SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury.
Schedule
For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section.
Daily Check:
•Loose mounting bolts.
•Worn or damaged wires.
•Worn switch
•Any other unsafe condition.
Monthly Check:
•Belt tension, damage, or wear.
•Clean/vacuum dust buildup off of motor.
Cleaning
Cleaning the Model G0657/G0658 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it. Treat all unpainted cast iron and steel with a
G0657/G0658 Benchtop Lathe
Unpainted Cast Iron
Protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on the lathe by wiping them clean after every
Keep the bed
Lubrication
Lubricate the locations shown in Figure 46 with light machine oil or G96® Gun Treatment.