Maintenance schedule cleaning & protecting – Southbend South Bend 16 SPEED GEARHEAD LATHE SB1053 User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11

16-Speed Gearhead Lathe

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M A I N T E N A N C E

Always disconnect power
to the machine before
performing maintenance.
Failure to do this may
result in electrocution or
accidental startup injury.

Maintenance Schedule

Cleaning & Protecting

Regular cleaning is one of the most important
steps in taking care of this lathe. We recommend
that the cleaning routine be planned into the
workflow schedule, so that adequate time is set
aside to do the job right.

Typically, the easiest way to clean swarf from
the bed ways and chip drawer is to use a wet/dry
shop vacuum that is dedicated for this purpose
only. The small chips left over after vacuuming
can be wiped up with a slightly oiled rag. Avoid
using compressed air to blow off chips, as it may
drive them deeper into moving surfaces and
could cause sharp chips to fly into your face or
hands.

Besides the ways, all other unpainted and
machined surfaces should be wiped down daily
to keep them rust-free and in top condition. This
includes any surface that is vulnerable to rust
if left unprotected (especially any parts that are
exposed to water-soluble coolant). Typically,
a thin ﬁlm of oil is all that is necessary for
protection.

Each operator of this machine is responsible
for ensuring proper care of the equipment. We
strongly recommend all operators make a habit
of following the daily maintenance procedures.

For optimum performance from this machine,
this maintenance schedule must be strictly
followed. Use the chart provided on Page 66 to
ensure this is done.

Ongoing

To maintain a low risk of injury and proper
machine operation, if you ever observe any of the
items below, shut down the machine immediately
and fix the problem before continuing operations:

,OOSE

7ORN

'UARDS

34/0

/IL

#OOLANT

Any other unsafe condition.

Daily, Before Operations

#HECKADD

,UBRICATE

!DD

#LEANLUBRICATE

$ISENGAGE

%NSURE

Daily, After Operations

$EPRESS

6ACUUMCLEAN

7IPE

Monthly

$RAIN

Semi-Annually

#HANGE

,UBRICATE

Annually

#HANGE