Nidec RK-WHISPER SHIMPO AC115V User manual

Congratulations on your purchase of a Shimpo
RK-Whisper Series potter's wheel! We trust you will
enjoy many years of professional results from your
wheel. Please read the entire instruction manual
thoroughly before initial set-up and operation; the in-
formation contained herein will aid you in operating
your Shimpo Whisper wheel safely and with excellent
results.
If you have any questions regarding our product(s),
call your local Shimpo dealer or contact Shimpo Ce-
ramics directly for assistance at: 800-237-7079.
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●Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF and unplug your wheel from the power
source before cleaning or inspection.
●Never hose down the machine. Clean off the potter's wheel with a
damp cloth. Drain your splashpan regularly to avoid a build up of
excessive water and clay. Detach the splashpan after each use and
clean out thoroughly.
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Touching switches or plugs with wet hands may result in electrical shock.
●Your wheel comes with rubber handles provided for covering the
handle openings. Promptly replace any loose or missing rubber handles.
Do not insert your fingers or any objects in through these openings.
●Do not tamper with the electrical circuit and controller of your wheel.
You may be at risk of getting an electrical shock. Your potter's wheel
is a precision instrument and it is advised that you refer operation
or performance complaints to a Shimpo-referred, qualified technician.
●Use good judgement and caution when in use around children.
Adult supervision must be provided when using around children.
●Take off metal accessories such as rings and watches before handling.
●Do not pick up the wheel by the wheelhead. You may bend the shaft.
Lift using only the handles.
●Unplug your wheel from power source if you will not be using it for an
extended period of time.
Model: RK-Whisper
Motor: 400W AC115V AC.60Hz
Drive System: Direct drive DC brushless motor with electric speed control
Wheel head speed: 60Hz 0~250rpm
Speed control:Fixed foot pedal with lever.
Wheel head direction: clock wise/counter clock wise
Wheel head: Light alloy casting, diameter 12” drilled for bat pins
Dimensions: 20”(width) 㽢21” (Length) 㽢20” (Height)
Ship Weight: 110 lbs
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䖃MERGER CLAUSE
Any statements made by the Seller's representative do not constitute warranties except
to the extent that they also appear in writing in this contract.
This writing constitutes the entire and final expression of the parties' agreement.
䖃LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY
Shimpo warrants, to the original purchaser of new products only, that this product shall be
free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and proper maintenance
for two years from the date of original purchase. This warranty shall not be effective if the
product has been subject to overload, misuse, negligence, or accident, or if the product has
been repaired or altered outside of Shimpo's authorized control in any respect which in
Shimpo's judgment, adversely affects its condition or operation.
䖃DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
The foregoing warranty constitutes the SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY and Shimpo
hereby disclaims all other warranties, expressed, statutory or implied, applicable to the
product, including, but not limited to, all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness.
䖃LIMITATION OF REMEDY
Buyer must have Shimpo's authorization before returning the product, properly repackaged,
freight prepaid to Shimpo to obtain warranty service.
Under this warranty Shimpo's SOLE OBLIGATION SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE
the defective product or part, at Shimpo's option. Shimpo reserves the right to satisfy war-
ranty obligation in full by reimbursing Buyer for all payments made to Shimpo, whereupon,
title shall pass to Shimpo upon acceptance of return goods.
䖃INDEMNIFICATION & LIMITATION OF DAMAGES
Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold Shimpo harmless from and against all claims and dam-
ages, imposed upon or incurred, arising, directly or indirectly, from Buyer's failure to perform
or satisfy any of the terms described herein. In no event shall Shimpo be liable for injuries of
any nature involving the product, including incidental or consequential damages to person or
property, any economic loss or loss of use.
STOP
STOP
POTTER'S WHEEL
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Copyright © Nidec-Shimpo Corporation 2001. All rights reserved. Product specifications are
subject to change without notice.
8.At "0" rpm the wheelhead can be turned
freely for use as a banding wheel.
7.DO NOT change rotation direction while
motor is running. Do so only after
wheelhead has come to a complete stop.
●Adjust the stiffness
䐟Turn off the power and unplug the cord.
䐠Remove the legs and cover with the
provided wrench.
䐡Adjust the stiffness of the pedal by
tightening the nut in the pedal shaft
with the provided wrench.
Fix the cover and legs after adjustment.
Pedal might get stiff or loose after long year usage.
In this case, please adjust the stiffness by following procedures.
䈜Do not touch the other parts.
It might cause defects.

splash pan A fastener
pin
splash pan B
wheel head
B holder
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The following steps should be followed BEFORE operating the wheel
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3. Foot pedal and splashpan are shipped disassembled.
Remove them from their packing material.
4. Install pedal.
5. Level the wheel.
After operating, before cleaning or inspection:
1. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF
2. Unplug wheel from power source
ەDo not use your wheel with any voltage other than that specified.
ەDo not plug power cord into an extension cord (plug directly into
an electrical wall outlet). Do not pull on the power cord to unplug;
pull off at plug.
䖃Do not overload the wheelhead with more than the recommended
weight of clay. Do not force the wheel to stop as this may damage
your wheel.
䖃Set up the potter's wheel on a level surface. The top right foot
is adjustable and will aid you to level the wheel.
ەRemove the metal cover only when adjusting the pedal stiffness.
 Refer all electrical repairs to a qualified electrical technician.
This machine is built specifically for use as a potter's wheel.
Use for purposes other than pottery may put you at risk of danger or harm
The Whisper Series offers the power, resilience and quietness that
Shimpo wheels are known for. Features of the RK Whisper include
If upon delivery shipping damage is detected, do not operate the
wheel. Notify the shipping carrier immediately for damage claim
instructions. Refer to product nameplate and record serial number
for future reference.
1. Remove wheel from shipping box.
2. Place wheel on a firm and stable work surface.
ەHeavy-duty steel construction assures long service life.
ەBrushless DC motor direct drive system ensures powerful,
essentially noiseless operation.
ەUnique closed loop micro- controller maintains required speed
under heavy load.
ەFixed foot pedal with hand lever offer flexibility in
speed adjustment.
ەClockwise and counter-clockwise wheelhead rotation.
䖃Two year warranty.
ەInstruction manual.
ەFoot pedal with hand
lever and grip knob.
ەT-wrench (for tightening wheelhead).
ەAllen wrench for
attaching foot pedal.
ەSpanner for adjusting
feet.
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wheel head
Adjustable foot
Foot pedal
Power Cord Motor breaker(Power switch)
FWD/REV switch
Splash pan
Handle
yellow pan
6 Attach the Two-Piece Splashpan to the
wheel, seating it under the flange of
the bearing holder (under the wheelhead)
white pan (located under the wheelhead ).
splash pan A
splash pan B
wheel head
ەTwo-piece splashpan.
yellow splashpan
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3.Turn FWD/REV switch in required direction
of rotation.FWD - clock wise, REV - counter
clock wise.
4.Depress the speed pedal so that the
wheel head will turn.
5.Press pedal forward to increase speed or
backward to decrease speed. Press fully
back to stop the wheel.
1.Plug in firmly.
2.Turn on the power switch.
STOP
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STOP
STOP FAST
FAST
6.Change direction of rotation with the
FWD/REV switch.