Rikon Power Tools 70-100 User manual

Mini Lathe
Model: 70-100
Owner’s Manual
For more information:
www.rikontools.com or [email protected]
For Parts or Questions:
[email protected] or 877-884-5167
Record the serial number and date of purchase
in your manual for future reference.
Serial number:
Date of purchase:
Part # 70-100M1

Safety Warning
IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following
instructions must be followed at all times.
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. If you have any questions about its
application, do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have advised you.
General Safety Warnings
KNOWYOUR POWER TOOL. Readtheowner’smanual carefully.Learnthetool’sapplications,work
capabilities, and its specific potential hazards.
ALWAYS KEEP VISITORS AWAY FROM RUNNING MACHINES.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.
ALWAYS MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF.
Childproof with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
NEVER OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
MEDICATION, OR ALCOHOL.
ALWAYS WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that might get caught in moving parts. Rubber-soled footwear is
recommended for the best footing.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND WEAR HEARING PROTECTION.
Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
NEVER OVERREACH.
Keep your proper footing and balance at all times.
ALWAYS GROUND ALL TOOLS.
If your tool is equipped with a three-pronged plug, you must plug it into a three-hole electric
receptacle. If you use an adapter to accommodate a two-pronged receptacle, you must attach the
adapter plug to a known ground. Never remove the third prong of the plug.
ALWAYS AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Never use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep your work area well lighted and clear of clutter.
ALWAYS REMOVE THE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES FROM TOOLS AFTER USE.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before
turning it on.
ALWAYS KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
NEVER STAND ON TOOLS.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
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ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to
assure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation.A guard or other damaged parts should immediately be properly repaired or replaced.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters.
ALWAYS AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in“OFF” position before plugging in cord.
NEVER LEAVE TOOLS RUNNING UNATTENDED.
Special Safety Rules For Lathes
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often.
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1. Donotoperate thismachineuntil youhaveread allofthe followinginstructions.
2. Donotattemptto operatethismachineuntil itiscompletelyassembled.
3. DonotturnON this machineifanypieces aremissing.
4. Ifyouare not familiarwiththe operationofthemachine, obtainassistancefroma qualifiedperson.
5. Itishighly recommendedthatthis machinebefirmlymountedtoaflatandsecurework surface.
6. Alwayswearprotective eyewear priortooperating thismachine.
7. Donotoperate thismachineif youareunderthe influenceofdrugs and/oralcohol.
8. Removealljewelry priortooperating thismachine.
9. Donotwear anygloveswhileoperating thismachine.
10.Alwaysmake sure thepowerswitch is intheOFFposition prior toplugginginthe machine.
11.Alwaysmakesure the powerswitchis in theOFFpositionwhen doinganyassemblyor setup
operation.
12.Alwaysturn the powerswitchtothe OFF positionandletthe work piececometoa complete stop
priortoremoval.
13.Useonlysharplathetools.
14.Theuseof anyaccessoriesor attachmentsnotrecommended maycauseinjury toyouand
damageyourmachine.
15.Thismachinemust beproperlygrounded.
16.Whenturningbetween centers,makesureheadstock andtailstockare snug againstworkpiece.
17.Whenfaceplate turning,rough-cutworkpiece closetothefinished shapebeforescrewingto face
plate.
18.Never jam tools into work piece or take too big a cut.
19.Donotoperate thismachinewithoutfollowingalltheseinstructions.
20.Keeptheseinstructionsforfuture reference.

