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GearboxLubrication
The gearbox is located just behind the handwheel on the right side of the planer. The gearbox trans- fers power from the
To inspect the gearbox:
1.Loosen the socket head cap screw on the gearbox cover, and gently pull the cover off the roll pins that hold it in place.
2.Check the bolts that hold the sprockets in place. Inspect the drive chains to ensure that the retaining clips are in place. Replace the clips if necessary. See Figure 21.
Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated, simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced. DO NOT lubricate them.
The following is a list of features and parts that need lubrication:
Columns/Lead
Column |
Lead screw |
Figure 22. Columns and lead screws.
Figure 21. Gearbox.
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G0550/G0551 15" Planer |