Southbend 13" Heavy 13 Gearhead lathe SB - Manual (Page 71)

For Machines Mfg. Since 5/11 13" Heavy 13 ® Gearhead Lathe
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M A I N T E N A N C E
Ball Oilers & Oil Cup
Oil Type .. Mobil DTE Light or ISO 32 Equivalent
Oil Amount ................................ 1 or 2 Squirts/Fill
Lubrication Frequency ................................... Daily
This lathe has seven ball oilers and one oil cup
that should be oiled on a daily basis before
beginning operation.
Proper lubrication of ball oilers is done with
a pump-type oil can that has a plastic or
rubberized cone tip. We do not recommend using
metal needle or lance tips, as they can push the
ball too far into the oiler, break the spring seat,
and lodge the ball in the oil galley.
Lubricate the ball oilers before and after machine
use, and more frequently under heavy use. When
lubricating ball oilers, first clean the outside
surface to remove any dust or grime. Push the
rubber or plastic tip of the oil can nozzle against
the ball oiler to create a hydraulic seal, then
pump the oil can once or twice. If you see sludge
and contaminants coming out of the lubrication
area, keep pumping the oil can until the oil runs
clear. When finished, wipe away any excess oil.
For the oil cup, lift the lid and fill the cup to the
top. The oil will slowly drain into the gearing
over time.
Refer to Figures 106–108 and the following
descriptions to identify the locations of each oil
device.
Figure 106. Carriage ball oilers and oil cup.
A
B
D
C
A. Cross Slide Leadscrew & Nut
B. Compound Rest Leadscrew & Nut
C. Feed Selection Lever Gearing
D. Cross Slide Leadscrew Bearing
E. Quill Barrel
F. Quill Leadscrew & Nut
Figure 108. Leadscrew and feed rod end bearing ball
oilers.
G
H
G. Leadscrew End Bearing
H. Feed Rod End Bearing
Figure 107. Tailstock ball oilers.
E
F