70-100
12”
9-1/2”
16”
1/2HP,1Ph,115V only
6
430,810,1230,1810,2670,3900 RPM
1”x8
MT2
MT2
3/8”
2-1/2”
31-3/4”(L)x18”(W)x11-1/2”(H)
88.5 lbs
ModelNumber
SwingOverBed
SwingOverToolRestBase
WorkingDistanceBetweenCenters
Motor
Speeds
Speed Ranges
SpindleNosein xTPI
HeadstockTaper
TailstockTaper
HoleThroughSpindle
RamTravel
OverallDimensions
NetWeight
Table of Contents
SafetyWarnings.....................................................................................................................................................2
LatheSafetyRules...............................................................................................................................................3
Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................4
UnpackingandContents......................................................................................................................................5
GettingtoKnowYourLathe...................................................................................................................................6
Assembly................................................................................................................................................................6
InstallingtheToolRest...........................................................................................................................................6
InstallingSpindleLock...........................................................................................................................................7
AttachingtheSpurCenter.....................................................................................................................................7
AttachingtheLiveCenter......................................................................................................................................7
InstallingtheFaceplate..........................................................................................................................................8
InstallingtheToolHolder........................................................................................................................................8
SecuringtheLathetoaWorksurfaceorStand..................................................................................................8
Adjustments............................................................................................................................................................8
AdjustingtheToolRest..........................................................................................................................................8
AdjustingtheTailstock...........................................................................................................................................9
ChangingSpindleSpeeds....................................................................................................................................9
TypicalOperations.................................................................................................................................................9
Indexing/SpindleLock........................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................10
ElectricalRequirements...............................................................................................................................................11
WiringDiagram......................................................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................13
ExplosionDiagram..............................................................................................................................................14
PartsList...............................................................................................................................................................15
Warranty.................................................................................................................................................................16
Notes......................................................................................................................................................................17
Specifications
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Unpacking and Clean-up
1. Carefullyfinishremoving allcontentsfrom shippingcartons. Comparecontents oftheshipping
cartons with the list of contents above. Place parts on a protected surface.
2. Reportanyshipping damagetoyourlocal distributor.
3. Cleanallrust protected surfaceswithkeroseneor diesel oil. Do not use; gasoline,paintthinner,
mineralspirits,etc. Thesemay damagepaintedsurfaces.
4. Set packing material and shipping cartons to the side. Do not discard until machine has been
set up and is running properly.
Tools Required for Assembly
Item Description
Phillips Screwdriver
Adjustable Wrench
Contents of Package
Unpackyourlathe fromitscarton andchecktosee thatyouhave allof thefollowing items.Donot turn
yourmachineON ifanyof theseitemsaremissing. Youmaycause injurytoyourselfor damagetoyour
machine.
Unpacking and Checking Contents
Item Description Q’ty
A Lathe.........................................................1
B KnokoutBar..............................................1
C Wrench.....................................................1
D ToolRest....................................................1
E LiveCenter................................................1
F SpurCenter...............................................1
G SpindleLockAssembly..............................1
H KnokoutBarforLiveCenterpointer..........1
I ToolHolder................................................1
J Panheadscrew.......................................2
K Manual/WarrantyCard................................1

Item Description
1 Liftinghandle
2 Switch
3 Handwheel
4 Face plate
5 Spurcenter
6 Toolrest
7 Livecenter
8 Tail stock
9 Tailstockhandwheel
6
8
9
15
16
12
1
2
3411
79
5
14 13
610
17
Item Description
10 Tailstock spindlelockingarm
11 Tool rest base
12 Spindle lock
13 Toolholder
14 Motor
15 Lathe bed
16 Tailstock lockinglever
17 Tool restseatlocking lever
Themachinemust not bepluggedin and thepowerswitch must beinthe OFF positionuntilassembly is
complete.
Installing Tool Rest On To Lathe Bed
Loosenlockingarmand insert toolrestintotool
restbase,adjust heightupor downandtighten
locking arm. (See Fig.01)
Getting to KnowYour Lathe
Assembly
Lockingarm
Tool rest
Tool rest base
Fig.01

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Installing Spindle Lock
Locatethespindle lockassemblyfromthe carton,
andinstallit ontothehead withanadjustable
wrench. (SeeFig.02)
Warning: Disengagespindlelockbeforeturning
themachineon.
Spindle lock
Attaching Spur Center On The
Headstock
Insertspurcenter, withaNo. 2MorseTapershank,
intotheheadstockspindle.(See Fig.03)
Fig.03
Spurcenter
Headstockspindle
Knockout Bar
Theknockoutbar isusedtoremove thespurcenter
fromtheheadstock spindle.Insertknockoutbar
intoholeatopposite side fromspurcenter.
(See Fig.04)
Fig.04
Knockoutbar
Attaching Live Center On the Tailstock
Insertthelive center, withaNo. 2MorseTaper
shankintothetailstock spindle. (SeeFig.05)
Livecenter
Tailstock spindle
Fig.06
To removelivecenterfrom thetailstockspindle,
loosenlockingarm androtatethe handwheel
counterclockwiseto retract spindleintothe body of
thetailstock.The livecenterwill bepushedout of
thespindle.
(See Fig.06)
Knockoutbar
Fig.02
Fig.05

