Barranca Diamond HP18 Slab Saw - Manual (Page 19)

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Oil Sludge Removal from Reservoir
Use plumber's pipe wrench to remove drain cap. Allow free liquid to drain to a pan. Use a spatula to
remove sludge from tank bottom toward drain hole. Use of plumbers tape on the drain pipe threads will
adequately seal the cap to thread contact to prevent leaks.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
The following should be performed monthly. Items should be lubricated as directed.
Shaft Bearings
Grease zerk fittings on sealed ball bearing every 20 to 30 hours of use. Rotate shaft periodically while
greasing zerk fittings.
Drive Belts
The belt tension from the motor to blade shaft and worm drive gear are factory preset for immediate
operation. However, the belt tension can be adjusted by adjusting the motor mount plate under the oil
reservoir box with an open end wrench.
Periodically, the belt tension should be checked by removing the belt guard metal cover and ensure at
least 1/2 to 3/4 inch of belt defection is observable. Never over tighten the drive belt as premature mo-
tor, bearing and pulley wear may occur. Even though the idler pulley contains sealed ball bearings that
do not require lubricant, a small amount of spray oil lubricant
or grease can be used periodically to keep the idler shaft
and pulley in free spinning condition. Do not allow oil or
lubricant to come in contact with the v-belts. Always ensure
the spring on the idler pulley arm is attached and not dam-
aged. Some periodic lubrication at the idler shaft/pulley will
be necessary. Use a light oil for this bearing to shaft contact
surface.
Blade shaft to motor worm gear
shaft pulleys and belts
Idler pulley assembly
Belt tensioning assembly
HP18 & HP24 MAINTENANCE