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13" Heavy 13
Gearhead Lathe
®
Cleaning & Protecting
The unpainted surfaces are coated at the factory
with a heavy-duty rust preventative that
prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.
The benefit of this rust preventative is that it
works very well. The downside is that it can be
time-consuming to thoroughly remove.
Be patient and do a careful job when cleaning
and removing the rust preventative. The time
you spend doing this will reward you with
smooth-sliding parts and a better appreciation
for the proper care of the unpainted surfaces.
Although there are many ways to successfully
remove the rust preventative, the following
process works well in most situations.
Before cleaning, gather the following:
•
Disposable rags
•
Cleaner/degreaser (certain citrus-based
degreasers work extremely well and they
have non-toxic fumes)
•
Safety glasses & disposable gloves
Note: Automotive degreasers, mineral spirits, or
WD•40 can be used to remove rust preventative.
Before using these products, though, test them
on an inconspicuous area of a painted surface to
make sure they will not damage it.
Gasoline and petroleum
products have low flash
points and can explode
G A
S
or cause fire if used for
cleaning. Avoid using these
products to remove rust
preventative.
Many cleaning solvents are
toxic if inhaled. Minimize
your risk by only using
these products in a well
ventilated area.
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P R E P A R A T I O N
Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as
acetone or brake parts cleaner that may
damage painted surfaces. Always follow the
manufacturer's instructions when using any
type of cleaning product.
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:
Put on safety glasses and disposable gloves.
1.
Coat all surfaces that have rust preventative
2.
with a liberal amount of your cleaner or
degreaser and let them soak for a few
minutes.
Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner or
3.
degreaser is effective, the rust preventative
will wipe off easily.
Note: To clean off thick coats of rust preventative
on flat surfaces, such as beds or tables, use
a PLASTIC paint scraper to scrape off the
majority of the coating before wiping it off
with your rag. (Do not use a metal scraper or
it may scratch the surface.)
Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,
4.
then coat all unpainted surfaces with a
quality metal protectant or light oil to
prevent rust.
Remove the end gear cover and end gears,
and use a stiff brush with mineral spirits
to clean the rust preventative from the
gears and shafts. DO NOT get any cleaner
or rust preventative on the V-belts, as it
could damage them or make them slip
during operations. If the belts do become
contaminated, replace them.
For Machines Mfg. Since 5/11
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