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/Maintenance:
•Tighten loose gib bolts.
•Damaged planing or moulding knives.
•Worn or damaged wires.
•Any other unsafe condition.
Weekly Maintenance:
•Check/adjust chain tension.
•Clean the four headstock columns.
•Clean cutterhead.
Monthly Check/Maintenance:
•Inspect for
•Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi- net and off motor.
•Inspect all chains, sprockets, and gears and lubricate as necessary.
Cleaning
Cleaning the Model G0477 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
Unpainted Metal
Protect the unpainted metal surfaces on the table by wiping the table clean after every
Keep tables
Lubrication
All motor and cutterhead bearings are sealed and need no lubrication for the life of the machine. Lubricate all chains and gears with a general pur- pose grease when needed.
Anti-Kickback Fingers
The Model G0477 provides an
Do not apply oil or other lubricants to the anti- kickback fingers. Oil or grease will attract dust, restricting the free movement of the fingers.
Proper operation of the