Okuma Lathe LB15 II

Warning: This procedure requires trained personnel with PPE!

Machine showing irregular feed movement?

If machine is not showing irregular feed movement, stop the procedure

Upload a photo of the machine before adjustment

Covers from the left- and right-hand sides of the Z-axis slide removed?

Gib A at the thinner side loosened?

Thicker side of gib A fully tightened and then returned by one-half turn?

Thinner side of gib A tightened?

Thicker side of gib A tightened?

Ensure the machine is completely and correctly lubricated in strict adherence with the lubrication chart

Avoid using oil other than specified to prevent lubrication unit failure

Lubricant mixed with coolant or hydraulic oil

For coolant, use the specified coolant

Coolant contains chemical additives such as activator

If improper coolant is used, ensure no issues like mixing with lubricant, rusting, or swelling of packings occur

Check the amount of lubricant oil and its discharge condition

Check oil level through the oil level gauges in the hydraulic power unit

Check oil level in the guideway lube oil tank

Check oil level in the headstock tube oil tank

Check oil flow through the oil window at the front of the headstock

Check gripping pressure of the hydraulic power chuck through the oil pressure gauge

Check working pressure for the turret drive through the oil pressure gauge

Greasing to power chuck jaw slide surfaces

Check lubricated conditions of bed and saddle slideway surfaces

Check the bedways for level and straightness

Warning: This check requires trained personnel!

Can parts be turned to specified tolerances?

If not, secure the machine level

Are necessary adjustments made?

Sign off on the bed level check

Warning: Handle the filter element carefully to avoid damage.

Filter element removed from casing

Cotton thread unwound from the element

Two layers of all-wool white mousseline renewed

Inside and outside of the element cleaned with solvent naphtha or petroleum benzine

Never use a wipe cloth on the element

Sign off on the filter cleaning