Z-Axis Leadscrew
Oil Type | NLGI#2 Grease or Equivalent | |
Oil Amount | Thin Coat | |
Lubrication Frequency | 90 Days of Operation |
Using a 5mm hex wrench, remove the rear col- umn cover to access the
Leadscrew
Worm
Gear
Figure 52. Z-axis leadscrew and worm gear
exposed.
Use mineral spirits, shop rags, and a brush to clean away the old grease from the leadscrew threads and the worm gear teeth.
Use a brush to apply a thin coat of grease to the threads and teeth, then raise/lower the headstock several times to distribute the grease.
Note: Replace the rear column cover before re- connecting the machine to power.