Southbend owner manual Model SB1020

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9" x 12" Horizontal Variable Speed

Metal-cutting Bandsaw

with Sliding ViSe

MODEL SB1020

OWNER'S MANUAL

Hundreds of Thousands of Lathes Sold With a Tradition of Quality Since 1906!

Copyright © May, 2010

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

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Contents Model SB1020 Customer Service UpdatesScope of Manual Manual FeedbackTable of Contents About This Machine FeaturesCapabilities Identification IdentificationMachine Specifications Other Understanding Risks of Machinery Basic Machine SafetyF E T Y Additional Metal Bandsaw Safety Reparation Overview Power Supply RequirementsThings Youll Need AvailabilityCircuit Information For 110V Connection PrewiredCircuit Requirements for Grounding RequirementsInventory UnpackingExtension Cords Before cleaning, gather the following Cleaning & ProtectingBasic steps for removing rust preventative Location Leveling & Mounting Lifting & MovingLeveling Machine Mounts Bolting to Concrete FloorsMachine Setup Power ConnectionTo set up the machine Test Run Inspections AdjustmentsTo test run your machine OperationPERATIONOverview Description of Controls & Components Blade Terminology Blade SelectionBlade Length Blade WidthTooth Type Tooth SetTo select the correct blade pitch Blade Pitch TPITo change the blade on the bandsaw Blade ChangesBlade Breakage Blade TensionTo tension the blade on the bandsaw Most common causes of avoidable blade breakage areDownfeed Rate Blade Care & Break-InDownfeed Pressure Blade CareChip Inspection Chart Blade Speed ChartWork Stop Angle CutsCuts to the Right Cuts to the LeftBlade Guide To adjust the blade guideVise Quick Release Workpiece HoldingCutting Fluid System Cutting FluidTo use the cutting fluid system Coolant control valve Operation TipsSBL Gearhead T-Shirt SBL One Good Turn T-Shirt AccessoriesLubrication CleaningGearbox Machine StorageTo change the gearbox oil Troubleshooting Blade Selection section beginning on Troubleshooting To adjust the angle stops To adjust the blade brushBlade Brush Angle StopsTo adjust the blade tension switch Limit SwitchesTo adjust the downfeed stop bolt To adjust the headstock travel switchDownfeed Stop Bolt To square the blade to the table Squaring BladeT E S Wiring Diagram Color KEY ElectricalL CTRICALSafety InstructionsTo convert the Model SB1020 to 220V ConversionElectrical G110 VAC ComponentsWiringWiring DiagramCoolant pump motor location Wiring Component LocationsCabinet & Base Description Cabinet & Base Parts ListHead Head Parts List Drive Wheel Machine Labels R R a N T Y Southbendlathe.com