8 Fig.11
Secure Lathe to a Solid Work Surface
Thelathemust be attachedtoasolid worksurface
orstand.Four mountingholesare easily
accessible at the base of the lathe. (See Fig.09)
Adjustments and Operations
Adjusting the Tool Rest
Thetoolrestbase canbeeasilymoved along the
lathebed.Loosen lockinglevercounterclockwise,
slidetoolrestbase to newposition,andtighten
lockingleverclockwise.
To adjusttheheight ofthetoolrest,loosenlocking
arm,raiseor lower toolrest,tighten locking arm.
(See Fig.10)
Note: Position the tool rest as close to the work
pieceaspossible.Itshould be 1/8” above the
centerlineofthe workpiece.
To adjustclampingactionof the toolrestbase,
removebaseand adjustnutclockwiseto tighten
andcounterclockwiseto loosen.(See Fig.11)
Tool rest
Lockingarm
Lockinglever
Tool rest base
Lockingarm Lockinglever
Tool rest base
Fig.09
Mounting holes
Installing Tool Holder On the Lathe
Bed
Locatedthetool holderfromthe carton,andinstall
itontothe lathe bedwithtwopan headscrews.
(See Fig.08)
Panheadscrew
Installing The Faceplate to the
Headstock
Threadthefaceplate clockwise ontothe
headstockspindle.Next, engage thespindlelock
andstopthe spindlefrom turning,and tighten
faceplatewithsupplied wrench. (SeeFig.07)
Fig.07
Faceplate
Spindle lock
Warning: Disengagespindlelockbeforeturning
themachineon.
Fig.08
Fig.10
Tool holder

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Adjusting Tailstock
Loosenlockinglever to movethetailstock along
thelathebed to desiredposition.Tightenlever.
To adjustclampingactionof thetailstock,removeit
fromlathebed andadjustnut clockwisetotighten
andcounterclockwiseto loosen.(See Fig.12)
To adjust tailstockarm inor out, loosenlocking
armandturnhandwheel.Whenthetailstockarm is
inadesiredposition,tightenlocking arm.
(See Fig.13)
Thetailstockarm will travelfrom0” to2-1/2” Lockingarm
Lockinglever
Handwheel Tailstock arm
Nut
Changing Spindle Speeds
Thelathefeatures a sixstepmotor and spindle
pulleystoprovide differentspindlespeeds.Open
accesscovertochangespindlespeeds.
(See Fig.14)
Withaccesscoveropen, loosenlockingarm.
Raiseleverto releasetensiononmotor pulleyand
tightenlockingarm.Check speed andbeltposition
chartinsideaccesscover to determine spindle
speed required.
Movedrivebelt to desiredpulleycombination.
Loosenlockingarm, lowerlever, andthemotor will
providepropertension onthedrivebelt.Tighten
locking arm and close access cover. (See Fig.14)
Access cover
Belt position Chart
Lockingarm
Tension lever
Typical Operations
Thelatheis setupfora typicalspindleturning
operation.(See Fig.15)
Fig.12
Fig.13
Fig.14
Fig.15

