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Drain oil completely and refill after the first
three months of operation. Then, change oil
in the apron annually. Pull knob (C, Figure
5) on the one-shot lube system and hold for
several seconds to allow oil to fill the pump.
When the knob is released, oil will flow
through various oil lines to lubricate the
ways and cross slide surface. Perform this
twice daily or as needed. When the oil level
is below the indicator mark, oil must be
added.
4. Leadscrew and Feed Rod – Lubricate two
ball oilers on the right side bracket (A,
Figure 6) with 30W machine oil daily.
5. Saddle – Daily lubricate ball oiler (A, Figure
7) on handwheel shaft with Mobil DTE® Oil
Heavy Medium.
6. Compound Rest – Daily lubricate two ball
oilers (B, Figure 7) on top of compound slide
with Mobil DTE® Oil Heavy Medium.
7. Cross Slide – Daily lubricate one ball oiler
(C, Figure 7) with Mobil DTE® Oil Heavy
Medium.
8. Tailstock – Daily lubricate one ball oiler (A,
Figure 8) on top of tailstock with Mobil
DTE® Oil Heavy Medium.
Coolant Preparation
Follow coolant manu-
facturer’s recommendations for use, care
and disposal.
1. Remove access cover on tailstock end at
the rear base of the lathe. Make sure
coolant pump has not shifted during
transport.
2. Pour four gallons (approximate) of coolant
mix into the chip pan.
3. After machine has been connected to
power, turn on coolant pump and check to
see that coolant is cycling properly.
4. Replace access cover.
Electrical Connections
Electrical connections must
be made by a qualified electrician in
compliance with all relevant codes. This
machine must be properly grounded while in
use to help protect the operator from
electrical shock and possible fatal injury.
Figure 6
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