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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Daily Maintenance
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Do a general cleaning by removing dust and metal chips from the machine.
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Clean the blade brush.
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Inspect the saw blade for wear.
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Check that the blade guards and emergency stop button are in good working order.
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If you did blade welding, clean the clamping pads.
Weekly Maintenance
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Thoroughly clean the machine.
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Remove chips from inside the guard housing for the saw blade.
Note: When cleaning chips and debris from the machine, use a brush and a shop
vacuum. DO NOT blow off the machine with compressed air. The force of the compressed air
may force chips into critical mechanisms or may inflict injury to yourself or others.
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Use compressed air to clean the blade guides.
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Inspect the grinding wheel for wear.
Monthly Maintenance
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Check the blade guides and blade support for wear. (rotate or replace if necessary)
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Tighten any loose bolts, nuts, or screws on the machine.
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Re-grease the drive bearings.
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Inspect the blade brush for wear. (Adjust or replace)
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Grease the pivot of the blade shear.
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Wipe shafts and threaded rods with a light lubricant.
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Inspect the V-belts for wear (every 3 months)
Note: Proper maintenance can increase the life expectancy of your machine.
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.
Summary of Contents for BSV-24VS
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