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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Schedule
For optimum performance from the machine, fol-
low this maintenance schedule and refer to any
specific instructions given in this section.
Daily Check:
•
Loose mounting bolts and damaged tooling.
•
Clean debris and built up grime off of machine.
•
Worn or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
Every 8 Hours of Operation:
Lubricate table and column ways (Page 30).
•
Every 40 Hours of Operation:
Lubricate table leadscrews (Page 30).
•
Cleaning and
Protecting
Metal chips left on the machine that have been
soaked with water-based coolant will invite oxida-
tion and a gummy residue build-up around the
moving parts. Use a brush and shop vacuum to
remove chips and debris from the working sur-
faces of the mill/drill. Never blow off the mill/drill
with compressed air, as this will force metal chips
deep into the mechanisms and may cause injury
to yourself or bystanders.
Remove any rust build-up from unpainted cast
iron surfaces of mill/drill and treat with a non-
staining lubricant after cleaning. Protect other
unpainted cast iron surfaces with regular applica-
tions of ISO 68 oil.
Model G0781 (Mfd. Since 2/15)
Lubrication
This mill/drill requires regular lubrication to main-
tain smooth movement and ensure long-lasting
operation.
An essential part of lubrication is cleaning the
components before lubricating them. Clean all
exterior components in this section with mineral
spirits, shop rags, and brushes before lubricating.
This step is critical because grime and chips build
up on lubricated components over time, which
makes them hard to move.
DISCONNECT
MACHINE
BEFORE PERFORMING LUBRICATION!
Follow reasonable lubrication practices as
outlined in this manual. Failure to do so
could lead to premature failure of machine
and will void warranty.
Column Rack
Lube Type ..Model T23964 or NLGI#2 Equivalent
Lube Amount ........................................Thin Coat
Lubrication Frequency ......... 90 hrs. of Operation
To lubricate column rack:
1.
Move headstock down to gain full access to
column rack (see Figure 34 on Page 30).
2.
Clean teeth with mineral spirits, shop rags,
and brush.
3.
When dry, apply thin coat of grease to teeth
and raise/lower quill several times to evenly
distribute.
FROM
POWER
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