Ironwood DBR50, User Manual

Ironwood DBR50  |  User Manual

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8.0 Maintenance

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Before performing any type of maintenance or adjustments, make 
certain that the machine is disconnected from its power and air 
source and completely shut off.

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Never operate the machine until it has been properly lubricated and 
all necessary maintenance work has been completed. 

NOTE: After changing a setting, making an adjustment, performing 
repair/maintenance work, or troubleshooting, please check that all 
applicable safety functions are working properly before performing 
another operation. 

Clean all machine parts and surrounding areas daily. 

Keep a maintenance record and perform recommended 
maintenance checks.

8.1 Lubrication 

Weekly, clean and lightly oil the drill head guide bars and the 
positioning screw of the rear boring head carriage using an ISO 
VG32 oil. 

Every 1,000 hours of machine operation, lubricate the boring head 
using a grease gun and a non-melting moly grease. Apply no more 
than 6 grease-gun strokes.

Lubrication point 
for boring head

Guide bars

Spindle bearings are permanently lubricated and require no further 
lubrication.

Spindle bearings may purge grease during the first 20 hours 
of operation. Wipe away any excess grease before starting the 
machine.

Pneumatic System

A

E

B

D

C

Periodically fill the oil reservoir (B) with pneumatic oil. Use high-
quality pneumatic oil such as VG32 or other approved lubricant. 

Drain and refill oil if there is condensation inside the reservoir (C). To 
drain, press the knob (D).

NOTE: Reduced air flow can cause lack of lubrication. Be sure air 
flow is properly adjusted to avoid mechanical damage from lack of 
lubrication.

8.2 Cleaning

Blow dust from the machine frequently to avoid buildup of waste 
material, dust and other debris.

8.3 Inspection

Feature

Interval/Situation

Boring head and bits

Every use

Emergency stop

Everyday – by functional test

Pneumatic system

Every day

Electrical cabinet/system

Monthly: wiring terminals loose, insulation 
deterioration, vacuum dust