11: MACHINE MAINTENANCE
Note: The plunger should move slowly from the
retracted position. If it doesn't, it could indicate a
malfunctioning oiler.
About the Automatic Oiler
The automatic oiler is powered whenever the machine is
powered on, and has the following default settings:
l Lubrication interval: 480 minutes (8 hours)
l Actuation time: 12 seconds
Lubrication System Reference
The machine's lubrication system distributes oil to the
following 15 points:
l 12 slideways bearing surfaces
o
Four on the X-axis
o
Four on the Y-axis
o
Four on the Z-axis
l Three ball screw nuts
11.3.6 Examine the Spindle Belt
To extend the service life of the spindle belt, you must
regularly examine it for signs of damage or wear.
If the spindle belt is damaged, you must replace it with Spindle
Belt, 1100M (PN 37956).
11.3.7 Examine the Tormach Tooling System (TTS)
Collet
To extend the service life of the Tormach Tooling System (TTS)
collet, you must regularly do the following:
l Examine the Tormach Tooling System (TTS) collet for
signs of wear or damage.
l Make sure the inside of the Tormach Tooling System
(TTS) collet is clean and dry.
l Use Anti-Seize (PN 31273) to lubricate the outside of the
Tormach Tooling System (TTS) collet and the inside of
the spindle taper.
l Use a mild degreaser to clean the shank of all tool
holders.
11.3.8 Prevent Rust
Take proper care to protect all exposed iron and steel surfaces
on your machine. To reduce the possibility of rust, you must
regularly do the following:
l Clean the machine, chip pans, and enclosure of chips and
other swarf with a chip brush.
l Clean all exterior surfaces with a mild cleaner.
l Only use flood coolant that is recommended for
machining (see "Cutting Fluid Reference" (page227)).
l Periodically test the coolant concentration, and adjust (if
necessary) to meet coolant manufacturer's
recommended concentration.
l Put LPS 3® (or similar rust inhibitor) on the machine
before installing any workholding or accessories.
l Only operate the machine in a temperature- and
humidity-controlled environment. Extreme changes in
temperature or humidity can create condensation on the
machine.
l Put LPS 3® (or similar rust inhibitor) on all exposed, non-
painted metal surfaces before leaving the machine
unused.
l Remove all workholding and accessories, and then check
for rust.
l If needed, reapply rust inhibitor before reinstalling
workholding or accessories.
If you find rust on the machine table, go to "Remove Rust"
(below).
Remove Rust
Use a fine machinist's stone to remove light surface rust on
the machine table: use light, even pressure, and move the
stone in a random motion to avoid changing the flatness of the
machine table.
If you find a lot of rust, or if there is rust on the machine's
slideways or ball screws, take photos of all rust-covered areas.
Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at
tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on
how to proceed.
©Tormach® 2023
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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