26A RED WING LATHE

OPERATING MANUAL

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING TOOL & WEAR EYE PROTECTION

FD.06/2009
 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A HANDLER PRODUCT

Thank you for purchasing a HANDLER’s Red Wing Lathe.

Open the carton and inspect all contents. Your 26A was inspected several times
during the manufacturing process, plus as a completed unit after it was built and
tested.

Should damage have occurred, please contact the freight forwarder, immediately.
Failure to contact the freight forwarder, immediately, will result in the loss of your
rights to place a claim for possible external or internal damage.

After you have contacted the freight forwarder, please contact your distributor
advising that you have received a unit which sustained damage, detailing the
possible damage and requesting they contact Handler. Possible damage MUST
BE CLAIMED by the receiver of the product, not the sender.

RED WING MOTOR

Your Red Wing has been inspected prior to being shipped. Open the package and
inspect its contents. Should damage have occurred in transit, contact the freight
forwarder immediately. Do not contact Handler as the receiver of a product must
file a claim for damage within 14 days. Failure to file a claim in a timely manner
could result in the loss of your rights of recovery. Should you require assistance,
please contact Handler Manufacturing at: 1-908-233-7796 or 1-800-274-2635

CAUTION!
BEFORE Connecting and Operating!
Unpack Accessories from Unit
For Your Protection EXAMINE THE GOODS.

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 WARNING!

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY:

READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
OPERATING TOOL.

WEAR EYE PROTECTION!

ALL ELECTRICAL ITEMS WITH A CORD SET:

Repair or Replace Damaged

or worn cord Immediately.
Do not expose to rain or use in
damp locations.

ADVERTISSEMENT:
Ne Pas Exposer a la pluie
et ne pas utiliser dans les
emplacements humides.

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 CHUCK REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS

CHUCK
REMOVER

PUSH ON AND TAP IN PLACE

TURN MOTOR OFF

PULL HANDLE UPWARD TO REMOVE CHUCK

FIGURE 1

Remove the lathe from the carton and place it in a suitable location on a sturdy horizontal surface.
The unit must be bolted to the table top. Bolting the unit securely to a solid table top will prevent
possible lathe movement during operation and possible operator injury.
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).
The No. 26, 26A, 26L, and 28H 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 fit onto a tapered shaft only. The models 27, 29, & 29A are
built to function at 3450 RPM. NOTE: if you have specified that your lathe should contain 1/2” straight
shafts, only chucks which contain a 1/2” arbor hole will adapt to these shafts.
The polishing motor with a tapered shaft is provided with a left and right chuck remover (see figure
No. 1). By pulling upward toward the front of the lathe, the chuck remover will unscrew outward to
“push” the chuck from the tapered shaft. Various types of chucks and chuck accessories are utilized to
perform different types of grinding and polishing operations with your lathe. These are attached to your
lathe’s shaft via a friction fit.

To place a chuck onto the shaft of your lathe, please follow these instructions:

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.
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. (See Instructions on following page.)
3. Push the chuck onto the shaft as far as it will go. Since the chucks fit onto tapered shafts via
friction fit, 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 manufacturers 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.

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 CARE AND MAINTENANCE

PROTECTION - IMPORTANT

1. Never attempt to use a polishing motor without proper instruction.

2. Never use a polishing motor unless the motor has been fitted 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 Catalogue.

CHUCK REMOVAL
After finishing 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, (See Figure 1. Page 4).

A few chucks may require the chuck remover to be rotated 360 Degrees before the
chuck accessory is removed. Chucks fitted to polishing motors containing a 1/2”
shaft are removed by loosening the set screw which holds it in position.

3. To place another chuck onto the lathe shaft, follow the procedure listed on this page.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your Red Wing polishing motor has been fitted 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 contained on page 6.

ACCESSORIES

Handler manufactures a full line of Chucks, Protective Hoods, Shields, and Dust Collectors
for use with your Red Wing motor. Handler chucks are precision manufactured to fit onto
your Red Wing motor. A few of these are described below.

The No. 7 L or R chuck is made to accommodate buffing

wheels and brushes for polishing acrylic dentures, plastics,
and metals. The threads contained on the tapered portion
of the chuck’s frontal surface secure the buff or brush in
position.

Handler’s 8T Jacobs type chucks are made to accommodate

from 3/32” to 1/4” burs and mandrels. It is manufactured
for gross finishing

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 Chucks and Chuck Changers

Handler’s No. 18 Atlas Jacobs type chuck

is precision ground to provide excellent
concentricity and durability. This chuck will
accommodate burs and mandrels from 0” to
1/4” in diameter. Available for right side ONLY. No. 18 Atlas Jacobs

Our No. 9 Arbor band chucks are built to

accept 3/4” x 3/4” abrasive bands. These are
used for gross finishing of plastics or metals -
Right or Left.
No. 9 Arbor band chucks
Handler’s No. 1-6 stone chucks are built to
accept abrasive stones and lathe wheels with
5/16”, 3/8” and 1/4”, arbor mountings for the
right and left side.
1 - 3/8” R 4 - 5/16” L
2 - 3/8”L 5 - 1/4” R No. 1-6 stone chucks
3 - 5/16” R 6 - 1/4” L
Note: Specify a No. 20 L or R chuck for a
polishing motor with a straight 1/2” shaft.

