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Model M1112 (For Machines Mfd. Since 12/20)
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Before every use, check for loose mounting bolts, chuck
mounting, safety feature operation, worn or damaged
electrical cords, and any other condition that could
hamper the safe operation of this machine.
Take the time to wipe down and oil your lathe after use.
Do not leave metal chips and cutting fluid on the ways.
We recommend using a good quality way oil.
General Cleaning
General Maintenance
General Lubrication
Saddle
Apply lubrication to the saddle (
Figure 54
) through the
two ball fittings on the top face of the saddle and one
near the saddle handwheel. Make sure the apron oil level
is
3
⁄
4
full as seen in the through the sight glass. Change
the oil for the first time after one month of operation,
and then at six month intervals. We recommend using
Mobil Vactra 2 Oil or an ISO 68 equivalent. The apron
reservoir holds 1 pint of oil.
Cross-Slide and Compound Slide
The ball oilers on the slides (
Figure 54
) should be oiled
the same as the saddle.
Headstock
The oil in the headstock should be changed immediately
after break-in. Then every six months, depending
on usage. Change the headstock and apron oil more
frequently if extreme machine use is common. We
recommend using Mobil DTE Light or an ISO 32 equivalent.
The headstock reservoir holds 3
1
⁄
2
quarts of oil.
Quick Change Gearbox
Lubrication for the gearbox (
Figure 56
) is provided
through two oil points labeled "Oil Nipple." Add a squirt or
two of oil after every three-to-four hours of use.
MAINTENANCE
Figure
56
.
Quick change gearbox
lubrication.
Oil Ports
Figure
54
.
Saddle, compound, and cross-
slide lubrication.
Figure
55
.
Headstock lubrication.
Oil Port
Headstock Drain Plug
