Hardinge Bridgeport EZ Vision, Installation, Maintenance, And Parts Manual

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SEMI-ANNUALLY
Check the Pneumatic Regulator System Bowl
Check the pneumatic regulator system bowl. Fill the lubricator bowl if necessary.
When the level drops below the EMPTY line, fill to FULL with Mobil
®
DTE Light oil.
1. Shut OFF the air pressure.
2. Remove the screw from the fill hole at the left rear of the lubricator.
3. Fill the bowl to the FULL line. Do not overfill.
4. Replace the fill hole screw.
Drain and Clean the Pneumatic Filter Bowls
The bowls should be cleaned a minimum of twice a year. Clean the bowls more fre-
quently if contaminant build-up is severe.
- WARNING -
DO NOT use soap. Use only warm water to clean the filter bowls. Using soap,
solvent, or chemicals may weaken the bowl and cause it to burst, resulting in
serious personal injury.
To drain and clean the bowls:
1. Put a dry rag under the regulator to catch the drips.
2. Drain the filter bowls by pressing up on the drain valves.
3. Turn the air supply to the machine OFF.
4. Gently unscrew both bowls.
5. Rinse the filter bowls with WARM WATER only.
6. Replace the bowls.
7. Fill the lubricator with Mobil DTE Light oil.
8. Turn the air supply to the machine ON.
Check the Spindle Motor for Dirt
The spindle motor can become overheated if excessive grease and dirt are allowed to
build up.
1. Remove spindle motor hood.
2. Inspect the motor for dirt.
3. Wipe the motor with a rag and remove as much of the build-up as possible.
4. Replace the hood.
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