7.
MAINTAINING THE BRICKSAW
CLEANING
1.
The reservoir trays to be cleaned at least once a day with clean water (twice a day during
heavy use) as accumulated waste is abrasive. The drain hole is located at the bottom of
tray at rear which has a removable rubber plug.
2.
Clean and grease all moving parts once a day.
3.
Bearings should be cleaned with grease or equivalent once a day.
BELT TENSION
1.
Always keep drive belts tight. To attain the right tension. Loosen the four bolts that
secure the motor to frame. Adjust the tension and belt alignment by tightening.
NOTE:
The belts have been properly tensioned at manufacturing process.
2.
When changing belts, use a v-belt tester to ensure correct v-belt setting.
3.
Apply load at the centre of belt span. Deflection should be 8mm for 1-1.5kg load.
4.
Regularly check belts for wear or cracking.
8.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
DAILY
•
The reservoir tray
to be cleaned with clean water (twice a day during heavy
use)
•
Clean all moving parts
MONTHLY
•
Check drive v-belts for tension and/or wear
•
Check and grease all bearings
•
Check bearings on Sliding Tray
SLIDING
TRAY
•
Check tray runner bearings for loose or sideways movement
•
Worn bearings will reduce cutting accuracy and safety
