Index MS16-6, Operating Instructions Manual

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AM055 - Cleaning of the machine
Orientation
To ensure consistent quality, high availability and value retention, the machine must
be regularly cleaned, depending on the operating conditions.
Of course, this is influenced by various factors. The use of emulsion as a cooling
lubricant requires a more frequent and intensive cleaning.
Compared to machining producing long chips, machining producing short chips
requires a considerably higher maintenance effort. Short chips, such as in the
machining of brass or cast iron, form chip accumulations or become deposited in
small cracks and corners. These positions must be cleaned regularly to avoid
damage to the respective components.
Areas such as rubber seals, sealing lips or wipers are particularly affected points.
Frequent cleaning of these areas is particularly important.
Requirement
Only the agents described in the documentation may be used for the
cleaning and after-treatment of the machine.
Example: Suitable tools – chip hooks and chip brush
Always use the proper tool to remove chips.
The following tools are required for cleaning:
- chip hooks,
- chip brushes,
- spray bottles of cleaners or cooling lubricant,
- a sufficient quantity of rags,
- oil to apply to all bare parts by spaying or by brushes.
When cleaning the chip conveyor, vacuum rotation filter and the
clean tank, be sure to clean also the corners of the respective
containers. Chips and sludge accumulate here, which, for example,
immediately contaminate the cooling lubricant when it is replaced.
Eventually, this may also lead to damage and thus to a failure of the
system.
Maintenance Summary - Care activities
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Maintenance Instructions
MS32-6.2
DIM012EN - 03.06.2020