Filter
Top Products
G8690 Variable Speed Wood Lathe -15-
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
Since all bearings are shielded and permanently
lubricated, simply leave them alone until they
need to be replaced. Do not lubricate them.
Regular periodic maintenance on your Model
G8690 will ensure its optimum performance.
Make a habit of inspecting your lathe each time
you use it. Check for the following conditions and
repair or replace when necessary:
1. Loose mounting bolts.
2. Worn switch.
3. Worn or damaged cords and plugs.
4. Damaged cog tooth belt.
General
The non-painted surfaces on the Model G8690
should be protected against rust and pitting.
Wiping the lathe clean after every use ensures
that wood dust isn’t allowed to trap moisture
against bare metal surfaces.
Some woodworkers recommend using automo-
tive paste wax on exposed steel and cast iron sur-
faces. The wax provides a layer of protection.
Avoid waxes that contain silicone or other syn-
thetic ingredients. These materials can find their
way into lumber that’s being worked, and can
make staining and finishing difficult. If you use
paste wax, make sure that it’s 100% Carnauba
wax.
Disconnect power to the
machine when perform-
ing any maintenance,
assembly or adjust-
ments. Failure to do this
may result in serious
personal injury.
Wear safety glasses dur-
ing the entire mainte-
nance process. Failure
to comply may result in
serious personal injury.
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.