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Shapeoko HDM Maintenance
Recommended Oil
We only recommend using Mobile Vactra No 2 oil on linear rails, ball bearing carriages (AKA guides or carriages),
and ball screws. It should NOT be used on any other parts of the machine.
Follow the safety guidelines provided with the oil. Wear gloves and safety glasses.
Linear Rail and Ball Bearing Carriage Maintenance
Our linear rails and guides are rated for tens of thousands of hours of use. To keep them in optimal condition, we
recommend the following:
General Maintenance
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We recommend vacuuming or brushing out the Y-axes daily.
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After every use, wipe down the linear rails and guides with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth to remove any
dust or debris.
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We do not recommend using compressed air on the linear rails and guides.
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Never use water-based products on the linear rails and guides.
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Rub a small amount of the recommended oil on the linear rails using a lint-free cloth. Be sure to clean off
any excess.
Lubricating the Axes
Maintenance intervals will vary according to use, but we recommend every 3
–
6 months (or more frequently
depending on use) lubricating the linear rails, carriages and ball screws. Everything is rubber sealed with dust
wipers but additional oiling will keep the linear rails in top condition.
To lubricate an axis:
1.
Remove the two Y-Axis inside covers.
2.
Move the axis to be lubricated to one end of its travel, e.g. all the way to the top (Z-Axis), back (Y-Axis),
or left (X-Axis).
3.
Fill a large-bore plastic syringe with Mobile Vactra No. 2 oil.
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