Southbend SB1023 manual About This Machine, Capabilities, Features

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Model SB1023

I N T R O D U C T I O N

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

INTRODUCTION

About This Machine

Capabilities

This 6 x 12" Surface Grinder allows you to smooth the surface of metallic workpieces. It utilizes a table that moves on a horizontal plane and a grinding wheel that moves along a vertical axis. By mounting a workpiece to the table, then moving the table and the grinding wheel during the grinding process, extremely small amounts of material can be removed to create high-tolerance flat surfaces.

One example of this type of work may occur when the table surface of a metalworking or woodworking machine needs to be made perfectly flat. By removing the table from the machine and processing it with a surface grinder, a perfectly flat surface can be created.

Another example of this type of work often occurs in the automotive industry. When a head gasket needs replacing, it is common practice to resurface the engine head to make sure it is perfectly flat, in case any warping has occurred. The head can be precisely ground using a surface grinder.

Features

Now that you know the basics of what this machine can do, take a minute to consider its features.

The SB1023 is equipped with easy-to-reach front-mounted handwheels for controlling table movement.

The table travels in the longitudinal direction on a ball-bearing supported table, driven by a rack-and-pinion mechanism. The stand doubles as a storage cabinet where you can keep the necessary tools and extra grinding wheels right where you need them.

The included diamond dresser is used to true the grinding wheel, ensuring high-precision results.

Aside from these features, we designed this machine to be extremely solid and durable. With thick, hardened steel ways, cast-iron construction, and Allen Bradley electrical components, this South Bend surface grinder is built to last.

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Contents 12 Surface Grinder Updates Customer ServiceScope of Manual Manual FeedbackTable of Contents About This Machine FeaturesCapabilities Identification IdentificationModel SB1023 Machine Specifications12 Surface Grinder Main Specifications Operation Information Basic Machine Safety Understanding Risks of MachineryF E T Y Additional Surface Grinder Safety For Power Connection For AssemblyThings Youll Need Typical preparation process is as followsUnpacking InventoryBefore cleaning, gather the following Cleaning & ProtectingBasic steps for removing rust preventative Location Leveling & Mounting Lifting & MovingLeveling Assembly To install the feetPower Connection SB1023 110V PrewiredTo convert the Model SB1023 to operate on 220V power SB1023 220V OptionInspections Adjustments Test RunInitial Lubrication To test run your machineOperationPERATIONOverview Controls Control panelWheel Selection Abrasive TypeGrit Size GradeRemoving & Installing Grinding Wheels To remove and install a grinding wheelRemove the grinding wheel, as shown in Figure Removing & Installing Wheel & Hub To remove and reinstall the wheel and hubRemove the spindle bolt Figure Wheel Inspection To inspect a wheel for damageWheel Dressing Ring TestTo perform a ring test To dress the grinding wheel Wheel BalancingTo balance the grinding wheel I N T E N a N C E Magnetic Chuck Setup for a Typical Grinding OperationGrinder Operation Using the Surface Grinder Grinding TipsMaintenance Schedule LubricationDaily Bi-weeklyLower column leadscrew Column & Table Gib Adjustment Handwheel Backlash AdjustmentShort-term storage less than year Machine StorageLongng-term-termstoragestorage more than a year Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Lectrical Safety Instructions Wiring Diagram Color KEYSB1023 Wiring Diagram MotorMotor Wired for Motor & Spindle DescriptionColumn See Table Parts List on Column Parts List Table Parts ListStand Machine Labels R R a N T Y #CRJB12368