Handler has designed and built a full line of

automatic chucks which will adapt to your Red
Wing or other polishing motors. Handler’s
automatic chucks are durable and built to
save processing time and money.

16 Chuk/Changer
The Handler Chuk/Changer was designed to
provide full automatic, precision changing of
1/4” and 3/32” diameter burs, mandrels and
chuck accessories with the slight movement
of a handle while the motor is turning.

The Chuk/Changer provides the technician

with exacting concentricity and quick, easy
changing of various chucks which greatly The No. 16 is shipped complete
speeds grinding, polishing and finishing with chuck accessories as follows:
procedures. The No. 16 Chuk/Changer is
adaptable to most types of dental motors, (1) P-16-15 Arbor Band Chuck
including older models e.g. R&M, Ritter, (1) P-16-16 Spiral Tapered Chuck
Baldor, Emesco and Red Wing. (2) P-16-19 Stone Chucks
(2) P-16-20 Mandrels - for small
abrasive wheels.
NOTE: Specify make, model and catalogue number
(1) P-16-8 Collet Wrench
of lathe when ordering 16L Chuk/Changer is for use
(1) P-16-10 Clutch
on left side of motor.
(1) P-16-ADW Adapter

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 RED WING LATHE PARTS LIST

(1) PARTS LIST:

Locate part number on diagram. Specify, on order, identifying part number. Supply all data
on nameplate of your Red Wing Lathe - especially the serial number appearing on the last
line. (L = Left; R = Right)
PARTS:

No.1 Chuck Remover (Throw Off) - No.10 Field Ring - specify whether 1 or
Specify L or R 2 speed lathe
No.1a Chuck Remover Male Part - No.11 Stator - specify whether 1 or 2
Specify L or R speed lathe
No.1b Chuck Remover Female Part - No.12 Hood Switch - specify whether 1 or
Specify L or R 2 speed lathe
No.1c Handle for Throw-off No.13 Insulating Washer - for hood
No.2 Chuck Remover - switch - one speed lathe
set screw for male part No.14 Supply Cord - including 2 prong
No.3 End Bell - one speed - adaptor
Specify L or R No.14a 2 prong adaptor only
No.4 Spacing Washers No.15 Switch - two speed (toggle)
No.5 Spring Washers No.15a Switch - one speed
No.5a Bearing spacer - one speed - No.16 Switch Washer
Specify L or R No.17 Base, Low - 4 1/2” shaft height
No.6 Thru-Bold with nuts No.17a Base, high - 6” shaft height
No.7 Bearings - two per set - No.18 Base Bolts and Washers -
for right and left side - 1- and 2- low base (4-2 speed, 2-1 speed)
speed lathes. No.19 Base Plate
No.8 Rotor - No.20 Rubber Base Grommets (set, 4)
specify whether 1 or 2 speed lathe No.21 Screws for above (set, 4)
No.9 Centrifugal Switch - No.22 Lubri-Plate - 1 3/4 oz tube
specify whether 1 or 2 speed lathe

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 OSHA RECOMMENDED SHIELDS

Handler has designed and built a full line of automatic chucks which will adapt to your Red
Wing or other polishing motors. Handler’s automatic chucks are durable and built to save
processing time and money.

PROTECTIVE SHIELDS AND HOODS

Polishing and Grinding must be completed with the addition of a protective hood with shield
or a protective shield, Handler manufactures a full line of protective hoods and shields to
protect the technician from possible flying dusts and debris. Below are three examples of
the various types available.

The 86D hood shield provides adjustable protection for the technician. Constructed of
Ever-brite aluminum, it contains an adjustable 6”x9” clear acrylic shield to help protect the
polisher. Hoods are available in 6”x8” and 10” widths. Resin Hoods available in 6” width ONLY.

The protector was designed to provide protection from possible flying debris. Constructed
of 3/8” clear acrylic, the protector offers excellent protection for lathe and hand piece
grinding.

Protect yourself from UNIDENTIFIED FLYING OBJECTS. The New #26SHLD shield from
Handler mounts directly to your lathe. Made of 8” x 6” x 1/8” clear Polycarbonate, fully
adjustable, replaceable shield, helps comply with OSHA requirements. Comes with all
mounting hardware, Contact your dealer or Handler.

