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10.0 User-maintenance
Before any intervention on the machine, disconnect it from electrical supply by pulling out
plug or switching off main switch. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
10.1 Lubrication
The milling machine is equipped with an automatic lubrication system. The system lubricates lead screws and ways.
Oil cups and grease fittings on mill head provide lubrication for spindle bearings and back gear mechanism. Refer to
Figures 10-1 through 10-4 for lubrication requirements and access points.
Key
Description
A
Spindle bearing oil cup
Automatic lube system
B
(see also sect. 7.0)
Knee leadscrew grease
C
fitting
D
Back gear grease fitting
Figure 10-1
Figure 10-2
Recommended Lubricant
Mobil DTE Oil Light, or equivalent
Mobil Vactra Oil #2, or equivalent
Mobilith AW2, or equivalent
Mobilith AW1, or equivalent
Table 4: Lubrication Points
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Action
Service daily.
Check oil daily – add if required.
Service once each week.
Service weekly when operating in
back gear mode.
Figure 10-3
Figure 10-4
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