Dake Corporation
1809 Industrial Park Dr.
Grand Haven, MI 49417
974315
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REV112019
MAINTENANCE
Before performing any maintenance ensure that the machine is LOCKED OUT and
unplugged.
Special maintenance operations must be carried out by skilled personnel. However, we advise
contacting DAKE. The term special maintenance also covers resetting of protection/safety
equipment and devices.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
DAILY MAINTENANCE
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Check/fill coolant.
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Check blade wear.
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Check functionality of safety shields.
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Make sure emergency stops are working properly.
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General cleaning and removal of accumulated material.
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Move head to the full upright position when not in use, helps avoid stress on the return
spring.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
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Sharpen blade.
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Clean blade housing.
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Make sure the gearbox is full of oil.
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Check power chord for any damage.
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Clean shavings from lubricant tank.
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Clean and grease the screw and sliding guide vise.
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Clean the filter of the pump suction head and the suction area.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
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Check tightness of the screws on the motor, pump, jaws, and safety guard.
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Check safety shields are not broken.
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Grease the head hinge pin.
SIX MONTH MAINTENANCE
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Change gear box oil.
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Flush coolant tank. This can be done by removing the tank cover on the back of the tank.
And remove the filter screen on the deck of the saw.
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Check all electrical components and connections in the electrical box. Saw vibration may
have loosened items wires or connections.
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Change the gearbox fluid. Drain all oil out and wipe down box and all gears before
refilling. Use 90 weight synthetic gear oil.
