Grizzly G0709 - Manual (Page 75)

Model G0709 (Mfg. Since 5/11)
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if the machine is not properly prepared for stor-
age, it may develop rust or corrosion. use the
recommendations in this section to ensure that
the lathe remains in good condition for later use.
To prepare your machine for short-term stor-
age (up to a year):
1. pump out the old cutting fluid, and remove
and blow out lines with compressed air and a
few drops of way oil.
2. disConneCt lAthe FroM poWer!
3. thoroughly clean all unpainted, bare metal
surfaces, then apply a liberal coat of way oil.
4. lubricate the machine as outlined in the lubri-
cation section. Be sure to use the oil gun to
purge all ball oilers and the oil passages with
oil.
5. Cover and place the machine in a dry area
that is out of direct sunlight and away from
hazardous fumes, paint, solvents, or gas.
Fumes and sunlight can bleach or discolor
paint and make plastic guards cloudy.
6. once or twice a month, depending on the
ambient humidity levels in the storage envi-
ronment, wipe down the machine as outlined
in
Step 3. slide the carriage, tailstock, and
steady rest down the lathe bed to make sure
that way spotting is not beginning to occur.
7. every few months, manually rotate all gear-
driven components a few times in several
gear selections. this will keep the bearings,
bushings, gears, and shafts well lubricated
and protected from corrosion, especially dur-
ing the winter months.
To prepare your machine for long-term stor-
age (a year or more):
1. run the lathe and bring all gearboxes to
operating temperature, then drain and refill
the all gearboxes with fresh oil.
2. pump out the old cutting fluid, remove the
lines, add a few drops of way oil into the lines,
and blow out the lines with compressed air.
3. disConneCt lAthe FroM poWer!
4. thoroughly clean all unpainted, bare metal
surfaces, then apply a liberal coat of way oil,
a heavy grease, or rust preventative. take
care to ensure these surfaces are completely
covered but that the rust preventative or
grease is kept off of painted surfaces.
5. lubricate the machine as outlined in the lubri-
cation section. Be sure to use the oil gun to
purge all ball oilers and the oil passages with
oil.
6. loosen or remove machine belts so they
do not become stretched during the storage
period. (Be sure to also affix a maintenance
note near the power button as a reminder that
the belts have been loosened or removed.)
7. place a few moisture-absorbing desiccant
bags inside of the electrical box.
8. Cover and place the machine in a dry area
that is out of direct sunlight and away from
hazardous fumes, paint, solvents, or gas.
Fumes and sunlight can bleach or discolor
paint and make plastic guards cloudy.
9. slide the carriage, micrometer stop, tailstock,
and steady rest down the lathe bed to make
sure that way spotting is not beginning to
occur.
Machine Storage