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12.0 Lubrication schedule
Regularly scheduled maintenance is crucial to ensure a long service life for your machine. The schedule below shows
lubrication points and coolant replacement information for the EVS-1440B Lathe. Push stop button and power off
before lubricating. Follow local regulations for disposal of used coolant/lubricants. Minimize direct skin 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. Mobilith® AW2 is recommended for
the lithium tube grease.
If the brand of oil is ever changed, it is recommended that you flush and clean the reservoir first to prevent any
compatibility issues.
Element Action Lubricant Frequency
Chuck
Grease jaws and scroll #2 lithium tube grease As needed
Ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil daily
Spindle, cam locks,
chuck body
light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil As needed
All exposed metal
surfaces
light coat of oil SAE-20W machine oil Frequently
Oil sight glasses Inspect, top off as needed SAE-20W machine oil
Frequently; also before
each working shift
Headstock
Drain, rinse, clean out metal
shavings, and fill
SAE-20W machine oil
- after first month
- then every 2 months
End gears Clean and re-grease Heavy gear grease As needed
Gearbox Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil
- after first 3 months,
- then every 6 months
Apron Drain and fill SAE-20W machine oil
- after first 3 months,
- then once a year
Saddle Fill at (4) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
Saddle wipers Clean with kerosene Weekly
Leadscrew Fill at (1) ball oiler SAE-20W machine oil daily
Cross slide Fill at (4) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
Top slide Fill at (3) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
Tailstock Fill at (2) ball oilers SAE-20W machine oil daily
Coolant reservoir *
Inspect and top off
Coolant of choice, approx.
9L (2.38 gal.)
as needed
Drain and refill
(follow coolant
manufacturer’s directions)
Chip tray Clean; clear drain filters periodically
Steady Rest
Lubricate finger shafts and
contact points
Lead-based grease before each use
Follow Rest
Lubricate finger shafts and
contact points
Lead-based grease before each use
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