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G4002/3 Gear Head Lathes
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SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
Quick Change Gearbox - Lubrication for the
Gearbox is provided through 3 oil points, labeled
oil nipple. Add a squirt or two of oil after every
three-to-four hours of use. See Figure 35.
Motor - The bearings used in the motor are
shielded and lubricated for life.
Your Model G4002/3 will function best when it is
clean and well lubricated. Take the time to wipe
down and oil the machine after use. We recom-
mend using ISO 68 or SAE 20W non-detergent
oil unless otherwise specified.
Apron - Apply lubrication to the apron through
the 2 ball fittings on the top face of the apron and
one near the apron handwheel. See Figure 33.
There is a level glass on the front of the apron
and a fill plug on top. Make sure the oil level is
between the 2 red marks on the glass before
using lathe.
External Gearing - Apply only a minimal amount
of oil to the teeth of the end gears. Avoid getting
oil on the belt or pulleys when lubricating.
Apply one squirt of oil into the port shown in
Figure 34.
Figure 33. Viewed from behind for clarity.
Figure 35. Gearbox lubrication points.
Figure 34. External gears and port.
ALWAYS disconnect the electric power to
the machine before servicing. NEVER lubri-
cate your lathe while it is running.
Cross-Slide and Compound - These slides are
also supplied with ball fittings in their top surfaces
and should be oiled the same as the apron. See
Figure 33.
Oil Ports