Every six months, or more frequently under heavy use, we recommend that you clean and lubricate the leadscrews and vertical handwheel gears with a light machine oil and
Tools Needed: |
| Qty |
Hex Wrench 3, 4mm. | ......................................... | 1 |
1 | ||
Paint Brush for Grease Application | 1 | |
Oil Bottle of | 1 | |
1 | ||
Mineral Spirits | As needed for cleaning | |
Shop Rags | As needed for cleaning |
To lubricate the leadscrews:
1.DISCONNECT MILL/DRILL FROM POWER!
2.Lower the headstock as far as you can with- out the spindle contacting the table surface.
3.Use mineral spirits and a brush to clean as much of the existing grease and debris as possible off of the vertical leadscrew shown in Figure 47. Allow leadscrew to dry.