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.
•Damaged wheels.
•Worn or damaged, switch, cord, and plug.
•Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this power feeder.
Cleaning
Cleaning the Model G1095/G1096 is relatively easy. Frequently blow-off sawdust with com- pressed air. This is especially important for the internal working parts and motor. Dust build-up around the motor is a sure way to decrease its lifespan. If the wheels become loaded up with pitch, oil, or other residues, wipe them clean using a clean rag and a mild solvent. Avoid touching the plastic or paint with mineral spirits or you may damage the surfaces.
Lubrication
•To prevent surface rust and binding, periodically clean and oil all lock lever and leadscrew threads with a light machine oil.
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•Every 40 hours of use, or once every two weeks, wipe clean and lubricate the wheel grease fittings (Figure 15) with one pump of an automotive grade multipurpose grease. Do not get any grease on the rubber wheels.
Grease
Fitting
Figure 15. Wheel lubrication.
•After the first month or 200 hours of use, change the gearbox oil with 5.1 fluid ounces of an automotive grade 80-90W gear oil. To drain the unit, remove the fill plug labeled "OIL" (Figure 16) and invert the power feed- er. For the remaining life of the power feeder, change the oil every 6 months or 1000 hours of use.
•To prevent rust and binding, paint the sprock- ets, chain, and change gears (Figure 16) with a light film of an automotive grade multi- purpose grease.
Oil Fill
Port
SprocketChain
Change
Gears
Figure 16. Lubrication locations.
Model G1095/G1096 1-HP Power Feeder
