General Machine Products 89300 AirStream Cable Blowing Machine - Manual (Page 29)

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15.0 Monthly service – check list
This section is included in the manual for your convenience, there follows a list of suggested checks, it is
recommended that these checks be carried out on a regular basis, depending on use. Monthly checks are
convenient; a few minutes can be set aside on the same day of each month to complete these simple checks.
The next section of this manual is an empty table, the dates when these checks and all other service and
repair jobs are completed can be entered into the spaces provided in this table. This will give the user a record
of what service has been carried out and when.
1. Check the tool box, ensure all tools and interchangeable parts are present, clean and ready for use.
2. Remove the clear belt guards, clean the outside of the machine and replace.
3. Check the slide mechanism operates smoothly, lubricate if necessary with a dry film lubricant.
4. Clean the exposed threads on the swing bolts that hold the air box and tube clamp assembly together.
Add a smear of grease/oil to prevent build up of surface corrosion and to ensure smooth operation of the
thumb nuts.
5. Check the cable drive belt tension.