571 Operation/Maintenance Instructions Page 17 of 19
Maintenance and Lubrication
Electrically isolate the machine and ensure that all spindle movement has ceased before
carrying out any maintenance operation.
Since your morticer is constructed of cast iron, which is a porous metal, care should be taken
when cleaning. Use mineral spirits and steel wool on all metal parts. Avoid contact with
anything moist. Don’t set drinks on the tabletop, or leave green wood on it. These will leave
permanent marks.
Waxing the table surface will help resist moisture. Avoid products that contain silicone, anti-slip
additives, or abrasives.
Clean the interior of the machine stand frequently to prevent the accumulation of chips and
sawdust.
Once clean, lubricate moving parts using a lubricant that does not pick up a lot of sawdust. Pay
particular attention to the slides, operating screws and oil nipples (for the oil nipples use a
grease gun filled with oil). Powdered graphite, hard wax or white lithium sprays are ideal. Do
not use an oil-based product. These will collect sawdust and congeal into a gummy substance,
making working parts hard to operate.
Should, after long use, the tables or headstock develop a degree of side play, this can be
rectified by slackening slightly the retaining bolts on the slide concerned, and tapping the slide
until side play is eliminated, but taking care not to interfere with normal movement. Tighten
retaining bolts firmly after adjustment.
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