Handler Red Wing 26A User manual

!For Your Safety:
Read this Manual before operating your Handler Lathe.
Always wear eye protection while using power tools.
Red Wing Lathe Manual
Models: 26, 26A, 16B, 16B-1,
26-TS, 26A-TS, 26A-KIT and 26-KIT

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Safety Instructions
Before using your Handler products, please read
safety instructions. They are for your protection and
should always be followed to reduce the risk of
personal injury or damage to the unit.
• Always wear proper eye and face protection.
Wear safety glasses or face shields whenever
you operate a Handler product or any power tool
to prevent serious eye or face injuries.
• Always disconnect the power cord before
removing or replacing the lter, servicing the unit
or when not in use.
• Always wear a face or dust mask to prevent the
inhalation of dust particles, or other debris into the
lungs.
• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
• Don’t abuse the cord. Never carry tool by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vise
to hold work. It’s safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
•Don’t Overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
•Never use in an area where ammable vapors are
present.
•Use proper grounding procedures. This tool
should be grounded while in use to protect the
operator from electric shock. The tool is equipped
with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong
grounding type plug to t the proper grounding
receptacle. The green (or green and yellow)
conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never
connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a
live terminal. If your unit is for use on less than
150 volts, it has a plug that looks like sketch
A below. An adapter (sketches B and C) can be
used for connecting plugs as shown in sketch
A to 2-prong receptacles. The green colored rigid
ear, lug, etc., Extending from the adapter must
be connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box. Some jurisdictions,
including Canada, prohibit the use of 3 to 2
prong adapters. Where prohibited, they should
not be used. Use only 3-wire extension cords that
have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
Thank you for Choosing the Handler Red Wing Lathe. Open the package and inspect its contents.
The product has been inspected prior to being shipped. If damage has occurred in transit, contact
the carrier immediately. Do not contact the shipper as the customer receiving the product must le
a damage claim if necessary. Be certain to note any damage which may have occurred, and report
it promptly to the carrier. Failure to le a claim in a timely manner could result in the loss of your
rights of recovery for possible damages. Should you require assistance, please contact Handler
Manufacturing at
1-908-233-7796 or 1-800-274-2635.
Store your Handler tools in a DRY, clean, dust-free area, and out of the reach of children.
1. Never attempt to use a polishing motor without proper instruction.
2. Never use a polishing motor unless the motor has been tted with polishing splash hoods or a similar protective
device containing a protective shield.
3. Always use a dust collector when performing polishing or grinding operations.
4. Read and follow all instructions contained in this manual regarding “tool safety.” Handler manufactures a full line of
Chucks, Splash Hoods, Dust Collectors, and Protective Shields. Contact us at the number below to request a Handler
Catalog or visit handlermfg.com
!IMPORTANT

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Setting Up
Chuck Installation and Removal Instructions
For all Models
CHUCK INSTALLATION:
1. Make certain both the lathe’s shaft and the arbor hole
of the chuck to be placed onto the shaft are clean of
any dust and debris. Be certain the chuck remover on
each side is in place.
NOTE: Each Chuck is labeled “L” for the left shaft and
“R” for the right shaft. It is important to install them
on the correct corresponding shaft.
2. With the lathe turned “OFF”, place the chuck onto the
right or left shaft of your lathe. DO NOT place a chuck
labeled “R” or “L” on the opposite shaft.
3. Push the chuck onto the shaft as far as it will go.
Since the chucks t onto tapered shafts via friction t,
make certain the chuck is placed securely on the
lathe shaft. It may be necessary to tap the end of the
chuck onto the lathe shaft with the aid of a soft
rubber, plastic, or leather mallet. Do not use a metal
hammer or mallet as this will damage the chuck.
4. After the chuck has been placed securely on the lathe
shaft, place the buff, brush, abrasive wheel, bur, or
mandrel onto the chuck. Secure this in place as per
the manufacturer’s suggestions.
5. Turn the lathe on and make certain the accessory
which has been placed on the lathe chuck is securely
in position. If either the chuck or accessory have not
been secured to the lathe shaft, secure It now.
NOTE: Many Red Wing polishing motors are shipped with
1/2” straight shafts. Chucks used on Red Wing Polishing
motors equipped with a 1/2” straight shaft utilize a set
screw to hold the chuck in position. Make certain to
tighten this securely.
1. Remove the lathe from the carton and place it in
a suitable location on a sturdy horizontal surface.
NOTE: The unit must be bolted to the tabletop. Bolting
the unit securely to a solid tabletop will prevent possible
lathe movement during operation and possible operator
injury.
2. Plug the lathe’s cord set into a grounded
115 Volt/60 Hz electrical socket only. Do not utilize a
3-2 prong adapter. Failure to plug the lathe into a
properly grounded receptacle may result in operator
injury.
Your lathe is now ready for operation with the aid
of chucks placed on the shaft (see instructions below).
NOTE: The No. 26, 26A, lathes are constructed to function
on two speeds. Low speed is 1725 RPM and high speed is
3450 RPM. The lathe shaft is provided with special dental
tapered shafts which will accept chucks which t onto a
tapered shaft only.
See Below for Chuck installation for
all models.
See Page 4-7 for Chuck/Changer
information.
CHUCK REMOVAL:
After nishing and completing a polishing or grinding
operation, you may wish to remove the chuck accessory
and change to another type of chuck or accessory. This is
completed as follow:
1. Turn the lathe off and allow the shaft to come to a
complete stop.
2. Using the chuck remover located on the left or right
side of the lathe, pull upward on the remover’s handle.
This will push the remover outward, and push the chuck
from the lathe shaft,
NOTE: A few chucks may require the chuck remover to
be rotated 360 Degrees before the chuck accessory is
removed. Chucks tted to polishing motors containing a 1
/2” shaft are removed by loosening the set screw which
holds it in position.
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General Care and Maintenance
For all Models
CLEAN COLLETS EVERY 30 DAYS
1. With lathe switch OFF and clutch handle straight down,
(collets open) unscrew outer collet with collet wrench.
Unscrew counter-clockwise.
2. Remove both inner and outer collets
3. Thoroughly clean collet, you may use solvent to clean
collets, however, you must remove all traces of solvent
before replacing. Thoroughly clean collet body hole by
using pipe cleaner or small cloth on end of instrument.
Do not use any solvents in this hole. Put a thin lm of
grease on outside of both collets. (This purpose of this
cleaning is to lubricate and prevent rust. Failure to clean
and grease will cause collets to slip and stick.)
4. Replace collets, with collet wrench, screwing clockwise.
REPLACING WORN COLLETS
When tools (chucks) burrs, etc. Begin to slip, collets should
be replaced. When replacing collets, always use the
shortest possible stop that will still allow the tools to slip
into the master collet.
HOW TO REMOVE A STUCK COLLET
A collet may get rusty or dirty and stick if it is not cleaned
and greased regularly, or it may stick if collet is closed
without a tool in the collet. Open collet by moving handle
straight down (collet open). Put collet wrench in collet and
tap lightly on the end of the collet wrench and at the same
time attempt to unscrew the collet. If this does not loosen
the collet, with the handle in the same position, remove
the four screws that hold the chuck on the adapter and
remove chuck. Caution: be sure not to move the handle
during this procedure. See instructions under removing
chuck from lathe page 3. Grasp the steel clutch plate to
keep it from turning while you remove the collet.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your Red Wing polishing motor has been tted with ball bearings. No further lubrication is necessary during the life
of your motor. Occasionally remove the motor’s cord set from its electrical source and wipe the unit clean with a
clean, soft cloth. DO NOT use abrasive or liquid cleaners. Read, fully, the safety instructions.
Chuck/Changer Comes Installed
on models 16B and 16B-1.
Kit available for purchase
separately SKU:16
Adjusting the Chuck/Changer Tension to Collets
1. Remove the plug which connects the lathe from the
electrical source.
2. Move the activating handle on the Chuck/Changer to
the six o’clock (open collet position as seen in diagram 1
3. Loosen the top set screw and the two lower set screws,
which are found on the 2-1 /2” adapter, which hold the
Chuck/Changer onto the lathe.
4. Place your left hand on the left hand side of the lathe
and your right hand on the nose section of the Chuck/
Changer, and push the Chuck/Changer in toward the
lathe
as far as it will go. It will move approximately
1 /32-1 /16 of an inch inward toward the lathe.
5. Holding the Chuck/Changer in your right hand, move the
activating handle clockwise to the 9:30- 10:00 o’clock
position. The Chuck/Changer will move outward, slightly.
Tighten the three set screws on the adapter which were
previously loosened, holding the Chuck/Changer in
NOTE: If you have another person available to assist you in this short procedure, ask them to tighten the set screws. If
you do not, make certain that you hold the Chuck/ Changer inward toward the lathe when you tighten the set screws
on the adapter. This should alleviate the squeaking-grinding noise you are hearing by the lathe Chuck/ Changer
combination and place proper tension on collets.
REMEMBER: Clean collets every 30 days.
For all Models
The alignment of the Chuck/
Changer to the clutch will alleviate
slipping clutch noise problems
and tension collets. Please
follow the instructions, below, to
alleviate these problems.
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Chuck/Changer Installation
Chuck/Changer Comes Installed on models 16B and 16B-1.
Kit available for purchase separately SKU:16
1. Remove the chuck remover
completely from the right side (or
for the left handed Chuck/ Changer)
of the lathe (See Fig. 1 )
2. Remove the red polymer cap from
the motor hub. Sand and/or scrap
all paint from 2” diameter lathe
hub using the emery cloth
provided. (See Fig, 3)
3. Using emery cloth remove burs,
rust or paint from the 1 /2” portion
of the motor shaft.
