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-if the paper is cut then the blade is riding too close
to the flange. Re-adjust.
6.4 Six-monthly maintenance
- Continuity test of the equipment potential
protection circuit. -if you notice that the blade is riding away from the
flange. Then re-adjust.
6.5 Maintenance of other machine parts
The worm drive gearbox mounted on the machine
is maintenance-free guaranteed by its manufacture.
WARNING: Always assemble blades having
dimensions specified in this manual and for which
the blade guide heads have been set; otherwise,
see chapter on "Description of the operating cycle"
in the section Starting-up.
6.6 Oils for lubricating coolant
Considering the vast range of products on the
market, the user can choose the one most suited to
their own requirements, using as reference the type
SHELL LUTEM OIL ECO. THE MINIMUM
PERCENTAGE OF OIL DILUTED IN WATER IS 8 -
10 %.
5.7 Replacing saw frame return spring
- When performing this operation it is necessary to
support saw arm using the lifting device.
- Replace the spring by loosening the upper
coupling rod and releasing it from the lower
tie-rod. 6.7 Oil disposal
The disposal of these products is controlled by strict
regulations. Please see the Chapter on "Machine
dimensions Transport - Installation"
in the
section on Dismantling.
6 ROUTINE AND SPECIAL
MAINTENANCE
THE MAINTENANCE JOBS ARE LISTED BELOW,
DIVIDED INTO DAILY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY AND
SIX-MONTHLY INTERVALS. IF THE
FOLLOWING OPERATIONS ARE NEGLECTED,
THE RESULT WILL BE PREMATURE WEAR OF
THE MACHINE AND POOR PERFORMANCE.
6.1 Daily maintenance
- General cleaning of the machine to remove
accumulated shavings.
- Clean the lubricating coolant drain hole to avoid
excess fluid.
- Top off the level of lubricating coolant.
- Check blade for wear.
- Rise of saw frame to top position and partial
slackening of the blade to avoid useless yield
stress.
- Check functionality of the shields and emergency
stops.
6.2 Weekly maintenance
- Thorough cleaning of the machine to remove
shavings, especially from the lubricant fluid tank.
- Removal of pump from its housing, cleaning of the
suction filter and suction zone.
- Clean the filter of the pump suction head and the
suction area.
- Use compressed air to clean the blade guides
(guide bearings and drain hole of the lubricating
cooling).
- Cleaning flywheel housings and blade sliding
surfaces on flywheels.
6.3 Monthly maintenance
- Check the tightening of the motor flywheel screws.
- Check that the blade guide bearings on the heads
are perfect running condition.
- Check the tightening of the screws of the gear
motor, pump, and accident protection guarding.
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6.8 Coolant system
P
N
Cleaning the tank
- Use hex wrench to open the drain plug to allow
the coolant to drain out.
- Remove the hose and filter (N).
- Remove the pump (P) by loosening the 2 set
screws.
- Use a vacuum cleaner to vacuum chips and
debris from the tank.
- Replace the drain plug. Thoroughly clean the
pump (P) and replace.
- Fill tank with coolant to a level about 25mm
below the filter.
- Replace the hose and filter.