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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 your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any
specific instructions given in this section.
Ongoing
To help minimize your risk of injury and maintain
proper machine operation, if you ever observe
any of the items below shut the machine down
immediately, disconnect it from power, and fix the
problem before continuing operations.
•
Loose mounting bolts or fasteners.
•
Worn, frayed, cracked, or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
Before Beginning Operations
•
Turn the spindle direction switch to the OFF
(middle) position to prevent spindle startup
when connected to power (see Page 4).
•
Make sure the X- and Z-axis power feed units
are turned OFF to prevent unintentional table
movement when connected to power (see
Page 28).
•
Perform lubrication tasks as directed in the
Lubrication section, beginning on Page 39.
•
Check table movement in all three axis direc-
tions for loose/tight gibs. Adjust the gibs if
necessary (see Page 46).
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Daily, After Operations
•
Disconnect the machine from power.
•
Vacuum/clean all debris from table, slides,
and base.
•
Wipe down all unpainted or machined sur-
faces with a good quality rust preventative.
Cleaning &
Protecting
Regular cleaning is one of the most important
steps in taking good care of this machine. Each
operator is responsible for cleaning the machine
immediately after using it or at the end of the
day. We recommend that the cleaning routine
be planned into the workflow schedule, so that
adequate time is set aside to do the job right.
Typically, the easiest way to clean debris from the
ways and table is to use a wet/dry shop vacuum
that is dedicated for this purpose only. Small metal
chips leftover after vacuuming can be wiped up
with a slightly oiled rag. Avoid using compressed
air to blow off metal chips, as this may drive them
deeper into moving surfaces and could cause
sharp chips to fly into your face or hands.
Besides the ways and elevation leadscrew, all
other unpainted and machined surfaces should
be wiped down daily to keep them rust-free and in
top condition. This includes any surface that could
be vulnerable to rust if left unprotected (this espe-
cially includes any parts that may be exposed to
water soluble cutting fluids). Typically with these
parts, a thin film of oil is all that is necessary for
protection.
Keep tables rust-free with ISO 68 way oil.
Model G0808 (Mfd. Since 11/15)
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