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Lubrication Details.
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=Maintenance= | =Maintenance= | ||
==Coolant== | |||
Check coolant levels preferably before the coolant pump stops pumping. If it reaches that point, the reservoir can take a little over ~20L of 5% coolant diluted down with tap water: measuring jug & funnel can be found in the cupboard. | Check coolant levels preferably before the coolant pump stops pumping. If it reaches that point, the reservoir can take a little over ~20L of 5% coolant diluted down with tap water: measuring jug & funnel can be found in the cupboard. | ||
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==Headstock Lubrication== | |||
The headstock is lubricated with ISO VG 37 Hydraulic Oil (originally specified as Shell Tellus T 37). We are currently using BP Energol HLP-HM 32 (green can stored in the machine shop). | |||
The level indicator is in the back of the headstock and not easily accessible, but there is a bubble indicator next the chuck where you should see oil flowing - if not it likely needs a top up. | |||
==Carriage Lubrication== | |||
The carriage gearbox uses ISO VGT 68 slideway oil. Because of the automatic oilers this is used up frequently and will need regular topping up. | |||
The level indicator is down and to the left hand side of the carriage | |||
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