Grizzly MODEL G0765 owner manual Lubrication Frequency, Ball Oilers

Lubrication

The lathe has metal-to-metal sliding surfaces that require regular lubrication to maintain smooth movement and ensure long-lasting operation.

Other than the lubrication points covered in this section, all other bearings are internally lubricated and sealed at the factory. Simply leave them alone unless they need to be replaced.

Before performing any lubrication task,

DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!

We recommend using Model SB1365 Way Oil or equivalent (see Page 49) for most of the lubrica- tion tasks.

Lubrication Frequency

Lubrication Task	Frequency	Page
		Ref.
Ball Oilers	Daily	This
		Page
Leadscrew & Carriage	Daily	52
Rack
Bedways	Daily	52
Cross Slide & Compound	Daily	52
Slide
Change Gear Bushing	Annually	53
Tumbler Gears	Annually	53

NOTICE

The recommended lubrication is based on light-to-medium usage. Keeping in mind that lubrication helps to protect the value and operation of the lathe, these lubrication tasks may need to be performed more fre- quently than recommended here, depend- ing on usage.

Failure to follow reasonable lubrication practices as instructed in this manual could lead to premature failure of lathe compo- nents and will void the warranty.

Model G0765 (Mfd. Since 12/13)

Items Needed		Qty
Clean Rag	As Needed
Mineral Spirits	As Needed
Stiff Brush		1
Wrench 4mm		1
Pump-Type Oil Can w/Plastic Cone Tip		............. 1
Ball Oilers
Oil Type	ISO 32 or Equivalent
Amount	1 or 2 Squirts/Fill
Lubrication Frequency		Daily

This lathe has four ball oilers that should be oiled on a daily basis before beginning operation.

Proper lubrication of ball oilers is done with a pump-type oil can that has a plastic or rubber- ized cone tip. We do not recommend using metal needle or lance tips, as they can push the ball too far into the oiler, break the spring seat, and lodge the ball in the oil galley.

Lubricate the ball oilers before and after machine use, and more frequently under heavy use. When lubricating ball oilers, first clean the outside sur- face to remove any dust or grime. Push the tip of the oil can nozzle against the ball oiler to create a hydraulic seal, then pump the oil can once or twice. If you see sludge and contaminants coming out of the lubrication area, keep pumping the oil can until the oil runs clear. When finished, wipe away any excess oil.

Refer to Figure 75 to identify the location of each ball oiler.

Ball Oilers

Figure 75. Ball oilers.

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