Jet GH-1440ZX Operation And Maintenance Instructions

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2415.0 Lubrication schedule and general maintenanceRegularly scheduled maintenance is crucial to ensure a long service life for your machine. The schedule below showsgeneral cleaning, lubrication points and coolant replacement information for the ZX Series Lathes. Push stop buttonand power off before lubricating. Follow local regulations for disposal of used coolant/lubricants. Minimize directskin contact with lubricants and coolants, and wear eye protection when pouring coolant in case of splash.Mobile DTE® Oil Heavy Medium is recommended for the SAE-20W machine oil.If the brand of oil is ever changed, it is recommended that you flush and clean the reservoir first to prevent anycompatibility issues.Table 1Section Element Action Lubricant Frequency8.3 Chuck Grease jaws and scroll #2 lithium tube grease periodically8.3 Spindle/cam locks/chuck body light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil periodicallyAll exposed metalsurfaces light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil frequently9.0 Headstock Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil - after 30 days,- every 2 months9.0 Gearbox Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil - after first 3 months,- every 6 months9.0 Apron and Saddle Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil - after first 3 months,- then annually9.0Leadscrew; Feed Rod;Spindle DirectionControl AxleFill at ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily (1 or 2 times pershift)Travel Setting Rod Fill at (1) ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil as needed9.0 Cross slide Fill at (2) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily9.0 Compound rest Fill at (2) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily9.0 Tailstock Fill at (1) ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil daily9.0 Anti-dust felt on v-ways Clean kerosene Inspect weekly10.0 Coolant reservoir(follow coolantmanufacturer’sdirections)Coolant of choice,approx. 4 gallons(follow coolantmanufacturer’sdirections)14.10 Steady Rest Lubricate finger shaftsand contact points Lead-based grease before each use14.11 Follow Rest Lubricate finger shaftsand contact points Lead-based grease before each use14.6 V-belts Inspect and tighten ifneeded periodically