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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Daily Maintenance
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Do a general cleaning by removing dust and chips from the machine.
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Check and tighten any loose mounting bolts.
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Sharpen or replace any worn or damaged tooling.
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Lubricate the quill gearing.
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Inspect the power plug and cord.
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Keep area around machine clear of debris.
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Check for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately.
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Check that all nuts and bolts are properly tightened.
Note:
When cleaning chips and debris from the machine, use a brush and a shop
vacuum.
DO NOT
blow off the machine with compressed air. The force of the compressed air
may force chips into critical mechanisms or may inflict injury to yourself or others.
Weekly Maintenance
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Lubricate threaded components and sliding devices.
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Apply rust inhibitive lubricant to all non-painted surfaces.
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Clean the machine and the area around it.
Note: The non-painted surfaces on the drill press should be protected against rust
and pitting. Wiping the machine clean after every use ensures that dust will not trap moisture
against bare metal surfaces.
Monthly Maintenance
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Check that all screws and bolts are tight and secure.
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Wipe built up grime from with a rag and a mild solvent.
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Check for worn or damaged electrical cables.
WARNING:
Make sure the electrical disconnect is OFF before working on
the machine.
Maintenance should be performed on a regular basis by qualified personnel.
Always follow proper safety precautions when working on or around any machinery.
