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<p>Deploy local wiki maintenance guide updates from local mirror</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>= GX Series Maintenance Guide =<br /> <br /> This guide collects GX series maintenance notes into one page for easier day-to-day reference.<br /> <br /> __TOC__<br /> <br /> = Daily Maintenance =<br /> <br /> Keep the machine clean whenever it is not in use. Clear chips and dust daily, with special attention to the lead screws, drive nuts, and bearing rails.<br /> <br /> The machine should be cleaned and oiled every day before homing.<br /> <br /> == Linear Rails ==<br /> <br /> Before homing the machine each day, put a couple of drops of '''3-in-1 oil''' on each of the six linear rails.<br /> <br /> This allows a small amount of oil to work into the bearing housings before cutting parts.<br /> <br /> == Lead Screws ==<br /> <br /> Use '''WD-40''' and an air nozzle to remove debris from the screw.<br /> <br /> After cleaning, apply a light amount of '''3-in-1 oil''' daily.<br /> <br /> == General Cleaning ==<br /> <br /> The other bearings are sealed. The most important ongoing maintenance task is keeping dust cleaned off the machine, especially when cutting abrasive materials such as:<br /> <br /> * MDF<br /> * fiberglass<br /> * carbon fiber<br /> <br /> = High Humidity Environments and Storage =<br /> <br /> If the machine is used in a high-humidity space such as a shed or other non-air-conditioned environment, or if it will be stored without use, rust can form on:<br /> <br /> * linear rails<br /> * leadscrews<br /> * black-oxide machine fasteners<br /> <br /> Coat these surfaces with grease or WD-40 often.<br /> <br /> Before putting the machine back into service, dry the screws and rails after WD-40 treatment, then re-apply the proper grease and oil before use.<br /> <br /> The black-oxide machine fasteners do not need to be wiped dry.<br /> <br /> = Bearing Replacements =<br /> <br /> Depending on machine use and loading, the linear bearings and leadscrew ball bearings will eventually need replacement.<br /> <br /> Signs that replacement may be needed include:<br /> <br /> * excess slop<br /> * marks on the rails<br /> * jerky motion on the affected axis<br /> <br /> For worry-free operation, replace them annually.<br /> <br /> = Anti-backlash Nuts =<br /> <br /> The Delrin anti-backlash nuts are wear items and may need periodic replacement depending on use and abuse.<br /> <br /> When they begin to fail, backlash will appear on the affected axis.<br /> <br /> A simple check is to pull and push on each axis while observing slop between the leadscrew and the drive nuts.<br /> <br /> Replacing the anti-backlash nuts requires removing the leadscrews.<br /> <br /> For worry-free operation, replace them annually.<br /> <br /> = PC and Controller =<br /> <br /> The electronics enclosure and PC enclosure can be blown out with dry air.</div>

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