For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11 | M A I N T E N A N C E |
Adding Fluid
1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.Remove the vented cover and slide the tank out, as shown in Figure 119.
Pump
Tank
Figure 119. Coolant tank and pump.
3.Pour coolant into the tank until it is nearly full.
4.Slide the tank back into the cabinet and replace the vented cover.
Changing Coolant
When you replace the old coolant, take the time to thoroughly clean out the chip drawer, catch tray, and fluid tank. The entire job only takes about a 1⁄2 hour when you are prepared with the proper materials and tools. Make sure to dispose of old fluid according to federal, state, and fluid manufacturer's requirements.
Items Needed: |
| Qty |
Safety Wear ......See Hazards section on Page 72 | ||
New Coolant | 3 Gallons | |
Empty | 2 | |
Phillips Screwdriver #2 | 1 | |
Wrench 3⁄4" | 1 | |
Disposable Shop Rags | As Needed | |
Hose or Tubing 5⁄8" x 60" (Optional) | 1 Piece | |
Magnets (Optional) | As Many As Desired | |
To change the coolant:
1.Position the coolant nozzle over the splash guard so that it is pointing behind the lathe. If you have the optional hose, connect it to the end of the nozzle now.
2.Place the
3.Turn the coolant pump ON and pump the old fluid out of the reservoir. Turn the pump OFF immediately after the fluid stops flowing.
Running the coolant pump without adequate fluid in the tank may permanently damage it, which will not be covered under warranty.
4.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
5.Remove the vented cover and slide the tank out.
6.To enable the remaining fluid to be poured out in the next step, disconnect the fluid hose from the pump (see Figure 120).
Note: The electrical conduit was purposely left long, so the tank can be removed and dumped out without disconnecting wires from the pump.
Fluid Hose
Disconnect
Here
