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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK TMC Mills with ProtoTRAK RMX CNC Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service & Parts List
8.4
12K Maintenance and Adding Oil
Other than routine checking for leaks or replacing damaged spindle cooler oil lines, the only maintenance
is to change or add oil. There is a drain plug at the bottom of the front panel and a gauge showing the
internal oil level as shown in figure 8.4, the Kaukan pump mounted on the rear of the mill. It is simple to
remove the drain plug to remove the old oil and reattach the drain plug. You will need to remove the top
cover in order to add oil, refer to figure 8.1b to see the oil supply tank and where to add oil.
Because of the system design, some of the oil supply hoses are above the level of the pump, so when
turned off some oil will drain back to the pump. Add oil carefully and when you have filled the supply
tank to about ¾ capacity, replace the cap and operate the pump. Add oil until the gauge level shows
close to the black and red indicator at the top of the gauge while operating. There is space in the tank to
allow for some oil to return to the pump when the pump is not operational.
Figure 8.4
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Kaukan Front Panel
8.4.1
Oil Type and System Maintenance Intervals
TRAK recommended oil: Quality ISO 32 oil, Anti-Wear additive.
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Weekly service is to check oil level and inspect for leaks.
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Monthly service is to clean air filter and blow out heat exchanger.
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Annual service to change the circulation oil.
