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10.0 User-maintenance
Before any intervention on the machine, disconnect it from electrical supply by pulling out
plug or switching off main switch. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
10.1 Lubrication
The milling machine is equipped with an automatic lubrication system. The system lubricates lead screws and ways.
Oil cups and grease fittings on mill head provide lubrication for spindle bearings and back gear mechanism. Refer to
Figures 10-1 through 10-4 for lubrication requirements and access points.
Key Description Recommended Lubricant Action
A Spindle bearing oil cup Mobil DTE Oil Light, or equivalent Service daily.
B
Automatic lube system
(see also sect. 7.0)
Mobil Vactra Oil #2, or equivalent Check oil daily – add if required.
C
Knee leadscrew grease
fitting
Mobilith AW2, or equivalent Service once each week.
D Back gear grease fitting Mobilith AW1, or equivalent
Service weekly when operating in
back gear mode.
Table 4: Lubrication Points
Figure 10-1
Figure 10-2
Figure 10-3
Figure 10-4