Southbend SB1019 owner manual Cleaning, Lubrication

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 M A I N T E N A N C E Model SB1019

MaintenanceAINTENANCESchedule

!	Always disconnect
	machine from power before
	performing maintenance or
	serious personal injury may
	result.

For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section.

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, and empty the chip chute.

•Correct any other unsafe condition.

Monthly

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

•Lubricate all components outlined in this section, with the exception of the gearbox.

Yearly

•Lubricate gearbox.

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 to any area, wipe the area clean for best results.

Lubricate the following areas:

A.Blade Tension Mechanism: Open the main blade guard, then brush white lithium grease on the tension knob lead screw.

B.Blade and Guides: Drop a few drops of light machine oil on the blade and the blade guides daily.

C.Gear Box: Change the gear oil annually.

D.Table and Machined Surfaces: Keep bare metal surfaces rust-free with regular applications of a quality way oil.

E.Vise Leadscrew: Clean the leadscrew, then apply a thin coat of grease as needed.

A		!
		C
	B

E

D

Figure 36. Lubrication points.

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