4. Slide clutch onto the right side shaft
of the motor. The large diameter of
the aluminum portion of the clutch
should be positioned approximately
1/16” from the 2” hub. (See Fig. 4)
5. Tighten set screw to mark the shaft
slightly. Loosen set screw and
remove clutch. File a small at
section where clutch screw. Lightly
sand tiled portion to remove the
bur, caused by ling. Replace clutch
tightening set screw securely.
6. With Chuck/Changer handle in
6 o’clock position, place Chuck/
Changer with hub adapter on to
lathe hub.
NOTE: A slight pressure may be
necessary to accomplish this
procedure Tighten set screw in Chuck/
Changer’s hub adapter, evenly
7. Slowly rotate chuck handle
clockwise, to 9:30 o’clock position
Allow handle to ease into position.
Should the handle stop beyond the
10:30 o’clock position, the chuck
has not been “slid” on to the hub
properly. (Place the handle in the
6 o’clock position and repeat Step
6 above, pushing the entire
assembly towards the lathe.
8. Having adjusted the clutch handle
into the proper position, secure all
set screws on the adapter.
9. The operating range of the clutch
handle is 6:00 o’clock counter-
clockwise to OPEN the collets and
9:30-10:30 o’clock to CLOSE collets
MAKE CERTAIN never to close the
collets without a tool in it
10. Clean collets every 30 days.
Lubricating outside of collets with
a LIGHT coat of silicone grease-
ONLY. Always keep a tool in the
collets so the hardened collets will
not take a smaller diameter set
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See video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dH1F-eu8DU
Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3
Fig 4 Fig 5 Fig 6
Pressure
applied
here Set
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Chuck/Changer Kit Care and Other Information
CAUTION
DO NOT attempt to operate Chuck/Changer unless it is
properly installed on lathe.
NEVER oil or use solvents of any kind on Chuck/Changer
NEVER close collet without a tool (chuck.burr, etc) in the
collet. Allow clutch spring to engage clutch (Never push up
on handle or let handle snap up.l
DO NOT remove or attempt to defeat the purpose of the
safety strap.
OPERATION
Normal running position, handle 9: 15 o’clock to 10:30
o’clock.
To disengage clutch, bring handle down to 8:00 o’clock
position, counter-clockwise.
To apply brake, bring handle down to approximately 7:00
o’clock position, counter-clockwise.
NOTE: Brake position is used for changing arbor bands,
bufng wheels, etc. To open collet, bring handle straight
down to 6:00 o’clock position, Tools (chucks) burrs, etc.,
may be changed while handle is in straight down (6:00
o’clock) position.
USE OF 3/32” DIAMETER SHANK TOOLS IN Chuck/
CHANGER
1. With handle straight down, insert tool in inner collet to
desired depth.
2. Move handle clockwise to approximately 8:00 o’clock
position. Remove hand from tool and allow clutch spring
to return handle to running position.
3. Never push up on handle.
USE OF 1/4” DIAMETER SHANK TOOLS IN Chuck/
CHANGER
1. With handle straight down, insert chuck shank into
outer collet.
NOTE: The inner collet will be pushed back inside Chuck/
Changer
2. While holding tool in collet, move handle clockwise to
approximately 8:00 o’clock position.
3. Remove hand from tool and allow clutch spring to
return handle to running position.
4. Never push up on handle.
OVERHEATING
A new or rebuilt Chuck/Changer
will normally run quite warm (very
uncomfortable to the touch) during
the break in period. The break in
period will usually last several
weeks depending upon speed and
amount of use. Worn collects, collets
not screwed in all the way or too
long a stop will cause overheating,
especially in the front portion of the
Chuck/Changer.
REMOVE CHUCK FROM LATHE
Always move handle straight down
(6:00 o’clock) and leave it in this
position if you have any reason to
remove the chuck from the lathe.
If handle is moved, the clutch
spring may be damaged or clutch
spring tension may be released.
When clutch spring is damaged
or tension released clutch will not
engage properly. See instructions
under Clutch Spring Adjustment and
replacing clutch spring. Normally
it is not necessary to remove the
adapter or clutch from the lathe
when you return the chuck to the
factory for repair. If it is necessary
to remove adapter or clutch refer
to the installation instructions for
your particular model lathe. Serious
damage to clutch or adapter will
result if instructions are not followed.
SQUEAKING CLUTCHES
After several months of service,
a clutch may glaze and develop a
squeak. The squeak is usually most
noticeable as the lathe is coasting
to a stop. Remove chuck from lathe
(see instructions under removing
chuck from lathe) and lightly sand
both ber and steel clutch surfaces.
