Arbor Press Periodic Maintenance

Service manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17N-GZd98lkBZe_qzui03i1omQ-WQyV2a/view

Clean and Lubricate

1. Wipe off or vacuum the accumulated debris and dust.
   
2. Lubricate the arbor press ram with a light machine oil.

Check and Service Ram

Check the ram for side-to-side and front-to-back play. If the play is excessive (per page 6 of the service manual):

1. Loosen the hex nuts (11).
   
2. Adjust (tighten) the screws (10 on side, 9 in front) just enough to eliminate the excess play.
3. Tighten them equally to assure even contact with the ram (4).
   
4. Hold the screw (10 or 9) in position and tighten the hex nut (11). 
   
5. Check to make sure the amount of play is acceptable.