Spindle Lubrication Question - Specifically for a Sharp SV-2412 VMC

[AmericanMaker]

I don't know if this should be a question specifically for Sharp SV-2412 owners or not. Any insight is appreciated.

I'm reading through the lubrication section of my poorly worded Sharp SV-2412 manual.
It says (and yes, the entire manual is all uppercase) ...

CARTRIDGE SPINDLE IS SUPPORTING BY ACCURATE AND GREASED PACKED BEARINGS.
GREASE SEALED LUBRICATION IS EMPLOYED FOR SPINDLE BEARINGS.
( GREASE : KLUBER ISOFLEX NBU 15 (PA0040 - A26) )

Is there other spindle lubrication that I need to be manually applying in addition to the machines auto lubrication system? I have looked at the parts and maintenance manuals and I can't find a location to "grease" the bearings.

Also the machine has a 24 tool side-mounted ATC. The grease schedule in the manual is very unclear as to where to grease the ATC. I'd appreciate any tips regarding that as well.

Thanks!

 

[rklopp]

You don't grease a spindle like that unless you take it apart, clean out the old grease, and put in the proper (amazingly small) amount of new grease. This needs to be done in a very clean, dust-free environment. A grease job should last for many years barring mishaps like contamination.

 

[AmericanMaker]

I had a feeling, just wanted to confirm that. Thanks @rklopp.