Question CWT Laminator Maintenance?

[mmblarg]

Hey all - we have a laminating table from CWT that's a pretty heft piece of equipment and are looking for materials regarding maintenance.

Not so much an issue as possibly the start of one - the rolling arm of this beast is gradually getting harder to push and pull as well as making more noise.

We can't seem to find anything online about general maintenance (nor on CWT's website) and are curious if any of you have experience with this brand.

 

[FatCat]

We have a 1-year old CWT 1640, haven't noticed anything binding yet, but I would guess maybe checking the bearings on the underside to make sure they are clean and lubed would be where I would start first. Then maybe look at the bearings on the roller itself? Also, don't hesitate to call CWT - they've been great to deal with on our end and I am sure they can offer you tips on how to get your table back in shape.

 

[ozzie2433]

HI FatCat! It does sound like a bearing to me too. I appreciate your fast response.

mmblarg call me at my office 800.899.7883 and let's get this resolved.

 

[Joe House]

There are 3 bearing ways on each side under the table where the bearings run. Clean them off isopropyl alcohol, then wipe down with White Lithium Grease. If this doesn't fix it, then the bearings are replaceable, there's even a video on how to do that. And +1 on calling CWT for help - they're great.

 

[ozzie2433]

There are 3 bearing ways on each side under the table where the bearings run. Clean them off isopropyl alcohol, then wipe down with White Lithium Grease. If this doesn't fix it, then the bearings are replaceable, there's even a video on how to do that. And +1 on calling CWT for help - they're great.

 

[mmblarg]

Thank you everyone for the quick advice! I apologize for taking a few days to get back to this thread!

 

[mmblarg]

So, I can't seem to edit the original post, but in case anyone was curious about the results - replacing the bearing has fixed the issue! Thank you so much to everyone, especially CWT themselves for personally reaching out to us and resolving this little hiccup so quickly! The level of ease and customer care has been top notch - Thank you again!