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Model G0886 (Mfd. Since 01/19)
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
For optimum performance from this machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.
Ongoing
To maintain a low risk of injury and proper
machine operation, if you ever observe any of the
items below, shut down the machine immediately
and fix the problem before continuing operations:
• Loose mounting bolts.
• Damaged or dull saw blade.
• Worn or damaged wires.
• Any other unsafe condition.
Daily:
• Protect headstock pillar and ram strut (see
Figure 55).
• Lubricate blade and blade guides (Page 43).
• Clean/lubricate vise table (Page 44).
• Clean metal chips from upper and lower
wheel areas.
Monthly:
• Lubricate blade tension leadscrew (Page 43).
• Clean/lubricate vise leadscrew (Page 44).
• Lubricate headstock column (Page 44).
• Lubricate blade guide arm gib (Page 44).
• Remove blade and clean wheels.
• Check gearbox oil level (Page 45).
Bi-annually:
• Change gearbox oil (Page 45).
Schedule
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Cleaning &
Protecting
Use a brush and shop vacuum to remove chips
and other debris from the working surfaces.
Remove any rust build-up from unpainted cast
iron surfaces of your machine and treat with a
non-staining lubricant after cleaning.
Use a shop rag to apply a thin coat of quality
metal protectant to the headstock pillar and ram
strut (see Figure 55) to prevent corrosion.
G2870—T-9 Boeshield, 4 Oz.
G2871—T-9 Boeshield, 12 Oz.
This protective spray penetrates deep and holds
up the longest against corrosive environments.
Figure 56. T-9 Boeshield.
Figure 55. Location of headstock pillar and ram
strut.
Ram
Strut
Pillar
Headstock Pillar & Ram Strut
Boeshield
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