General DVR Machine FAQs

FAQ DVR RPS ERRORS and LOW! speed readout
Typically an RPS Error is an issue involving a wiring connection, dust obstructing the optic sensors, or a faulty sensor. After clearing the obstruction...
Fri, 17 May, 2019 at 3:12 PM
FAQ DVR STOP/START Fault/Error/No Voltage/Low Voltage
Typically Fault/Error/No Voltage/Low Voltage is a wiring connection.. Check the power receptacle first. Then unplug the power and remove the four sc...
Mon, 22 Apr, 2019 at 11:06 AM
FAQ DVR XP/2024 INDEX MECHANISM LOOSE/RATTLING NOISE IN HEADSTOCK
DVR XP/2024 INDEX MECHANISM LOOSE/RATTLING NOISE IN HEADSTOCK   Remove the handwheel, if you are using it. It is left hand threaded so turn clockwise...
Thu, 8 Mar, 2018 at 1:10 PM
Quill Jammed Or Will Not Slide Into Tailstock Body All The Way 1624, Dvr Xp, DVR 3000
There are two things you need to look for when facing the problem of a Tailstock Quill which will not slide back into the tailstock of your NOVA 1624-44, NO...
Tue, 3 Jul, 2018 at 3:08 PM
DVR RETROFIT 55523 CONTROL PANEL UPGRADE COMPATIBILITY
To check your DVR product's compatibility with the 55523 upgrade panel, visit the following FAQ: https://teknatool.freshdesk.com/solution/artic...
Thu, 29 Aug, 2019 at 8:58 AM
DVR 55168 MAIN BOARD POWER CXN
Black left, white right. Here are the two most common configurations. The board near the black connection is marked 'L" Live. The white is marke...
Tue, 13 Mar, 2018 at 1:44 PM
Converting DVR machines/motors TO 220VAC
Newer DVR machines (~2010 and on) are pre-wired for 220V, and the electronics inside are able to detect and accommodate the change in voltage supply. To acc...
Tue, 28 May, 2019 at 9:14 AM
HOW TO PACK A DVR HEADSTOCK FOR SHIPPING
Reasons for removing headstock: 1. To replace the motor, spindle or bearings: 2. To replace detent pin: 3. To replace swivel lock pin Be advised the heads...
Wed, 8 Mar, 2017 at 4:37 PM
How to remove/ install the handwheel and faceplate
This FAQ article introduces how to take off and install the handwheel and faceplate on the DVR lathes.  The DVR series lathes from NOVA (Galaxi, XP, 202...
Tue, 21 Mar, 2017 at 9:23 PM
Technical Questions about DVR Motor Technology
Q: What does "LOW" mean?  A: Low is shown on the display when the position sensor reads a speed below 25RPM (Usually 0RPM). This message usually ...
Thu, 21 Jun, 2018 at 11:07 AM