Southbend SB1017 Manual

A SERVICE OF

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MAINTENANCE

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Model SB1017

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MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule

Daily

• Check/correctloosemountingbolts.

• Check/correct damaged or dull saw blade.

• Check/correct worn or damaged wires.

• Clean/protect table.

• Cleanmetalchipsfromupperandlower

wheel areas.

• Correct any other unsafe condition.

Monthly

• CheckforV-belttension,damage,orwear.

• Lubricatetensionleadscrew, guide post, and

vise leadscrew.

Yearly

• Lubricate gearbox.

Always disconnect

machine from power before

performing maintenance or

serious personal injury may

result.

!

Cleaning

Use a brush and a shop vacuum to remove chips

andotherdebrisfromthemachine.Keepthe

non-painted surfaces rust-free with regular

applications of a high-quality rust preventative.

Periodically, remove the blade and thoroughly

clean all metal chips or built-up grease from the

wheel surfaces and blade housing.

Lubrication

Before applying lubricant, wipe the area clean for

best results. Lubricate the components shown in

Figure 48 with multi-purpose gear grease.

Gearbox

At least once a year, drain and replace the

gearbox oil.

Items Needed Qty

Wrench 4mm .........................................................1

Mobil Spartan EP220 or ISO 220 EP Equivalent

Gear Oil ........................ Approximately 1 Pint

Handheld Oil Pump ..............................................1

Shop Rags ...............................................As needed

Wooden Blocks .......................................As needed

To change the gearbox oil:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Loosen the four hex bolts that secure the

machine to the cabinet.

3. With the help of another person, carefully

remove the saw from the stand and place

it on a workbench. Use wooden blocks to

support the machine so that the gearbox

cover is horizontal, as shown in Figure

49. This will prevent spilling of oil in the

following steps. Make sure the machine is

sufficiently supported and stable so that it

will not shift during this procedure.

Figure 48. Lubrication locations.

Vise Leadscrew

Tension

Leadscrew

Guide

Post

For optimum performance from your machine,

follow this maintenance schedule and refer to

any speciﬁc instructions given in this section.