MTS Series 322 Load Frames - Manual (Page 68)

Series 322 Load Unit 68 Maintenance
Load Unit: Prevent Rust
Where you operate the load unit determines how often you take rust prevention
measures. Humid and corrosive environments require more prevention.
Recommended
supplies:
• Ethanol
• Silicone spray
• 000 emery cloth
• Touchup paint
• Metal primer paint
• Lint-free cloths
The crosshead can slip if the columns are still damp with kerosene.
You can be hurt and your equipment damaged.
The crosshead locks cannot securely clamp on damp columns. Wait until the
columns are dry to the touch before moving and locking the crosshead.
WARNING
Unpainted surfaces: Spray with silicone, and
then wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth. Or,
wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened
with clean hydraulic fluid.
Chrome plated surfaces: For microscratches,
wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened
with Ethanol. For rust discoloration, polish
with a very fine emery cloth, and then wipe
down.
Black oxide surfaces: Spray with silicone, and
then wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth. Or, wipe
with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with
clean hydraulic fluid.
Painted surfaces: For small scratches, use
touchup paint. For large scratches, sand,
prime, and use touchup paint.
Note: 318 Load Unit shown for reference.