Grizzly G1037 instruction manual Maintenance, GeneralLubrication

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE

GeneralLubrication

Build-up of sawdust and other debris can cause your machine to plane and mould inaccurately. Periodic cleaning and waxing is not only recom- mended, but mandatory for precision planing and moulding.

1.Close-fitting parts, such as gibs and the plan- er cutterhead slots should also be wiped with an oily cloth and freed from clinging foreign matter and then replaced in their respective positions. Do not soak these parts in oil.

2.Occasional use of paste wax on the bed will prevent rust and reduce friction to ease feed- ing. However, too much paste wax will rub off onto the planed wood and prevent proper staining and finishing. Do not use silicone based lubricants or polishes. They will create ''fisheyes'' in any subsequent finish that is applied.

3.Remove resin and other accumulations from feed rollers and the bed with a nonflammable solvent such as a saw cleaner.

4.Periodically check all the chains and sprock- ets for wear. When worn, replace as a set.

1.The recommended lubrication for roller chains used in medium to slow speed operation is to simply wipe the chain clean. When there is an appreciable build-up of dust, dirt or wood shavings, use an oil cloth but never pour the oil directly on the chain. Over-oiling defeats the purpose of lubrication, since it simply tends to hasten the collection of dust, shav- ing, etc., and works into members of the chain. This hastens wear and leads to prema- ture replacement. This applies to the speed reduction and height adjustment chains as well.

2.The bearings on the cutterhead are factory lubricated and sealed. They require no further attention.

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