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Model G0795 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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Spindle Bearing
Break-In
Inspections &
Adjustments
The following adjustments were performed at the
factory before the machine was shipped:
• Gib Adjustments ............................. Page 40
• Leadscrew Backlash ...................... Page 40
• Return Spring Tension .....................Page 41
Please be aware that these adjustments can
change during the shipping process. Pay careful
attention to these adjustments when first operat-
ing the machine. If you find that adjustments are
not set to your personal preference, re-adjust
them.
1. Set mode switch to Drill.
2. Set spindle speed to 115 RPM (see Spindle
Speed on Page 26 for details). Run for 10
minutes in each direction of rotation (FWD
and REV).
To perform spindle break-in procedure:
The spindle break-in procedure distributes lubri-
cation
throughout the bearings to
reduce the risk
of early
bearing failure
if there are any "dry" spots
or areas where lubrication has settled in the bear-
ings. You
must complete this procedure b
efore
placing
operational loads on the spindle
for the
first time when the machine is new or if it has
been sitting idle for longer than 6 months.
Always start the spindle break-in at the lowest
speed to minimize wear if there
are dry spots.
Allow the spindle to run long enough to warm up
and distribute the bearing grease, then incremen-
tally increase spindle speeds and repeat this pro-
cess at each speed until reaching the maximum
spindle speed. Following the break-in procedure
in this progressive manner helps minimize any
potential wear that could occur before lubrication
is fully distributed.
You must complete this procedure to main-
tain the warranty. Failure to do this could
cause rapid wear-and-tear of spindle bear-
ings once they are placed under load.
After completing the spindle break-in procedure,
we recommend changing the headstock oil to
flush any small particles that may be present in
the headstock from the manufacturing process.
Refer to the Lubrication section on Page 34 for
detailed instructions.
3. Stop spindle. Select the next highest speed
and run spindle for a minimum of 5 minutes
in each direction of rotation.
4. Repeat Step 3 for each remaining speed,
working from lowest to highest. The Spindle
Bearing Break-In is now complete!