Southbend SB1025, SB1026, SB1024 owner manual Head Movement, Tilting Head

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SB1024/SB1025/SB1026

O P E R A T I O N

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

Head Movement

The head tilts 45° back and forth, and rotates 90° left and right, as shown in Figures 21–22.

45°

Always lock the head firmly in place after tilting or rotating it. Unexpected movement of the head during operations could cause damage to the cutter or workpiece.

Tool Needed

Qty

Wrench 19mm

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Tilting Head

1.DISCONNECT MILL FROM POWER!

2.Loosen the three tilt lock bolts on the right side of the ram adapter shown in Figure 23.

Figure 21. Head tilts 45° back-and-forth.

90°

Tilt Bolt

!

Figure 22. Head tilts 90° left-and-right.

Lock Bolts

Figure 23. Head tilting controls.

3.Use one hand to apply pressure to the head in the direction of rotation, then slowly rotate the tilt bolt. Rotating this bolt clockwise will tilt the head back.

4.When the head is in the correct position for your operation, re-tighten all three lock bolts.

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Contents 42 Milling Machine Scope of Manual UpdatesCustomer Service Manual FeedbackTable of Contents Parts Foreword FeaturesAbout These Machines CapabilitiesFront View Identification Identification-front view Model SB1024 shownModel SB1024 Belt Housing Headstock Identification Model SB1024 belt housing and headstock identificationModel SB1025/SB1026 Belt Housing Headstock Identification Model SB1024 42 Variable Speed Milling Machine Power Feed Machine SpecificationsTable Information Model SB1025 42 Milling Machine Power Feed 80, 140, 220, 325 RPM Model SB1026 42 Milling Machine Power Feed High Range of Spindle Speeds Basic Machine Safety Understanding Risks of MachineryF E T Y Additional Milling Machine Safety Preparation Overview Things Youll NeedUnpacking InventoryBefore cleaning, gather the following Cleaning & ProtectingBasic steps for removing rust preventative Location Lifting & Moving To lift and move the millBolting to Concrete Floors Leveling & MountingLeveling Ball Handles AssemblyTo install the ball handles Knee CrankFront way cover installed Way CoversSB1024 Power ConnectionSB1025 220V 3-Phase SB1026Test Run Initial LubricationTo test run the machine To test the X-axis power feed unit and table limit switch To perform the spindle break-in procedure Inspections AdjustmentsSpindle Break-In Operation Overview A typical milling operation, the operator does the followingControl Panel Table MovementGraduated Index Rings Table LocksAxis Power Feed To operate the X-axis power feedHead Movement Tilting HeadRotating Head Tramming SpindleTo tram the spindle to the table Tools Needed QtyPlace the parallel block directly under Moving Ram Back-and-Forth Ram MovementRotating Ram Setting Spindle Speed Range Setting Spindle SpeedDetermining Spindle Speed Setting SB1024 Spindle Speed Range Model SB1024 Spindle Speed RangesSetting SB1025/SB1026 Spindle Speed Range Model SB1025 Spindle Speed RangesMeshing Spindle & Spindle Clutch Setting Spindle Speed Setting SB1024 Spindle SpeedSetting SB1025/SB1026 Spindle Speed F2/R2Using the Coarse Downfeed Handle Downfeed ControlsManual Disengaged Position Auto-Downfeed Engaged Position Using the Fine Downfeed Handwheel Fine Downfeed ControlsUsing the Auto-Downfeed System To use the auto-downfeed systemSpindle Brake = 0.006 in./rev = 0.0015 in./rev = 0.003 in./revLoading Tooling Loading/Unloading ToolingUnloading Tooling Ongoing Maintenance ScheduleBefore Beginning Operations Daily, After OperationsMonth/Year LubricationLubrication CleaningUnpainted & Machined Surfaces Quill Table Ways One-Shot OilerSpeed Range Bearing Sleeve SB1024 Only Headstock GearingRam Ways Power Feed GearsTo lubricate the power feed gears Head & Ram Rack & Pinion GearPower feed ball handle removed Drive Gear Bevel Gear To clean out the coolant reservoir Cleaning Coolant ReservoirCleaning HazardsMachine Storage Lubrication section beginning onAdjusting Gibs Disconnect Mill from Power Before Adjusting the GibsAdjusting Leadscrew Backlash Longitudinal Leadscrew BacklashCross Leadscrew Backlash Ball handle, rings, and key removed from Cross leadscrewSymptom Possible Cause Possible Solution TR O U B L E S H O OTI N G Electrical Safety Instructions Wiring Overview Wiring Diagram Color KEYSB1024/SB1026 Electrical Box Box, SeeSB1024/SB1026 Electrical Components Control Panel Viewed From Behind See FigureSB1024/SB1026 Electrical Component Pictures Motor junction boxSB1025 Electrical Box SB1025 Electrical Components SB1025 Electrical Component Pictures SB1025 Motor junction boxHeadstock Headstock Parts List DescriptionReverse Trip Ball Lever Quill SB1024 Gearbox SB1024 Gearbox Parts List DescriptionSB1025/SB1026 Gearbox SB1025/SB1026 Gearbox Parts List SB1024 Belt Housing SB1024 Belt Housing Parts List SB1025/SB1026 Belt Housing SB1025/SB1026 Belt Housing Parts List CAM Ring Screw M6-1 XRam Ram Parts List 668 Column, Knee, & Saddle Parts List Saddle GIB709 Table Parts List Leadscrew NUT BracketOne-Shot Oiler C D E F G HSB1024/SB1026 Electrical Box & Control Panel Electrical BoxSB1025 Electrical Box & Control Panel Control PanelAccessories SB1024 Head Machine Labels SB1024 Main Machine Labels 220V 1PH LabelSB1025/SB1026 Machine Labels Page R R a N T Y Southbendlathe.com