Nova COMET 14DR - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Jessica WillisAug 13, 2025
What to do if my Nova Lathe does not turn on?
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  ssmithAug 13, 2025
  If your Nova Lathe doesn't turn on and there are no lights on the control panel, first ensure that the power source is providing power. If the issue persists, check the fuse or reset button. If it's popped out, press the reset switch and repower the lathe.
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Jennifer BrownAug 16, 2025
How to reduce excessive vibration in my Nova Lathe?
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  Austin CrawfordAug 17, 2025
  If your Nova Lathe is experiencing excessive vibration, try slowing the lathe speed down. If the issue continues, consider adding weight to the machine or bolting it down to a solid platform. You can also check the spindle runout by using a DTI.
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Elizabeth BarnettAug 21, 2025
What to do if the tailstock binds on my Nova COMET 14DR Lathe?
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  Morgan HebertAug 21, 2025
  If the tailstock on your Nova Lathe binds, slide it off the lathe bed to inspect both the top lathe bed surface and the bottom tailstock surface. If there are no defects, apply a light lubricant to the top lathe surface.
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Russell GarciaAug 25, 2025
Why is the tailstock handwheel hard to turn on my Nova COMET 14DR Lathe?
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  Amy GibsonAug 25, 2025
  If the tailstock handwheel on your Nova Lathe is hard to turn or won't turn, first check if the quill lock is engaged. If not, remove the tailstock quill from the tailstock body and inspect both the quill surface and quill housing surface. Clean them to ensure no foreign materials exist, then lubricate both surfaces before reassembling the tailstock.
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Priscilla AndrewsAug 28, 2025
How to fix a faceplate/chuck not running true on Nova COMET 14DR?
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  Joan MoranAug 28, 2025
  To address a faceplate or chuck not running true on your Nova Lathe, check the lathe spindle thread using a DTI to ensure the spindle itself is running true. Also, make sure the back of the faceplate is making firm contact with the spindle base.
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David NealSep 1, 2025
How to align tailstock and headstock center on Nova COMET 14DR?
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  Kevin BlackSep 1, 2025
  To correct the tailstock and headstock centers not lining up correctly on your Nova Lathe, loosen the headstock casing from the bed and make the required adjustment.
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brandonhamiltonSep 5, 2025
What to do if turning tools don't slide smoothly on Nova COMET 14DR Lathe?
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  cookelizabethSep 5, 2025
  If your turning tools are not sliding smoothly across the tool rest on your Nova Lathe, ensure the tool rest surface is smooth without any chips, cracks, or burrs.
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Matthew AllenSep 8, 2025
How to fix spur drive centre not holding in Nova Lathe?
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  Dana IngramSep 8, 2025
  To resolve a spur drive center or live center not holding in the spindle taper or quill taper when turning on your Nova Lathe, clean the Morse Taper surfaces (both tool and spindle) with a cleaning agent.