Maintenance, General, Lubrication, Belt, Schedule

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE

Disconnect power to the machine when perform- ing any adjustments or maintenance. Failure to do this may result in seri- ous personal injury.

General

Regular periodic maintenance on your Model G8621 Shaper ensures its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your shaper each time you use it.

Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary.

1.Loose mounting bolts.

2.Worn switch.

3.Worn or damaged cords and plugs.

4.Damaged V-belt.

5.Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine.

Table

Tables can be kept rust-free with regular applica- tions of products like Boeshield® T-9. For long term storage you may want to consider products like Kleen Bore's Rust Guardit™.

Lubrication

The only parts on this machine that require peri- odic lubrication are the ways where the cartridge slide rides on the elevation housing and where the worm gear and bushing are located. Use a light grease or anti-seizing compound on the ways and worm gear, and give the shaft mount a shot of light oil.

V-Belt

Avoid getting grease or oil on the V-belt or pul- leys. Check the V-belt, as part of a monthly inspection for proper tension and belt condition. Cracking and glazing could result in belt failure. Replace the belt if such conditions appear.

Schedule

Regularly blow out air vents with compressed air and keep the exhaust port clear. Always wear a dust mask during this operation.

For every 1 hour of use, clean and wipe down with Boeshield™ T-9:

•Table and miter gauge slide

•Fence faces

For every 5 hours of use, clean and oil:

•Spindle column and cartridge

•Offset adjustment mechanisms on fence

•All worm drive and other gears

Once a year, replace the V-belt.




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