TDE
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I've had my comet for around a year and lately I have noticed the speed doesn't work like it did before. It isn't running as fast as normal. Has anyone else had this problem or heard of it? Happy new year, Ted
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longbeard
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Sorry ican't help you, but,
I'll be watching this very closely as i've been looking at getting one these in the next month or so.
Harry
I'll be watching this very closely as i've been looking at getting one these in the next month or so.
Harry
edstreet
Member
First check the belt tension. If the belt does slip that would account for that. It also accounts for some motor surges when cutting. That is defacto on all lathes, regardless of brand.
TDE
Member
I'll check the belt tension but it also does it with no load. Thanks, Ted
edstreet
Member
If it is the tension it will show up under no load as well.
preacherman
Member
I have the Nova Comet and have not had any problems with mine. I have only had it about five months though.
There were some reviews that said the speed control unit gave problems. Others said there were some issues with debris in the motor. Either of these could cause your described problems.
There were some reviews that said the speed control unit gave problems. Others said there were some issues with debris in the motor. Either of these could cause your described problems.
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TDE
Member
I did blow out the motor and check the tension on the belt. It seems to be working now. I will keep an eye on it. My first thought was a problem with the speed control, I sure hope that isn't the case. Thanks for the answers. Ted
edstreet
Member
I did blow out the motor and check the tension on the belt. It seems to be working now. I will keep an eye on it. My first thought was a problem with the speed control, I sure hope that isn't the case. Thanks for the answers. Ted
Buildup can do things like this, also belt stretching over time, tension changes i.e. season changes can do this among problems with the motor, chemicals on the pulley/belt.
Grab a few extra belts to keep on hand just in case. Also check the belt from time to time, the grooves etc will get eaten up and eventually break.
TDE
Member
Well I finally got a new belt for my lathe and it still does the same thing. I checked the brushes and they look new. I bought my lathe last Feb. When I turn up the speed it seems to speed up till it reaches a certain speed then it slows down even though you turn the speed control higher. I was afraid it wasn't just the belt. I will call them on Monday to ask what the next step is. I really miss my lathe working like it should. I just thought I would give a update on what was going on. Thanks, Ted