Metal Lathe Maintenance

———USER SECTION———

To be performed by at beginning of workday by any lathe-certified member.

 

———STAFF SECTION———

Only to be performed by metal shop stewards or their designated reps.

  • Check gears for wear.
  • Adjust dovetail set screws and lead screw nuts to eliminate backlash and play.
  • Remove grease from gears and rack with kerosene, re-grease.

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