Before Each Use; After Each Use - Eastwood 32497 Instructions Manual

LATHE MAINTENANCE
For maximum performance, maximum operating safety and long life, it is critical that
the Lathe be properly maintained.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Fully inspect the Lathe for any damage. Any damage should be repaired before
use.
2. Any damage or scratches to machined surfaces should be worked out with a
good quality Oil Stone.
3. WITH UNIT UNPLUGGED and POWER OFF, operate all manual Handwheels,
Cranks and Levers by hand to make sure they all operate smoothly and ac-
curately.
4. If any operating features are found to be loose or out of adjustment, follow the
adjustment procedures outline in the appropriate section of this manual.
5. Add a good quality, medium bodied machine oil to the fittings at both Leadscrew
bearings (each end).
NOTE: It is necessary to remove the Gear Train Cover to access the left side
Leadscrew bearing.
6. Add a few drops of a good quality, medium bodied machine oil to all sliding,
rotating and pivoting points. Lubricate the Compound Slide Oilway located on the
top surface of the Bed, adjacent to the guide rail. (FIG 25).

AFTER EACH USE

1. Carefully remove all swarf and metal chips from the Lathe.
2. If coolant has been used, make sure it is all removed from the Chip Tray.
3. All components must be dry. All machined surfaces should be coated with a light
bodied machine oil to prevent surface rust.
4. Remove all cutting tools, cover machine and store in a dry, temperature stabilized location.
MOTOR BRUSH REPLACEMENT (not included)
1. The Motor Brush Retainer Caps are accessible by access holes at the front and rear of the Lathe Base under the Headstock (FIG 26).
2. Remove by unthreading the Caps and pulling out the Brushes from their bores.
3. Replace the Brushes into the bores using extreme care not to chip them of damage the springs.
4. Replace the Retainer Caps.
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FIG. 25
FIG. 26
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