Grizzly G0709 - Manual (Page 60)

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Model G0709 (Mfg. Since 5/11)
cutting fluid System
bIOLOGIcAL AND
pOISON HAzARD! Use
the correct personal pro-
tection equipment when
handling cutting fluid and
by follow federal, state,
and fluid manufacturer
requirements to properly
dispose of cutting fluid.
located at the tailstock end of the lathe is an
access cover where the pump and a cutting fluid
tank are located. A screen in the chip drawer pre-
vents large metal chips from entering the tank. the
small metal chips wash down into the cutting fluid
tank that is split into two chambers by means of
a baffle. the first chamber allows the small chips
to settle to the bottom, and lets clean cutting fluid
overflow the baffle and enter the second chamber
where the pump draws clean fluid. inspect the
tank often to verify that metal chips are not over-
flowing into the second chamber where, if left for
a period of time, pump damage may occur.
Tip: For speedy chip removal from the tank, a
metal catch basket with handles can be made to
lift out the metal chip buildup in the first chamber.
Tools Needed Qty
phillips screwdriver #2 ...................................... 1
5-gallon drain Bucket ...................................... 1
drain hose
3 ⁄
8
" x 4' ............................................ 1
checking cutting fluid System
When checking the cutting fluid system, the goal
is to make sure there is enough cutting fluid, the
chip level in the first chamber is not too high, and
the cutting fluid has not become rancid or con-
taminated.
To check the cutting fluid system:
1. disConneCt lAthe FroM poWer!
2. At the tailstock end of the lathe, remove the
pump access cover.
3. inspect the level of cutting fluid inside the
tank. the cutting fluid should be approxi-
mately an inch below the top of the tank.
4. using a wooden stick, check the level of the
metal chips in the first chamber (see figure
96). if the chips are 3 ⁄
4
the height of the baffle,
then remove the chips.
figure 96. diagram of cutting fluid tank.
3 /
4
Line
First
Chamber
Baffle
Pump
Metal
Chips
Second Chamber
Full Level 1"
From Tank
Rim
5. inspect the cutting fluid quality as outlined by
the fluid manufacturer and replace as recom-
mended.
cleaning cutting fluid System
1. place the drain hose on the end of the cool-
ant nozzle, and pump the used cutting fluid
into the drain bucket. As soon as pumping is
complete turn
OFF pump immediately.
2. disConneCt lAthe FroM poWer!
3. lift the tank assembly from the lathe stand.
4. remove all metal shavings, any remaining
cutting fluid, and clean out the tank using
rags and mineral spirits.
5. Clean the intake screen on the pump.
6. re-install the cutting fluid tank into the lathe
stand.
7. Mix 2.5 gallons of cutting fluid to the manu-
facturer's required specific gravity, and fill the
cutting fluid tank with the cutting fluid.
8. re-install the pump access cover.
To clean the cutting fluid system: