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=About our machine=
=About our machine=
*Model:
*'''This tool requires a safety checkout'''
*
 
Main Lathe
*Model: Rikon 70-220VSR
*Capacity: 12.5" x 43"
*Speeds: 250 to 3,850 rpm
*Spindle: 1"x8TPI
*Spindle Taper: MT2
*Hole through spindle: 3/8"
 
Chuck
*Threads: 1 1/2" x 8 (use with adapter)


=Guides and Manuals=
=Guides and Manuals=
*
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zoo56dYeroBFjP0AlJLjZgOuPIZcyNpq/view?usp=sharing Rikon 70-220VSR Manual]


=General Tips and Safety=
=General Tips and Safety=
*[https://youtu.be/7yhkeUP6Mf8 Woodworking Tips & Techniques - Lathe Safety]
'''VVV___REQUIRED SAFETY VIDEOS___VVV:'''
*[https://youtu.be/YybjAs5T_r8 10 Common Wood Turning Mistakes]
 
Members must watch these videos before using the lathe.
*[https://youtu.be/7yhkeUP6Mf8 Woodworking Tips & Techniques - Lathe Safety] (3 min)
*[https://youtu.be/YybjAs5T_r8 10 Common Wood Turning Mistakes] (14 min)
*[https://youtu.be/YVD0DLCGLCo Woodturning - Beginners Guide Revisited #1 - The Spindle Roughing Gouge] (12 min)
 
 
'''Important Safety Rules:'''
*Remove any jewelry, roll up sleeves, and otherwise secure anything that could get wrapped up in the machine.
*Position the tool rest as close as possible to the material without colliding.
*After adjusting the tool rest, BEFORE TURNING IT ON spin the workpiece by hand to make sure it will not collide.
*'''Safety eye wear required.''' Faceshields are highly recommended. Safety glasses are okay, but less effective.
*Always use sharp tools! Dull tools cause chip-out, but more importantly can get caught on your material.
*Avoid using materials that may break apart. Split wood, laminated materials, rotted pieces, etc.
 
 
'''General Tips'''
*Wear an apron or smock. Turning gets pretty messy.
*


=Helpful Videos=
=Helpful Videos=
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Parts:
Parts:
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Latest revision as of 15:55, 27 January 2024

Rikon Wood Lathe

About our machine

  • This tool requires a safety checkout

Main Lathe

  • Model: Rikon 70-220VSR
  • Capacity: 12.5" x 43"
  • Speeds: 250 to 3,850 rpm
  • Spindle: 1"x8TPI
  • Spindle Taper: MT2
  • Hole through spindle: 3/8"

Chuck

  • Threads: 1 1/2" x 8 (use with adapter)

Guides and Manuals

General Tips and Safety

VVV___REQUIRED SAFETY VIDEOS___VVV:

Members must watch these videos before using the lathe.


Important Safety Rules:

  • Remove any jewelry, roll up sleeves, and otherwise secure anything that could get wrapped up in the machine.
  • Position the tool rest as close as possible to the material without colliding.
  • After adjusting the tool rest, BEFORE TURNING IT ON spin the workpiece by hand to make sure it will not collide.
  • Safety eye wear required. Faceshields are highly recommended. Safety glasses are okay, but less effective.
  • Always use sharp tools! Dull tools cause chip-out, but more importantly can get caught on your material.
  • Avoid using materials that may break apart. Split wood, laminated materials, rotted pieces, etc.


General Tips

  • Wear an apron or smock. Turning gets pretty messy.

Helpful Videos


Maintenance

Parts:

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