CAUTION! BEFORE CLEANING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK, DISCONNECT
THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE (WALL SOCKET). NEVER USE WATER OR
OTHER LIQUIDS TO CLEAN THE MACHINE. USE A BRUSH. REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF THE
MACHINE WILL PREVENT UNNECESSARY PROBLEMS.
Keepthelathebed castingcleanandlubricated.
Keeptheoutside of themachineclean toensureaccurateoperation ofallmovingparts andprevent
excessive wear.
Keeptheventilation slotsofthe motorcleanto preventitfromoverheating.
Removeallsaw dustandchips fromthelatheafter eachuse.
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Thelathecan besetupfor afaceplateturning
operation.Thework piece shouldbe“rough
cut” as close as possible to finished shape
beforemounting.(SeeFig.16)
Indexing/Spindle Lock
Thedualpurpose indexing/spindlelockis
positioned on the top of the headstock for ease of
use.Theheadstock indexingfeaturehas12equally
spaced positions. The spring loaded locking pin
assemblyisengaged byturningthe knobahalf turn
allowing it to drop into the desired position.To
disengage,liftthe lockknobup andturna halfturn
either direction. (See Fig.17 & Fig.18)
The12position indexingfeatureallowsaccurate
patternworkon projectssuchasstraightfluting,
grooving,drilling,layoutandmore.Thisfeature
alsoallowsthe user tolockthespindle for
removingfaceplates, chucksandother
accessorieswithoutneeding twotools.
To use thespindlelock,disengage the lockingpin
byliftingup androtatingahalfturn.Thepinwill
engageintheclosest pin available.Oncelocked
anaccessorysuchasa face plate can beremoved
withthewrenchsupplied.
Fig.18
Maintenance
Fig.16
Fig.17

Intheevent ofamalfunction orbreakdown,groundingprovides apathof leastresistanceforelectric
currenttoreducethe riskofelectricshock. This toolisequippedwith anelectriccordhaving an
equipment-groundingconductorand agroundingplug.Theplug mustbeplugged intoamatching outlet
thatisproperly installed andgroundedin accordancewithalllocal codesandordinances.
Donotmodify theplugprovided. Ifitwillnot fittheoutlet, havetheproperoutlet installedbya qualified
electrician.
Improperconnectionof theequipment-groundingconductor canresultin ariskof electricshock.The
conductor,withinsulation havinganoutersurfacethatisgreenwith orwithoutyellow stripes,isthe
equipment-groundingconductor. Ifrepairor replacementoftheelectric cordorplug isnecessary, donot
connecttheequipment-groundingconductorto aliveterminal.
Checkwitha qualifiedelectricianorservice personnelifthe grounding instructionsarenot completely
understood,orif indoubtasto whetherthetoolis properlygrounded.
Useonlythree wireextensioncordsthathave three-pronggroundingplugs andthree-polereceptacles
thatacceptthe tool’splug.*
Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.
Thistoolis intended foruseon a circuitthathas an outletthatlooks theoneillustratedin FigureAbelow.
Thetoolhas agroundingplugthat lookslikethe grounding plugasillustrated inFigureAbelow.A
temporaryadapter, whichlockslikethe adapter asillustratedinFigure Bbelow, may beusedto connect
thisplugtoa two-polereceptacle,asshown in FigureBifa properlygroundedoutletis not available.**
Thetemporaryadapter shouldonlybe useduntila properlygroundedoutlet canbeinstalledbya
qualifiedelectrician.Thegreen coloredrigidearor tab, extendingfromthe adapter,mustbe connected
toapermanent groundsuchas aproperlygrounded outletbox.
* Canadian electrical codes require extension cords to be certified SJTtype or better.
** Use of an adapter in Canada is not acceptable.
Eletrical Requirements
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WARNING:This machinemustbegrounded.
Replacementofthe powersupplycableshould onlybedone byaqualifiedelectrician.
Wiring Diagram
12
Motor
Switch
Plug

