Melco Bravo - Lubrication Schedule and Specifications; Maintenance Schedule

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Lubrication Schedule and Specications
Tools and supplies needed for these procedures are provided in your operator’s kit.
Using the correct lubricants properly and when specied by scheduled maintenance is critical to the
operation of the machine. Failure to use the proper lubricants as specied can shorten the usable life of
internal components and can void the warranty. Using the wrong lubricants can adversely affect your
machine. The recommended and authorized lubricants to be used on the machine are specied below:
Part Number: Part Name Comments
761003-01 Oiler, 3/4 oz. bottle Sewing Machine Oil
32078 Grease, EMB-Polymer, 8 oz bottle Polymer Light Grease
34463 Grease, HP, 8 oz bottle High Performance Grease
Maintenance Schedule
The following table summarizes the lubrication points and schedule for your machine. The table also lists
which type of lubrication you should use for each lubrication point.
Please note that these schedules are meant to be used as guidelines. Depending on many circumstances
(such as environment, garment types sewn on, etc.), you may need to lubricate your machines more or
less frequently. Follow a lubrication schedule that best ts your needs to take care of your machine(s).
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WARNING! Do not attempt to lubricate the machine while it is in operation.
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Important: The color change lead screw is lubricated for life and should NEVER be lubricated by
the user or a technician.
Daily Maintenance
Lubrication Point(s) Lubrication Used
Rotary Hook Sewing Machine Oil
Weekly
Lubrication Point(s) Lubrication Used
Needle Drive Sewing Machine Oil
Left Upper V-Rail Sewing Machine Oil
Right Upper V-Rail Sewing Machine Oil
Oil Needle Bars (Lower) Sewing Machine Oil
Oil Needle Bars (Upper) Sewing Machine Oil
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