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Model G0755 (Mfg. Since 1/13)
Z-Axis Leadscrew
Oil Type ................ NLGI#2 Grease or Equivalent
Oil Amount ............................................Thin Coat
Lubrication Frequency ....... 90 Days of Operation
Using a 5mm hex wrench, remove the rear col-
umn cover to access the Z-axis leadscrew and
worm gear (see Figure 52).
Use mineral spirits, shop rags, and a brush to
clean away the old grease from the leadscrew
threads and the worm gear teeth.
Use a brush to apply a thin coat of grease to the
threads and teeth, then raise/lower the headstock
several times to distribute the grease.
Note: Replace the rear column cover before re-
connecting the machine to power.
Figure 52. Z-axis leadscrew and worm gear
exposed.
Z-Axis
Leadscrew
Worm
Gear