Machine Storage - Grizzly G4003G Owner's Manual

Machine Storage

To prevent the development of rust and corrosion,
the lathe must be properly prepared if it will be
stored for a long period of time. Doing this will
ensure the lathe remains in good condition for
later use.
Preparing Lathe for Storage
1.
Run lathe and bring headstock and apron
reservoirs to operating temperature, then
drain and refill them with clean oil.
2.
DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
3. Thoroughly clean all unpainted, bare metal
surfaces, then apply a liberal coat of way
oil, heavy grease, or rust preventative. Take
care to ensure these surfaces are completely
covered but that rust preventative or grease
is kept off of painted surfaces.
4. Lubricate machine as outlined in Lubrication
section beginning on Page 61. Be sure to use
an oil can to purge all ball oilers and oil pas-
sages with fresh oil.
5. Loosen or remove V-belts so they do not
become stretched during storage period. (Be
sure to place a maintenance note near power
button as a reminder that the belts have been
loosened or removed.)
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6. Place a few moisture absorbing desiccant
packs inside of electrical box.
7. Cover lathe and place it in a dry area that is
out of direct sunlight and away from hazard-
ous fumes, paint, solvents, or gas. Fumes
and sunlight can bleach or discolor paint.
8.
Every few months, rotate by hand all gear-
driven components a few times in several
gear selections. This will keep the bearings,
bushings, gears, and shafts well lubricated
and protected from corrosion—especially
during the winter months.
Slide carriage, tailstock, and steady rest
down lathe bed to make sure that way spot-
ting is not beginning to occur.
Bringing Lathe Out of Storage
1.
Re-install V-belts and retension them (refer
to Page 73 for detailed instructions) if you
removed them for storage purposes.
2.
Remove moisture absorbing desiccant packs
from electrical box.
3. Repeat Test Run and Spindle Break-In pro-
cedures, beginning on Page 25.
Model G4003G (Mfd. Since 1/15)