3 - 8 Machine Maintenance 704-0212-209 VM Series Maintenance and Safety Manual
Clean Autolube Tank and Suction Pump Filter
Annually or at about every 2000 hours of use: Clean the autolube reservoir tank and
suction filter.
1. Shut off power to the machine.
2. Loosen and remove the two thumbscrews that secure the reservoir to its
mounting bracket.
3. Lower the reservoir downward from the threaded spacers.
4. Remove the suction filter group by first carefully prying out the retaining ring.
5. Noting the order of assembly, remove the suction filter discs and screws.
6. Insert the new coarse screen (filter disc support), fine screen (filter disc,
screen disc), filter clamp ring, and retaining ring.
7. Clean any contaminates from the inside of the tank. Dry the inside of the tank
with a clean, lint-free cloth.
8. Check the filter screen in the oil filler. It should be clean and undamaged.
9. Make certain the gasket is installed and in good condition.
10.Place the tank on its mounting bracket, guiding it over the threaded spacers.
11.Carefully tighten the two thumb screws that secure the tank to its mounting
bracket.
12.Make certain the filter screen is installed in the oil filler.
13.Fill the reservoir with the recommended oil. Refer to Table 3–1.Lubrication, on
page 3 - 5.
14.Manually activate the system.
Activate Autolube System Manually
Monthly: Manually activate the Autolube system if the machining center has been idle
for a long time before powering up, or if the oil has just been replaced.
Follow these steps:
1. Pull upward on the discharge plunger, then release it.
2. Stroke the plunger in this manner three to six times.
Over-tightening these thumbscrews can damage the tank.
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