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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on your lathe should be done at periodic intervals to ensure that the machine is in
good working order. Inspection and maintenance should be performed at least twice a year but
more often if the lathe receives constant use.
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Check daily for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately.
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Check that all nuts and bolts are properly tightened.
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On a weekly basis clean the machine and the area around it.
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Lubricate threaded components and sliding devices.
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Apply rust inhibitive lubricant to all non-painted surfaces.
Note: Proper maintenance can increase the life expectancy of your machine.
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Check all fasteners to make sure they are tight and check all adjustments that they are in
order.
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Clean and oil the lathe beds so that the headstock, tailstock and tool support base will
slide easily. Clean any rust spots that may develop on the bed with a commercial rust
remover.
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Use compressed air to blow out the interior of the headstock in order to keep chips and
sawdust from accumulating on the belts and pulleys.
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Clean out the Morse tapers on both the headstock and tailstock. Commercially available
cleaners may be acquired form local tool stores.
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Check the drive belt for tightness. It should be snug but not overly tight.
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Use a mill file to remove any nicks or dings from the tool rests.
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Clean and lubricate the tailstock ram and locking mechanism.
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.