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G0492 12" X 36" Combo Lathe/Mill
Figure 49. Headstock fill plug.
Headstock
Oil Fill
Plug
Clean your machine every day or more often
as needed. Make sure to unplug the lathe/mill
before cleaning it. Never blow the lathe/mill off
with compressed air, otherwise you will force
metal shavings deep into mechanisms. Remove
chips as they accumulate with rags, brushes,
and a shop vacuum.
Chips left on the machine
soaked with water-based coolant will eventually
invite oxidation and a gummy residue build up
around moving parts. Cleaning will help keep
your lathe/mill running smoothly. Always be safe
and responsible with the use and disposal of
cleaning products.
Never use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner to
remove stains or oil from painted surfaces. These
chemicals will melt the paint. Use mineral spirits
or mild household degreasers
. To control surface
rust on machined surfaces, wipe the unprotected
metal as required with a rust inhibiting oil.
Figure 50. Headstock oil level sight glass.
Headstock
Oil Level
Sight Glass
General Cleaning
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Regular periodic maintenance of your lathe/mill
will ensure optimum performance. Make a habit of
inspecting your machine each time you use it.
Check for the following conditions and repair
or replace when necessary:
• Loose mounting bolts and chuck.
• Worn switch or safety features.
• Worn or damaged cords and plugs.
• Any other condition that could hamper the
safe operation of this machine.
Basic Maintenance
Keep the headstock oil level at
3
⁄4 full (Figures
49 and 50). After break-in, change the oil in the
headstock with Mobil
®
DTE
®
Heavy-Medium or
an equivalent grade of oil immediately and then
again after three months. After that, change the
oil at the same time on an annual basis or more
frequently if extreme machine use requires it.
General Lubrication
Figure 48. Headstock and gear box drain
locations.
Gear Spindle Ball Oiler
Headstock Oil Drain
Paint all gears in Figure 48 with a good quality
automotive wheel bearing grease as required to
keep lubricated.