model t23034 (mfg. since 6/10)
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SEcTION 5: MAINTENANcE
For optimum performance from your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any
specific instructions given in this section.
Daily check:
•
loose mounting bolts.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
Weekly Maintenance:
•
Clean machine.
•
lubricate gears.
•
lubricate bushings.
Schedule
Cleaning the model t23034 is relatively easy.
periodically wipe down the machine to remove
dust and oil. treat all unpainted cast iron and
steel with a non-staining lubricant after cleaning.
cleaning
protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on the
machine by wiping it clean after every use—this
ensures rust-promoting debris does not remain on
bare metal surfaces.
Keep the machine rust-free with regular applica-
tions of products like slipit
®
, or Boeshield
®
t-9
(see
Section 5: Accessories on Page 21 for
more details).
Unpainted cast Iron
Lubrication
lubricating the model t23034 consists of apply-
ing lubricant to the gears, adjustment screws, and
the roller bushings.
Grease Locations (figure 40)
remove the gear cover and apply a light coat of
multi-purpose grease on the gear teeth. turn the
crank to disperse the grease. Also apply grease
to the roller adjustment screws.
Oiling bushings (figure 41)
Apply several drops of sAe 30 or equivalent oil
from an oil can into the oil holes at both ends of
each roller. turn the crank several times to dis-
perse the oil. Wipe off excess oil.
figure 40.
Grease locations.
figure 41.
Oil locations.