Cleaning The Machine; Lubrication; First Commissioning - Optimum OPTI turn TU 3008G Operating Manual

The substructure must be prepared in such a way as to ensure that, if any lubricant is used,
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it cannot penetrate the floor.
Protruding parts - such as the dog, handles, etc. - must be secured, where necessary, by
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means of on-site measures so that persons are not endangered.
Provide enough space for set-up and operating personnel and material transport.
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Also bear in mind accessibility for installation and maintenance works.
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Ensure adequate lighting is available (minimum value: 500 Lux, measured at the tool tip). In
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the event of a lower level of lighting, additional illumination must be provided, e.g. by means
of a separate workplace light.
INFORMATION
The power plug of the lathe must be readily accessible.
3.5

Cleaning the machine

CAUTION!
Do not use compressed air to clean the machine.
Your new lathe must be completely cleaned after being unpacked to make sure that all the
moving parts and sliding surfaces are not damaged when the machine is operated. Each unit
leaves the factory with all its polished parts and sliding surfaces suitably greased to avoid
oxidation in the period of time that elapses, until it is started up. Remove all the wrapping and
clean all the surfaces with a degreaser to soften and remove the protecting greases and
coatings.
Clean all the surfaces with a clean cotton cloth and lubricate the lathe as explained in the
following section, before connecting the power and beginning to operate the machine.
3.5.1

Lubrication

When initially lubricating and greasing your new lathe, you can check the oil levels through the
viewing pane next to the gears. The oil tank must be filled to the middle of the viewing pane.
Only afterwards can the machine be placed into operation.
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The oil in the gearboxes must be changed 200 hours after being filled for the first time, then
annually.
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Speed gear unit on page 70
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Feed gear on page 71
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Use the oil types recommended in the reference table
can be used to compare the characteristics of each different type of oil of your choice.
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The lubrication nipples must be lubricated every 8 hours using an oiler. Furthermore, it is
also recommended to lubricate the slide tracks of the machine bed once a day.
3.6

First commissioning

WARNING!
The first commissioning may only take place after proper installation.
There is a danger to persons and equipment, if the first commissioning carried out by
inexperienced personnel. We do not assume any liability for damages caused by
incorrectly performed commissioning.
ATTENTION!
Before initially operating the machine, check all screws, fixtures and/or safety devices
and tighten up the screws if necessary!
Version 1.1.6 - 2021-9-17
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Lubricant on page 102. This table
Translation of original instruction
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