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Model G0795 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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Quill Rack & Pinion
Lube Type . . Model T23964 or NLGI#2 Equivalent
Lube Amount ........................................Thin Coat
Lubrication Frequency ......... 90 hrs. of Operation
Move the quill up and down to gain full access
to the quill rack-and-pinion (see Figure 56), then
clean the teeth with mineral spirits, shop rags, and
a brush.
Headstock Elevation Leadscrew &
Bevel Gears
Lube Type . . Model T23964 or NLGI#2 Equivalent
Lube Amount ........................................Thin Coat
Lubrication Frequency ......... 90 hrs. of Operation
Tool Needed Qty
Hex Wrench 3mm .............................................. 1
Remove rear cover of the column to access the
leadscrew and bevel gears (see Figure 55).
When dry, use a brush to apply a thin coat of
grease to the teeth, then raise/lower the quill sev-
eral times to evenly distribute the grease.
Note: Re-apply oil to the quill outside smooth
surface that may have been removed during the
cleaning process.
Figure 56. Quill rack-and-pinion.
Pinion
Rack
Use shop rags, a stiff brush, and mineral spirits to
clean away the grease and grime from the compo-
nents. When dry, apply a medium coat of grease
to the components and threads of the leadscrew
and gears. Move the headstock up and down
a few times to evenly distribute the lubricant.
Re-install rear cover.
Figure 55. Column rear cover removed to
access headstock elevation leadscrew and bevel
gears.
Leadscrew
Crank
Bevel
Gear
Leadscrew
Bevel
Gear