Troubleshooting
13

Explosion Diagram
14

Parts List
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Centerpoint
Spurcenter
Faceplate
Spindleshaft
Indexingplate
Hex socket set screw M5x5
Bearing6005-2Z
Ringretaining47mm
Indexinggear
Hex socket set screw M6x8
Spindleshaft
Warninglabel
Wavewasher47mm
Ringretaining25mm
Poly-v-belt
Hex socket set screw M6x10
Spindlepulley
Ringretaining19mm
Handwheel
Spindle lock knob
Spindle lock tube
Spindle lock shaft
Spindle lock spring
Pin roll 3x16
Roundedinsert
Powercableplate
Strainrelief
Panheadscrew M5x12
LockingwasherM5
Box switch
Switch plate
Lock switch
Panheadscrew M6x10
LockingwasherM6
PanheadtappingscrewST4.2x22
Panheadscrew M5x12
LockingwasherM5
Hex. Nut M5
Close-endconnector
Hex. Socket head screw M6x35
Springwasher6mm
Washer 6mm
Bed
Tool holder
Washer 6mm
Panheadscrew M6x15
Namelabel
Warninglabel
Cabletube
Fence
Specialwasher5mm
Panheadscrew M5x10
8" tool holder
Tool holder seat
Lockarm
Locklever
Part No. Description Part No. Description
70-100-50 Collar
70-100-51 Ring retaining 12mm
70-100-52 Clamp bolt cover
70-100-53 Position plate
70-100-54 Lock nut M10
70-100-55 Live center
70-100-56 Axle sleeve
70-100-57 Tailstock scale
70-100-58 Bolt
70-100-59 Ring retaining
70-100-60 Washer 14mm
70-100-61 Tailstock
70-100-62 Handwheel
70-100-63 Hex. Socket set screw M6x12
70-100-64 Handwheelhandle
70-100-65 Screw
70-100-66 Lock arm
70-100-67 Lock lever
70-100-68 Hex. Socket set screw M5x8
70-100-69 Screw shaft
70-100-70 Spring
70-100-71 Clamp plate
70-100-72 Lock nut M10
70-100-73 Ring retaining 10mm
70-100-74 Lifting handle
70-100-75 Lifting handle mounting bracket
70-100-75A Pan head screw M5x10
70-100-76 Hinge
70-100-77 Lock washer M4
70-100-78 Pan head screw M4x10
70-100-79 Motor pulley cover
70-100-80 Hex. Nut M4
70-100-81 Access cover
70-100-82 Warning label
70-100-83 Lock housing bracket
70-100-84 Lock housing
70-100-85 Belt position chart
70-100-90 Motor
70-100-91 Motor label
70-100-92 Belt tension handle
70-100-93 Belt tension handle cover
70-100-94 Motor temsion lock
70-100-95 Special washer 8mm
70-100-96 Lock nut M8
70-100-97 Spring washer 6mm
70-100-98 Hex. Socket head screw M6x15
70-100-99 Motor pulley
70-100-100 Hex. Socket set screw M6x12
70-100-101 RIKON label
70-100-102 Rivet M2.5x6
70-100-103 Power cable
70-100-104 Knockout bar
70-100-104A Live Center knockout bar
70-100-105 Wrench
70-100-M1 Manual
70-100-1
70-100-2
70-100-3
70-100-4
70-100-4A
70-100-4B
70-100-5
70-100-6
70-100-7
70-100-8
70-100-9
70-100-9A
70-100-10
70-100-11
70-100-12
70-100-13
70-100-14
70-100-15
70-100-16
70-100-17
70-100-18
70-100-19
70-100-19A
70-100-19B
70-100-21
70-100-22
70-100-23
70-100-24
70-100-24A
70-100-25
70-100-26
70-100-27
70-100-28
70-100-29
70-100-30
70-100-31
70-100-32
70-100-33
70-100-34
70-100-35
70-100-36
70-100-37
70-100-40
70-100-40A
70-100-40B
70-100-40C
70-100-40D
70-100-40E
70-100-41
70-100-42
70-100-43
70-100-44
70-100-45
70-100-46
70-100-47
70-100-48

2-Year Limited Warranty
RIKON Power Tools/Richen Enterprise, Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail
consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This
warranty may not be transferred.
This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence,
accidents, repairs, alterations, lack of maintenance or normal wear and tear. Under no
circumstances will Seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective
products. All other warranties, expressed or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for
purpose, or otherwise are expressly disclaimed by Seller. This warranty does not cover products
used for commercial, industrial or educational purposes.
This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as blades, drill bits, sanding discs or
belts and other related items.
Seller shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this warranty proof of purchase documentation, which includes date of
purchase and an explanation of the complaint, must be provided.
The Seller reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts,
fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.
To take advantage of this warranty, please fill out the enclosed warranty card and send it to:
RIKON Warranty
400 West Cummings Park
Suite 1000
Woburn, MA 01801
The card must be entirely completed in order for it to be valid. If you have any questions
please contact us at 877-884-5167 or [email protected].
Warranty
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Notes:
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For more information:
400 West Cummings Park, Suite 1000
Woburn, MA 01801
877-884-5167 / 781-933-8400
[email protected]
www.rikontools.com
Copyright Richen Enterprise, Inc. 2005 Printed in China