User`s guide

2. Shift the mill into high gear.
3. Turn on the mill to approximately half speed.
4. Move the motor until the gear noise is minimized.
5. Tighten the four socket head cap screws that attach the motor mount.
Lubrication
We recommend the use of two lubricants on your mill. Where oil is required,
we recommend Mobil 1 synthetic motor oil. Mobil 1 far exceeds the lubrication
needs of the mini mill, and maintains a good surface film between applications.
Any of the available viscosities work fine. Where grease is required, we
recommend Lubriplate 630-AA lithium (white) grease. Lithium grease is a
plastic-friendly grease that is widely available and easy to use.
Before each use, lubricate the following points with Mobil 1 or other suitable
oil.
• Oil the column dovetail and rack.
The following points on your mini mill require lubrication.
Location Lubricant Frequency Notes
Table and other
machined
surfaces
Mobil 1
motor oil
Daily Oil lubricates and prevents
corrosion
Table dovetails Lithium
grease
Yearly
Table feed screws
and nuts
Lithium
grease
Yearly
X-axis thrust
bearings
Mobil 1
motor oil
Yearly
Transmission
gears
Lithium
grease
Yearly See procedure below for
lubricating the transmission gears
without removing the spindle
housing.
The spindle and intermediate shaft bearings are deep groove ball bearings that
are shielded and do not require additional lubrication.
Lubricating the Transmission Gears
You can lubricate the transmission gears without removing the spindle housing
by using a spray can of lithium grease.
To lubricate the transmission gears:
1. Unplug the power cord.
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