Adding Coolant |
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Items Needed: |
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Safety Wear | See Hazards on Page 72 | |
New Coolant | 5 Gallons | |
Slotted Screwdriver #2 | 1 | |
Disposable Shop Rags | As Needed | |
To add coolant: |
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1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.Remove the access cover from the side of the right stand, then slide the tank out, as shown in Figure 125.
Fluid Pump
Hose
Ground
Wire
Cord
Tank
Figure 125. Coolant tank and pump.
3.Pour coolant into the tank until it is approxi- mately 1" from the top.
4.slide the tank back into the cabinet and replace the access cover.
Changing Coolant
When you replace the old coolant, take the time to thoroughly clean out the chip drawer and fluid tank. The entire job only takes about a 1⁄2 hour when you are prepared with the proper materi- als and tools. Make sure to dispose of old fluid according to federal, state, and fluid manufac- turer's requirements.
Items Needed: |
| Qty |
Safety Wear | See Hazards on Page 72 | |
New Coolant | 5 Gallons | |
Empty | ........................... 2 | |
Slotted Screwdriver #2 | 1 | |
Disposable Shop Rags | As Needed | |
Magnets (Optional) | As Many As Desired | |
To change the coolant:
1.Position the coolant nozzle over the back of the back splash so that it is pointing behind the lathe.
2.place the
3.turn the coolant pump ON and pump the old fluid out of the reservoir. Turn the pump OFF immediately after the fluid stops flowing.
Running the coolant pump longer than necessary for this procedure without adequate fluid in the tank may permanently damage it, which will not be covered under warranty.
4.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
5.remove the access cover from the side of the right stand, then slide the tank out.
Note: The fluid hose, pump cord, and ground wire (see Figure 125) were purposely left long, so the tank can be removed and dumped out without disconnecting them from the tank. However, the drain tube (see Figure 124 on Page 72) may come out of the tank when you empty it.
6.pour the remaining coolant into the
7.Clean all the sludge out of the bottom of the tank and then flush it clean. Use the second bucket to hold the waste and make sure to seal the lid closed when done.
Dispose of the old coolant and swarf accord- ing to federal, state, and fluid manufacturer's requirements.
Model G0746/G0749 (Mfg. Since 3/13) |