Betenbender Manufacturing Press Brake Machine 4'-50T

Examine cap screws for looseness

Repair or replace loose cap screws and nuts

Change return line filter if not done during previous year

Suction Line Strainer Maintenance

Flush clean the suction line strainer

Reinstall the suction line strainer

Flush the tank thoroughly to remove old oil

Remove and flush the suction line strainer (Does not pertain to 50-70T)

Install a new return filter cartridge before adding new oil

Replace return line filter (at least yearly, more frequently with heavy use)

Fill the hydraulic reservoir with 10W ISO 32, non-foaming oil

Drain a pint of oil from the reservoir after several hours of operation

Is foam present in the drained oil?

Describe any issues with the pump’s suction lines if air leakage is suspected

Take oil sample to local supplier for assessment

Is a complete oil change needed based on supplier's assessment?

Initial Inspection and Cleaning

Inspect and clean the following parts for dirt and foreign material

Remove dirt and foreign material manually without using an air hose

Use an acceptable solvent to remove rust proofing compound

Clean the Press Brake with an approved solvent and clean rags

Ensure no air hose or waste cloth is used during cleaning

Grease the two zerks on each end of the gibs at 8 hours of running time intervals.

One-Shot Lubrication (Optional)

Manually pump grease into the machine using the grease pump attached to the lube station for normal usage.

Operate the one-shot grease pump every 8 hours of running time for extended usage.

Automatic Lubrication (Optional)

Ensure the auto lube provides grease to all points on the gibs upon initial start-up of the Press Brake for normal usage.

Set the timer on the machine to control greasing intervals after initial start-up for extended usage.