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Someone told me that any machine oil will do as long as there is no
detergent.
Can't use motor oil.
Can't use way oil.

Something about anti foaming.

What are the requirements on that oil?

I have a new PM1236 lathe, and I will need to change the oil after 10
or 20 hours.

The Leblond at work uses 20wt non detergent motor oil.

I was told to use DTE 68 for my Clausing. Hydraulic oil is available at your local
tractor supply http://www.tractorsupply.com

Wes

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