Lubrication; Lubrication Frequency; Ball Oilers - Grizzly G0768Z Manual

Lubrication

The lathe has metal-to-metal sliding surfaces that
require regular lubrication to maintain smooth
movement and ensure long-lasting operation.
Other than the lubrication points covered in this
section, all other bearings are internally lubricated
and sealed at the factory. Simply leave them
alone unless they need to be replaced.
Before performing
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
We recommend using Model SB1365 Way Oil
or equivalent (see Page 68) for most lubrication
tasks.

Lubrication Frequency

Lubrication Task

Ball Oilers

Leadscrew & Carriage
Rack
Bedways
Feed Gearbox
Cross Slide & Compound
Slide
End Gears
Mill Column Ways
Mill Quill Outside Surface
Mill Quill Rack
Mill Z-Axis Leadscrew
Mill Headstock Gears
NOTICE
The recommended lubrication is based on
light-to-medium usage. Since lubrication
helps to protect value and operation of
machine, these lubrication tasks may need
to be performed more frequently than rec-
ommended, depending on usage.
Failure to follow reasonable lubrication
practices as instructed in this manual could
lead to premature failure of machine com-
ponents and will void the warranty.
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any lubrication task,
Frequency Page
This
Daily
Page
73
Daily
Daily 73
73
Annually
Daily 73
Annually 74
Daily 75
75
Daily
75
90 Hrs.
120 Hrs. 76
76
90 Hrs.
Items Needed
Clean Rag ........................................ As Needed
Mineral Spirits .................................... As Needed
Stiff Brush .......................................................... 1
Pump-Type Oil Can w/Plastic Cone Tip ............ 1
Ball Oilers
Lube Type ............................... ISO 32 Equivalent
Lube Amount ............................ 1 or 2 Squirts/Fill
Lubrication Frequency ................................. Daily
This lathe has four ball oilers that should be oiled
on a daily basis before beginning operation.
Proper lubrication of ball oilers is done with a
pump-type oil can that has a plastic or rubber-
ized cone tip. We do not recommend using metal
needle or lance tips, as they can push the ball too
far into the oiler, break the spring seat, and lodge
the ball in the oil galley.
Lubricate the ball oilers before and after machine
use, and more frequently under heavy use. When
lubricating ball oilers, first clean the outside sur-
face to remove any dust or grime. Push the tip of
the oil can nozzle against the ball oiler to create
a hydraulic seal, then pump the oil can once or
twice. If you see sludge and contaminants coming
out of the lubrication area, keep pumping the oil
can until the oil runs clear. When finished, wipe
away any excess oil.
Refer to Figure 129 to identify the location of each
ball oiler.
Ball Oilers
Figure 129. Ball oilers.
Model G0768/G0769 (Mfd. Since 8/15)
Qty
Ball Oilers