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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect power
to the machine before
performing maintenance.
Failure to do this may
result in serious person-
al injury.
Schedule
For optimum performance from your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any
specific instructions given in this section.
Daily Check:
•
Loose mounting bolts/screws/nuts.
•
Damaged or worn saw blade.
•
Coolant level.
•
Proper function of blade guard.
•
General cleanup to prevent buildup of metal
particulate.
Weekly Maintenance:
•
Clean machine thoroughly, including coolant
tank to remove particulate.
•
Clean coolant screens on machine base and
fluid reservoir.
Check/adjust gearbox oil level (see Page 29).
•
•
Lubricate vise leadscrew (see Page 29).
Monthly Check:
•
Check/tighten machine bolts.
Oil saw hinge pin ball oilers (see Page 30).
•
•
Lubricate base pivot (see Page 30).
Every Six Months:
Change gearbox oil (see Page 29).
•
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Cleaning &
Protecting
Metal chips left on the machine that have been
soaked with water-based cutting fluid will invite
oxidation and a gummy residue build-up around
the moving parts. Use a brush and shop vacu-
um to remove chips and debris from the working
surfaces of the saw. Never blow off the saw 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, and treat with a non-staining lubri-
cant after cleaning. Protect other unpainted cast-
iron surfaces with regular applications of ISO 68
oil or other quality metal protectant.
Lubrication
This cold cut saw requires regular lubrication to
maintain smooth movement and ensure long-last-
ing 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!
FROM
POWER
G0783 (Mfd. Since 05/15)
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