Maintenance - Kentucky PD1000 Instruction Manual

8. Maintenance

Safety Instructions
Danger!
Danger caused by devices on top of the roller table.
Personal injury possiblity such as bruise etc.
It is not allowed to put any parts or devices on the roller table.
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Only the part to be worked with can be on top of the roller table located
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only between machine and gauge arm, never on the other side.
Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance actions as described in this document should only be done by
authorized and trained personal that have become familiar with the Kentucky
Gauge equipment. Any questions or inquiries should be directed to our factory
technical department at 270-683-3500 ext.114.
Lubricants and Detergents
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Do not use acids or alkaline solutions
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Do not use high pressure water jet cleaners
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Use a light machine oil (i.e. "3 in 1" oil ) where lubricating is needed
Maintenance items and frequency schedule
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Prior to any maintenance of the Kentucky Gauge or accessories,
please ensure the machine is powered off by turning the power
button to the "off" position on the rear side of the controller housing
Cleaning the roller table
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Remove chips and grease and any items that would be deemed in
the pathway of, or causing an unwanted obstruction of, the gauge
arm / carriage. This should be done several times per day when the
machine is in use.
Cleaning the magnetic tape (under side of the guide rail)
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Remove chips and grease on the magnetic tape and between reader
head and tape. This should be checked on a monthly basis to
ensure there is no development of debris or obstruction. If heavy
chip or debris accumulation occurs, increase frequency to
accommodate suitable maintenance measures. The sensor to scale
gap should be within the range of 0.1mm to 2.0mm
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