Jet GH-1660ZX User Manual

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15.0 Lubrication schedule and general maintenance
Regularly scheduled maintenance is crucial to ensure a long service life for your machine. The schedule below shows
general cleaning, lubrication points and coolant replacement information for the ZX Series Lathes. Push stop button
and power off before lubricating. Follow local regulations for disposal of used coolant/lubricants. Minimize direct
skin contact with lubricants and coolants, and wear eye protection when pouring coolant in case of splash.
Mobile DTE® Oil Heavy Medium is recommended for the SAE-20W machine oil.
If the brand of oil is ever changed, it is recommended that you flush and clean the reservoir first to prevent any
compatibility issues.
Table 1
Section Element Action Lubricant Frequency
8.3 Chuck Grease jaws and scroll #2 lithium tube grease periodically
8.3
Spindle/cam locks/
chuck body
light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil periodically
All exposed metal
surfaces
light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil frequently
9.0 Headstock Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil
- after 30 days,
- every 2 months
9.0 Gearbox Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil
- after first 3 months,
- every 6 months
9.0 Apron and Saddle Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil
- after first 3 months,
- then annually
9.0
Leadscrew; Feed Rod;
Spindle Direction
Control Axle
Fill at ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil
daily (1 or 2 times per
shift)
Travel Setting Rod Fill at (1) ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil as needed
9.0
Cross slide Fill at (2) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
9.0
Compound rest Fill at (2) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
9.0
Tailstock Fill at (1) ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil daily
9.0 Anti-dust felt on v-ways Clean kerosene Inspect weekly
10.0 Coolant reservoir
(follow coolant
manufacturer’s
directions)
Coolant of choice,
approx. 4 gallons
(follow coolant
manufacturer’s
directions)
14.10 Steady Rest
Lubricate finger shafts
and contact points
Lead-based grease before each use
14.11 Follow Rest
Lubricate finger shafts
and contact points
Lead-based grease before each use
14.6 V-belts
Inspect and tighten if
needed
periodically

Jet GH-1660ZX Specifications

General

Brand	Jet
Model	GH-1660ZX
Category	Lathe
Language	English