Machine Maintenance
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If you disassemble any components, refer to the machine's reference drawings when you've completed the maintenance procedure. For information, see Diagrams and Parts Lists. For any additional support, we can help. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.
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To extend the service life of the machine, you must make sure that the way covers are protecting the machine's slideways.
Regularly do the following:
Examine the way covers for signs of wear or damage. If the way covers are damaged, you must replace them.
Use a chip brush to clean the way covers of chips and other swarf.
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Examine the coolant pump's impeller for blockages.Use a
To remove tramp way oil from the coolant tank, use one of the following:
or an oil skimmer to remove tramp way oil from the coolant tank.
Periodically do the following:
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If you use a coolant concentrate, you must mix it with water to the dilution ratio recommended by the coolant manufacturer. Use an optical refractometer to measure coolant concentration.
Examine the Drawbar
To extend the service life of the drawbar, you must make sure that the drawbar isn't damaged, and that it's properly lubricated.
Regularly do the following:
Examine the drawbar for signs of wear or damage.
For the Power Drawbar, regularly do the following:
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Examine all axes' slideway surfaces and ball screws to determine if an oil film is present.
If there's not an oil film, examine the lubrication system for blockages, broken fittings, or pinched oil lines.
Examine the amount of available oil and, if necessary, refill with new, high-quality ISO VG 68 grade Machine Oil (PN 31386).
About the Manual Oiler
The manual oiler operates with a plunger:
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Examine the pull stud clamp for signs of wear or damage.
Make sure the inside of the spindle taper is clean and dry.
Use Anti-Seize (PN 31273) to lubricate the working surfaces of the pull stud clamp.
Use a mild degreaser to clean the shank of all tool holders.
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If you find a lot of rust, or if there is rust on the machine's slideways or ball screws, take photos of all rust-covered areas. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.
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This is a section of the 770MX operator's manual. To view the whole manual, go to Tormach document UM10587.
If you have additional questions, we can help. Create a support ticket with Tormach Technical Support at tormach.com/how-to-submit-a-support-ticket for guidance on how to proceed.