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Main Lathe | Main Lathe | ||
*Model: Rikon 70-220VSR | *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= | ||
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Members must watch these videos before using the lathe. | Members must watch these videos before using the lathe. | ||
*[https://youtu.be/7yhkeUP6Mf8 Woodworking Tips & Techniques - Lathe Safety] | *[https://youtu.be/7yhkeUP6Mf8 Woodworking Tips & Techniques - Lathe Safety] (3 min) | ||
*[https://youtu.be/YybjAs5T_r8 10 Common Wood Turning Mistakes] | *[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] | *[https://youtu.be/YVD0DLCGLCo Woodturning - Beginners Guide Revisited #1 - The Spindle Roughing Gouge] (12 min) | ||
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*After adjusting the tool rest, BEFORE TURNING IT ON spin the workpiece by hand to make sure it will not collide. | *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. | *'''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. | |||
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=Helpful Videos= | =Helpful Videos= | ||
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Parts: | Parts: | ||
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[[Category: Tool]] | |||
[[Category: Tool]] [[Category: Wood Shop]] | [[Category: Wood Shop]] | ||
[[Category: Safety Checkout]] | |||
Latest revision as of 15:55, 27 January 2024
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.
- Woodworking Tips & Techniques - Lathe Safety (3 min)
- 10 Common Wood Turning Mistakes (14 min)
- 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
- Understanding a Starter Set of Lathe Chisels | Woodworkers Guild of America - WoodWorkers Guild Of America on Youtube
- Spindle Turning Safety for the Wood Lathe - WYOMINGWOODTURNER on Youtube
Maintenance
Parts: