I've got a Whacheon WL-435 (17x40) and it's time to change the headstock oil. I don't have a manual. The machine does have a plate specifying appropriate oil options. I was planning on buying "Mobil DTE Oil Light" (one of the listed options) as there's a distributer nearby.
I don't see an obvious drain plug. If there is one, where is it? If not, do I remove the top cover and scoop the old oil out, or...?
Also, the lubrication plate specifies the above DTE oil (or equivalent) for the headstock AND GEARBOX. However, a different plate above the fill hole for the gearbox says "WAY LUBE ONLY". I am assuming that by "gearbox" the maker meant the quick change gears, which is what that fill hole feeds. If they meant the speed change gears, those APPEAR to be up in the headstock proper and it'd make sense that they got the DTE. I don't see any separate way to lube the "headstock" from the "gearbox" however if that is the case.
Appreciate any help with this! Thanks.
I don't see an obvious drain plug. If there is one, where is it? If not, do I remove the top cover and scoop the old oil out, or...?
Also, the lubrication plate specifies the above DTE oil (or equivalent) for the headstock AND GEARBOX. However, a different plate above the fill hole for the gearbox says "WAY LUBE ONLY". I am assuming that by "gearbox" the maker meant the quick change gears, which is what that fill hole feeds. If they meant the speed change gears, those APPEAR to be up in the headstock proper and it'd make sense that they got the DTE. I don't see any separate way to lube the "headstock" from the "gearbox" however if that is the case.
Appreciate any help with this! Thanks.