Rotabroach COMMANDO40/3 - FITTING THE CHUCK; MAINTENANCE; Visual check of machine for damage; Operation of machine

Issue 1 Original Version October 2014
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15) FITTING THE CHUCK
 To remove the arbor lay the machine on its side.
 Unscrew the two grub screws at the top of the arbor.
 When the arbor has become detached from the spindle this can then be removed.
 Remove the arbor support bracket and guard with the arbor retained.
 Mount the chuck using the chuck adaptor RD33153.
 Replacing the chuck is the reverse sequence.
16) MAINTENANCE
In order to ‘get the best life’ out of your Rotabroach machine always keep it in good working order.
A number of items must always be checked on Rotabroach machines.
Always before starting any job make sure the machine is in good working order and that there are no damaged
or loose parts. Any loose parts must be tightened.
Before proceeding with any maintenance work be certain that the power supply is disconnected.
Description
Every operation
1 week
1 Month
Visual check of machine
for damage
X
Operation of machine
X
Check brush wear
X
Check magnetic base
X
Check alignment of the
machine
X
Check grease
X
Check armature
X
Visually check the machine for damage.
The machine must be checked before operation for any signs of damage that will affect the operation of the
machine. Particular notice must be taken to the mains cable, if the machine appears to be damaged it should
not be used, failure to do so may cause injury or death.
Check operation of the machine.
The machines operation must be checked to ensure that all components are working correctly.
Machine Brushes - should be checked to make sure there is no abnormal wear present (this should be checked
at least once a week if used frequently). If the brush has worn more than
2
3
the original length, the brushes
should be changed. Failure to do so may cause damage to the machine.
Magnetic base – before every operation the magnetic base should be checked to make sure that the base is
flat and there is no damage present. An uneven magnet base will cause the magnet not to hold as efficiently
and may cause injury to the operator.
Adjustment of slide and bearing bracket alignment.
An essential requirement of the machine is that the slide can move in a smooth and controlled manner, free of
lateral movement and vibration.
This situation can be maintained by periodic adjustment of the slide and is accomplished in the following
manner: