For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 70-100M4...

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