Handler manufactures a full line of protective hoods, shields, and dust collectors.
To obtain a Handler catalogue illustrating our hoods, shields, and dust collectors, visit our
website at: WWW.HANDLERMFG.COM or call 1-800-27HANDL (1-800-274-2635)

79 86D 26SHLD

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 GROUNDING AND TOOL SAFETY

1. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This tool should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.
The tool is equipped with an approved three-conductor cord and three-prong grounding
type plug to fit the proper grounding type 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 that shown in sketch (A) in Figure 1. If it is for use on 150 to 250 volts, it has a plug
that looks like that shown in sketch (B). Use of an extension cords or a 2 prong adapter is
not recommended.

2. TOOL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8. Use Safety Glasses

1. Keep Work Area Clean: Cluttered Use safety glasses with all rotating tools.
areas and benches invite accidents. Also use a face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
2. Avoid Dangerous Equipment
Don’t expose power tools to rain. 9. Don’t Abuse Cord
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet Never carry tool by cord or yank it to
locations. Keep work area well lit. disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
3. Keep Children Away
10. Secure Work
All visitors should be kept safe distance
Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It’s
from work area and appliance.
safer than using your hand and it frees
4. Store Idle Tools both hands to operate tool.
When not in use, tools should be stored
11. Don’t Overreach
in dry, high, and locked location out of
Keep proper footing and balance at all
the reach of children.
times.
5. Don’t Force Tool
12. Maintain Tools with Care
It will do the job better and be safe at
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
the rate for which it was designed.
safest performance. Follow instructions for
6. Use Right Tool lubricating and changing accessories.
Don’t force small tool or attachment to
13. Disconnect Tools and TURN OFF.
do the job of a heavy-duty tool.
When not in use; before servicing; when
7. Wear Proper Apparel changing accessories such as blades, bits,
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry which cutters, etc.
may get caught in moving parts. Tie back
14. Avoid Accidental Starting this and any other
long hair or use a proper hair net.
appliance. Be sure switch is OFF when
plugging in.
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 IMPORTANT NOTICE

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO TO RETURN GOODS

1. Our terms of sale are F.O.B. our plant. Handler makes every effort to insure the
proper delivery of goods, but we cannot guarantee the carrier’s performance. Each
product is tested and inspected for proper performance prior to leaving our facility.
The responsibility for damage in transit is the carrier’s, whether it is visible damage
or concealed damage.

2. Inspect this shipment IMMEDIATELY. Insist that visible damage or possible damage
be written on the Delivery Receipt by the receiver.

3. Inspect the contents of your shipment within 24 hours of receipt. Using your copy
of our packing list, check for piece count and accuracy immediately to insure proper
billing.

4. If damage is discovered, save all crates, cartons and packaging material until an
inspection has been made by an agent of the carrier.

5. In case of damage, notify the delivering carrier IMMEDIATELY requesting that an

inspection be made. Retain a copy of the inspection request for claim purposes.
Failure to notify the freight carrier immediately will result in the loss of your rights
to claim damage.

6. We have taken every precaution to insure safe arrival of your products. We cannot
be responsible for negligence by another party.

7. The receiver of the goods must make claims for incorrectly shipped goods to the
shipper within 15 days of receipt of delivery.

RETURNING GOODS

1. DO NOT return merchandise without our authorization. You must call first for a return
authorization number.

2. We will not accept returned merchandise from the carrier unless our authorization
NUMBER has been issued, and is clearly marked on the outside of the carton.

3. We will not accept goods (i.e. dust collectors) that are not cleaned and free of dust
and debris. The merchandise will be shipped back. This is in compliance with OSHA
regulations.

HANDLER MFG.
612 NORTH AVENUE EAST, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090

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 WARRANTY
This HANDLER product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship,
when used under the conditions recommended by the manufacturer, and/or the purpose for
which the product was intended, for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment from
factory to job site of original owner. Products purchased from distributor warehouse stock
are warranted for a period of 18 months from date of shipment from the manufacturer’s
warehouse.

In all cases, the full name and address of the distributor must be supplied, along with the
name of the customer, product name and number, and serial number. A copy of the original
invoice, showing date of purchase must accompany the warranty repair request.

This warranty will apply to equipment installed, operated and maintained in accordance
with HANDLER procedures and recommendations.

During the life of this warranty, HANDLER will repair or replace (At HANDLER’s option)
free of charge. F.O.B. its plant, any defective part or assembly, if such defect occurred in
normal service and was not due to apparent misuse, abuse, or accident.

Any warranty service performed in the field must be authorized by HANDLER MFG.
Unauthorized service voids the warranty and any resulting charge will not be paid by
HANDLER MFG.

HANDLER MFG. makes no other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied.

The merchantability of the components is expressly excluded. The manufacturer assumes
no liability for indirect or consequential damages.

Detach or copy and mail back to the address below.

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Address:
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Model No.: Serial No.:
Distributor:
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612 NORTH AVENUE EAST, PO BOX 520
WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090-0520