Cleanup; Cleaning Tips - Grizzly g4003g Owner's Manual

cleanup

Before cleaning, gather the following:
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:
1.
2.
3.
4. Steps 2–3
Model g4003g (Mfg. since 4/08)
Gasoline or products
with low flash points can
explode or cause fire if
used to clean machin-
ery. Avoid cleaning with
these products.
Many cleaning solvents
are toxic if concentrat-
ed amounts are inhaled.
Only work in a well-venti-
lated area.
NOTICE
Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as
acetone or brake parts cleaner, that may
damage painted surfaces. Test all cleaners
in an inconspicuous area before using to
make sure they will not damage paint.

cleaning tips

• for thorough cleaning, you must remove the
steady rest, tool post, and change-gears.
• Be sure to use a stiff brush when cleaning the
threads on the leadscrew.
• Move the slides and tailstock back and forth
to thoroughly clean/lubricate the ways.
• After cleaning, wipe down the components
with a generous coat of way oil (see figure
41 on page 35) to prevent rust.
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