The Service Intervals for the tapping machine that are used in typical workshops will be detailed below. Daily, weekly and other less frequent checks are detailed below.
Daily Lubrication and Chip Clearance
Make sure to apply spindle oil to the tapping arm before use. Swarf and chips must be cleared from the head and workpiece area to prevent metal debris working its way into moving parts and causing unnecessary wear.
Weekly Clutch Inspection
Check the clutch on a weekly basis. If it starts to feel loose or slips at the wrong time, then it will need to be adjusted or even replaced in order to continue using the tapping machine in production.
Monthly Gearbox and Drive Checks
Tapping machines run reliably in production environments. The main thing is that the small checks are done consistently. These checks should be done once a month for the gearbox, drive, belts, pulleys, and drive linkages.
Six-Monthly Professional Service
A full strip-down and inspection by a qualified engineer is included as part of the service.
Tapping Machines is covered in more detail at www.cotswold-machinery-sales.co.uk/roscamat-tapping-machines/.
Signs That Need Immediate Attention
A machine in this sort of condition will only get worse in production environments and will be repaired at great cost should it be left until the normal scheduled service interval.
Keep a Simple Service Log
Simple record keeping (e.g. notebook, spreadsheet) of checks, oil top-ups, and faults enables effective control of the work equipment ( planned maintenance of work equipment regulations).
With consistent servicing, production will continue uninterrupted to produce clean threads and strong tapping using quality tools.
