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V100T/July 2020/V1.1
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Tool lubrication
MACHINE IN UPRIGHT DRILLING POSITION
In order to use the lubrication system, the tank must be filled with a cutting fluid or oil
1)
Make sure the flow regulator is closed.
2)
Unscrew the fluid reservoir cap.
3)
Fill the fluid reservoir with cutting fluid or oil. (before fitting to the machine)
4)
Replace and secure the cap.
5)
Adjust the fluid flow as required using the flow regulator
6)
Add more cutting fluid if the shavings (metal chips) become blue.
VERTICAL AND OVERHEAD DRILLING POSITION
Apply cutting paste or an appropriate lubrication spray.
WARNING:
Do not use the lubrication system in vertical or overhead drilling applications.
Cutting fluid should not be allowed to enter the motor housing of the machine.
Instead use HMT Cutting Paste / HMT AeroPaste Spray Lubricant.
Make sure to use only suitable cutting oil or fluid. HMT offers a wide range of cutting lubricants for
all tool and material combinations. Proper cooling will help you create better results faster, whilst
extending the lifetime of your tools.
