70-220VSR 12-1/2” x 20” MIDI VSR 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 70-220VSRM3 www.rikontools.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications.....................................................................................................................2 Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................3 - 6 Contents of Package .....................................................................................................7 Getting To Know Your Machine ...............................................................................
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. We strongly recommend that this tool not be modified and/or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER. 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SAFETY EXTENSION CORDS THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet that is within the supplied cord length of the machine.
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. ATTENTION: Use of this lathe still presents risks that cannot be eliminated by the manufacturer.
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE CONTENTS OF PACKAGE A. B. C. D. E. C D Lathe Bed Motor Assembly Headstock Assembly Tailstock Assembly Electronic Controls A ** Lathe shown on #70-920 Stand B LIST OF LOOSE PARTS I F K L G H F. G. H. I. J. Tool Rest Base Spur Center Live Center 6” Tool Rest 3” Faceplate E J M K. Long Knockout Bar L. Short Knockout Bar M. Hex Wrenches (3, 4, 5 mm) N. Spanner Wrenches (2) O. Tool Holder, Screws & Washers (2) P.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T.
OPERATION HEADSTOCK CONTROLS B 1. HEADSTOCK SPINDLE LOCK: The spring loaded Index Pin Assembly (#43, FIG. 1, A) is primarily 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 13 for more information.
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. C B A 2. TOOL REST LOCK HANDLE: (C) Locks the tool rest in position for supporting your tools during turning.
ADJUSTMENTS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. A CHANGING BELT SPEEDS E 1. Unplug the lathe from the power source. 2. Open the top Headstock Cover (#35, FIG. 7, A) and the left side, Bed Cover Plate Door (#8, B) to gain access to the belt and pulleys that are inside of the headstock. 3. Loosen the motor mount Locking Handle (#21, C). B 4.
ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BELT A To change the belt, the whole spindle shaft needs to be shifted right, out of the headstock, towards the tailstock. This will allow the new belt to be slipped over the spindle and onto the spindle pulley. Then the whole spindle shaft assembly can be re-installed so turning can be resumed. E E 1. Unplug the lathe from the power source. 2. Remove any accessories from the spindle - spur center, face plate, chuck, etc. B 3. Open the top Headstock Cover (#35, FIG.
ADJUSTMENTS CHANGING THE BEARINGS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. To change the b earings, the whole spindle shaft needs to be shifted right, out of the headstock, towards the tailstock. Then the bearings can be removed from the headstock casting. With the new bearings in place, the spindle shaft assembly can be re-installed, so turning can be resumed. 3.
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. 3. Keep the lathe bed free of resin and rust. Clean it regularly with a non-flammable solvent, then coat with a light film of dry lubricant spray, or wax, to enhance passage of the tool rest and tailstock on/over the bed. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Motor will not start 1. Machine is not plugged in 2. Low voltage 3. Loose connection 1. Plug in machine 2. Check fuses 3. Check plug and all connections Motor fails to develop full power. 1. Power line is overloaded 2. Undersize wires in supply system 3. Drive belt tension is too high 4. Low voltage 5. Worn motor 1. Correct the overload condition 2. Increase supply wire size or elimi- nate extension cord if one is used 3. Adjust belt tension 4.
NOTE: Please reference the Manufacturer’s Part Number when calling for Replacement Parts. For Parts under Warranty, the Serial Number of your machine is required.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 18A 18B 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 33A 33B 34A 34B 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 DESCRIPTION Bed Hex socket cap screw M6x30 Flat washer Lock washer Tool holder Cross pan head screw M6x12 Countersunk head screw M4x10 Bed cover plate door Countersunk head screw M4x12 Magnet Nut Half-Cntersk head screw M4x10 Plate Motor pulley Socket head cap screw M6x5 Poly V-belt Hex socket cap screw M6x16 Lock washer Self-locking nut M8 Cross pan head sc
ACCESSORIES 70-901 24” LATHE BED EXTENSION 70-920 LATHE STAND Made of heavy cast iron, it bolts to the right end of the 70-220VSR Midi Lathe to extend the lathe’s working spindle length capacity to 44”. Universal, all-steel Stand adjusts from 23-1/4” to 37-1/4” long, and 24-1/2” to 34-1/2” working height. 70-913 LATHE STAND EXTENSION Universal, all-steel Stand Extension bolts onto the 70-910 and 70-920 stands to support lathes with Bed Extensions.
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