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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
: To avoid accidents, make sure the power switch is in the OFF position and unplug the tool
from the electrical outlet before cleaning or performing any maintenance. Servicing of the tool must be
performed by a qualified technician.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. Before each use, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:
• Loose hardware,
• Misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• Damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• Cracked or broken parts, and
• Any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
2. After every use, wipe the tool with a soft cloth. Do not let water enter the tool. Clean the worktable and apply a
small amount of general purpose machine oil to protect the worktable.
3. Keep the top ventilation openings free from dust and debris to prevent the motor from overheating.
4. Store the tool in a clean and dry place away from the reach of children.
CUTTER & TAPER SHANK MAINTENANCE
Use a rag to protect your hands while handling or installing the cutter to prevent injuries. Keep the taper shank
and cutter shank clean. Always use sharp cutters; do not use if the cutter is dull or damaged. Store the cutter and
holder in a wooden or plastic box after use to maintain its condition.
LUBRICATION
To ensure smooth operation and precision of the machine, keep the moving contact surfaces lubricated. Fill the
included oil bottle with lubricating oil ISO 68 or SAE 20W non-detergent oil, and inject the oil onto the contact
surfaces before operation.
• Base and saddle slide face
• Saddle and worktable slide face
• Column and bevel center slide face
• Column and headstock slide face.
Then, apply light-weight lithium based lubricating grease onto the following parts.
• X-Axis feeding leadscrew (saddle)
• Y-axis feeding leadscrew (worktable)
• Z-axis feeding gear rack (column)