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-24- G1033 20" Planer
Lubrication
The Model G1033 features factory-sealed bear-
ings. A sealed bearing requires no lubrication
during its lifetime. Should a bearing fail, your
planer will probably develop a noticeable rumble,
which will increase when the machine is put
under load. If allowed to get worse, overheating
of the journal containing the bad bearing could
occur. If the bad bearing is not replaced, it will
eventually seize - possibly doing damage to other
parts of the machine. Bearings are standard
sizes and can be replaced through Grizzly.
Proper lubrication of other components of the
Model G1033 are essential for long life and trou-
ble-free operation. Below is a list of components
that require periodic lubrication. Schedules are
based on daily use. Adjust accordingly for your
level of use.
Columns/Lead Screws - The four columns
should be lubricated weekly with light oil.
Unfasten dust covers to gain access. The four
lead screws should be lubricated with general
purpose grease once a month.
Worm Gear - The worm gear should be inspect-
ed monthly and lubricated when needed.
Remove the worm gear box to inspect. See parts
diagram for location.
Chain - The table height adjustment chain should
be inspected monthly and lubricated when need-
ed. A good quality bicycle chain lubricant works
well for periodic lubrication.
Gear Box - Gear box oil should be drained after
the first 20 hours of operation. See Figure 25.
Replace with 80W-90W gear oil. Inspect levels
periodically and change yearly. Replace gear oil
more frequently under heavy use. Fill until oil
reaches the top of the filler plug port for correct oil
level.
Drive Chain - The drive chain should be inspect-
ed and lubricated monthly. Check sprocket, chain
and cotter pin during inspection. Use a general
purpose grease. Some chains will have master
links instead of cotter pins.
Feed Rollers - Daily lubrication of feed rollers is
crucial to the operation of your planer. Lubricate
before start-up. Each end of each power feed
roller has an oiling port located on the top of the
head casting. See Figure 26. Apply a light oil,
making sure that the lubricant penetrates the
bearing.
Figure 25. Gear Box drain and fill plugs.
Figure 26. Feed roller lubrication points.
Fill
Drain