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 switch.
•Worn or damaged cords or plugs.
•Damaged
•Any other unsafe condition.
DO NOT attempt to investigate or adjust any features of the machine while it is run- ning. Wait until the machine is turned OFF, unplugged, and all working parts have come to a rest before you do anything!
Cleaning
Cleaning the Model G0459/G0459P is relatively easy. From time to time, vacuum wood dust off of the internal components, especially the motor.
Model G0459/G0459P (Mfg. 7/11+)
Lubrication
An essential part of lubrication is cleaning the components before lubricating them.
This step is critical because dust and chips build up on lubricated components, which makes them hard to move. Simply adding more grease to built- up grime will not result in smooth moving parts.
DISCONNECT POWER TO SANDER BEFORE PERFORMING LUBRICATION!
Chain
Clean the chain with mineral spirits and a brush or rag, then apply light machine oil to the chain. Turn the hand crank to move the conveyor up or down to distribute the oil. Do not apply too much oil, as it will attract dirt and sawdust and will clog the chain mechanism.
Table Lift
Screw
Chain
Figure 21. Chain and table lift screws lubrication
locations.
Table Lift Screws
These should be lubricated with lithium grease every six months.
Use mineral spirits and a stiff brush to clean the table lift screws (Figure 21), then paint lithium grease onto the threads. Move the table up or down to spread the grease thoroughly over the threads.