Grizzly G0600 Manual Insert page 57

Apron
The apron gearbox is lubricated with 20W non-
detergent oil, ISO 68, or an equivalent gear box
machine oil. Keep the oil level full as seen in the
sight glass shown in (Figure 90).
After the first month of daily operation, drain the
apron oil through the drain plug (Figure 90), and
refill the apron through the fill plug labeled OIL
(Figure 90). At a minimum, change the apron oil
yearly or more frequently if heavy machine use
requires it.
Apron Oil Pump
To lubricate the saddle slide and the cross slide
way guides, pull the oil pump knob (Figure 90)
out and hold it for two or three seconds, the pump
will draw oil from the apron reservoir, and then
push the knob in so the oil is pumped through
drilled passages to the way guides. Repeat this
process until the way guides are lubricated.
Lubricate the guides once before and once after
using the lathe. If the lathe is in an environment
that has high moisture or is very dirty, increase
the lubrication interval.
Lead Screw and Feed Rod
To lubricate the lead screw, clean with mineral
spirits and relubricate with a very light machine
oil so rust will not form on the threads. DO NOT
use grease, as grease will pickup metal chips and
abrasives and carry them into the halfnut, causing
premature wear.
Fill the lead screw and feed rod bearing housing
through the oil plug (Figure 91) until the housing
is full. Use the same oil as used in the apron.
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Fill Plug
Apron Oil Pump
Sight Glass
Drain Plug
Figure 90. Apron lubrication components.
Leadscrew Bearing Oil Reservoir Fill Plug
Figure 91. Leadscrew lubrication.
G0600 20" x 60" Big Bore Lathe