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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Daily Maintenance
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Check daily for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately.
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Check that all nuts and bolts are properly tightened.
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Do a general cleaning by removing dust and metal chips from the machine.
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Top off the coolant tank. (80% of full tank capacity)
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Inspect the disk/saw blade for wear.
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Check that the blade guard, shields, and emergency stops are in good working order.
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When through using machine, raise the head to reduce stress on the return spring.
Weekly Maintenance
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Clean the machine including the coolant tank and the area around it.
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Lubricate threaded components and sliding devices.
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Clean and grease the vise screw and sliding surfaces.
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Clean the guard housing for the disk/saw blade.
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Apply rust inhibitive lubricant to all non-painted surfaces.
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Sharpen the saw teeth.
Monthly Maintenance
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Thoroughly clean the machine including the coolant tank.
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Check that all screws on the motor, the pump, the vise jaws, and the guard are tight and
secure.
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Check that the saw guard is operating properly.
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Use an EP90 or similar oil to lubricate the saw head pivot and the saw miter pivot.
WARNING:
Make sure the electrical disconnect is OFF before working on
the machine.
Maintenance should be performed on a regular basis by qualified personnel.
Always follow proper safety precautions when working on or around any machinery.
