For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09 | M A I N T E N A N C E | Model SB1016/SB1036 |
8.Pour out the remaining cutting fluid from the tank into the
9.Lift and slide the tank out far enough for cleaning.
10.Using mineral spirits and rags, clean and dry the tank. If a water soluble cutting fluid was used, use soap and hot water instead of mineral spirits.
Tip: Leave one or more strong magnets at the bottom of the tank to collect fine metal particles from the cutting fluid.
11.Reinstall the tank and cover.
12.Mix the new cutting fluid to the required specific gravity as specified by the cutting fluid manufacturer.
13.Pour 61⁄2 gallons of cutting fluid into the chip drawer.
14.CONNECT LATHE TO POWER.
15.Point the cutting fluid nozzle into the chip drawer and open the valve.
16.Turn the cutting fluid pump ON to verify that fluid cycles properly, then turn it OFF.
Cleaning Electrical Box
The electrical box has two cooling fans (Figure 134) for the electrical box. The lower fan draws in cool air and the upper fan exhausts warm air. Frequently verify that the cooling fans work and the blades are free of debris and dust that can cause the fans to run out of balance. An overheated electrical box could result in damage to the electrical components inside of the box.
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Figure 134. Electrical box cooling fans.
To clean the fans and electrical box:
1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.Put on a dust mask and safety goggles.
3.Open the electrical box door.
4.Holding an air gun nozzle 24" away from the electrical components, blow dust off of the components and out of the box.
5.Close electrical box door and verify fan operation.