If squeaking persists and there is
a presence of excessive amounts
of dust around the clutch area, the
adapter is improperly mounted,
causing misalignment of the clutches.
Refer to installation instructions for
your model lathe.
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Additional Accessories for all models
16 Chuck/Changer kit
includes:
P16-21H Mandrel (1/32)
P16-20 Mandrel (1/64)
P16-15 Arbor Band Chuck
P16-16 Spiral Tapered
Chuck
P16-19 Stone Chucks
P16-10RW Clutch
P16-8 Collet Wrench
7 Tapered Steel Chuck
The 7 tapered chuck is designed
specifically for use with buffing wheels,
brushes and lead centered wheels.
Precision manufactured of alloy steel, this
chuck is built for placement onto lathes
and polishing motors containing standard
dental tapered shafts. Specify 7L (Left) or
7R (Right) when ordering.
Shipping Wgt.: 6 oz [107 g]
Unit Dimensions: 5/8”
Shank Diameter x 3 5/8” L [2cm x 9cm]
7B Tapered Brass Chuck
The 7B tapered chuck is designed
specifically for use with buffing wheels,
brushes and lead centered wheels. The 7B
Tapered chuck is made of brass to provide
easier on/off placement onto tapered
dental shafts, causing less shaft wear.
Specify 7BL (Left) or 7BR (Right) when
ordering.
Shipping Wgt.: 6 oz [107 g]
Unit Dimensions: 5/8” Shank Diameter x 3
5/8” L [2cm x 9 cm]
18 Atlas Precision Chuck
The 18 Atlas chuck is a precise
“Jacobs type” chuck for use with chuck
accessories having a diameter of .001”
[0.03mm] to .250” [6.4mm]. The 18 Atlas
chuck attaches to the right shaft of a
dental lathe with standard dental tapered
shafts. Machined to precision limits, the
18 Atlas provides the technician with
concentricity unmatched by any other
adjustable chuck with no run-out and no
vibration. For Right shaft only.
Shipping Wgt.: 1 lb [0.5 Kg]
Unit Dimensions: 2 1/2” L x 1 1/4”
Shank Diameter [6cm x 3cm]
Additional accessories and lathes
sold with accessories available.
Handlermfg.com
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The Handler Chuck/Changer was designed to provide
full automatic, precision changing of 1/4” [6.3mm] and
3/32” [2.4mm] diameter burs, mandrels and chuck
accessories with the slight movement of a handle while
the motor is turning. The Chuck/Changer provides
the technician with exacting concentricity and quick,
easy changing of various chucks which greatly speeds
grinding, polishing and nishing procedures.
The 16 Chuck/Changer is installed on the right side of the
lathe and is adaptable to most types of dental motors,
including Red Wing and Baldor (special adapter required).
The 16 Chuck/Changer Kit is shipped complete with
chuck accessories as follows:
550 Porta-Vac Bench Top Dust Collector
A favorite of dental offices, the 550 Porta-Vac
is perfect for bench top light grinding and
polishing with a hand piece or lathe.
62-II Super Sucker II
The 62-II Super Sucker develops 110
CFM ( cubic feet / minute) at a static
pressure of 63” of H20 and is one of
the most powerful single station dust
collectors available. Designed for
continuous duty, the disposable HEPA
filter bag is easily removed.
86D Splash Hood - 6” wide
Safety in the lab is essential. The 86D
Splash Hood is the denitive answer
when polishing prosthetics or appliances.
Its contemporary design and
features contain pumice and other
polishing agents for a safer and
healthier workplace

Handler Manufacturing LLC
159 Grassy Plain St
Bethel, CT 06801 USA
908-233-7796
[email protected]
handlermfg.com
Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty repairs.
Repair Services and Returns.
Authorized repair service is available. You must call or
email Handler to obtain the Return Merchandise
Authorization number before returning the item.
Send items for repair to the factory marked:
“Attention: RMA No.” Handler Manufacturing LLC 159
Grassy Plain Street Bethel, CT 06801 USA
Enclose the item(s), a packing list, a description of the
problem or repairs needed, daytime phone number and
email address. Estimates of repair cost will be made
upon request.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty period is 2 year for Handler Red Wing Lathes.
Handler manufacturing, LLC warrants, to the original purchaser only, that its products will be
free from defects in material or workmanship for the applicable period of time indicated above
following the purchase date. During the warranty period, the defective product will be repaired or
replaced without charge or, at our sole option; the purchase price will be refunded. This warranty
does not cover damage caused in tran sit or by accident, misuse or ordinary wear.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD. IN NO EVENT WILL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
At our sole option, repair, replacement or refund will be made if the product is returned. You
must call or email Handler to obtain the Return Merchandise Authorization number before
returning the item. See below.
All warranty repairs must be done at our factory at the above address. We will not pay any
shipping or transportation charges.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.