Southbend sb1018 owner manual Description of Controls & Components

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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

O P E R A T I O N

Model SB1018

Description of Controls & Components

Refer to Figure 24 and the following descriptions to become familiar with the basic controls and components used to operate this machine.

A.Blade Tension Knob: Adjusts the position of the upper blade wheel to increase/decrease blade tension.

B.Guide Post Knob: Locks the guide post in the position set by the operator.

C.Downfeed Rate Adjust Knob: Controls the speed at which the blade lowers into the workpiece.

D.Downfeed Valve: Controls the starting and stopping of the headstock downfeed.

E.ON/OFF Switch & Auto-Off Lever: Turns the saw motor ON and OFF.

F.Swivel Lock Handle: Locks the headstock at the position set by the operator.

G.Vise Jaw Handwheel: Controls the vise jaw movement.

H.Downfeed Stop Bolt: Adjusts to determine the absolute bottom limit of blade travel.

I.Fence Scale: Indicates the angle of the vise fence.

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Figure 24. Front Identification.

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Contents 6 Swivel Mast Bandsaw Manual Feedback UpdatesCustomer Service Scope of ManualTable of Contents Capabilities FeaturesAbout This Machine Identification IdentificationMachine Specifications Machine SpecificationsOther Understanding Risks of Machinery Basic Machine SafetyF E T Y Additional Metal Bandsaw Safety Full-Load Current Rating Power Supply RequirementsThings Youll Need AvailabilityGrounding Requirements For 110V Connection PrewiredCircuit Information Circuit Requirements forExtension Cords UnpackingInventory Description Qty Basic steps for removing rust preventative Cleaning & ProtectingBefore cleaning, gather the following Location To assemble the bandsaw AssemblyLoosen the belt tension bolt shown in Figure Installing belt Removing shipping strap Power ConnectionTo test run your machine Inspections AdjustmentsTest Run OperationPERATIONOverview Description of Controls & Components Blade Width Blade SelectionBlade Terminology Blade LengthTooth Type Tooth SetTo select the correct blade pitch Blade Pitch TPITo change the blade on the bandsaw Blade ChangesMost common causes of avoidable blade breakage are Blade TensionBlade Breakage To tension the blade on the bandsawBlade Break-In Blade Care & Break-InBlade Speed Blade CareChip Inspection Chart Blade Speed ChartCuts to the Right Downfeed RateAngle Cuts Cuts to the Left ViseOperation Tips To adjust the blade guideWork Stop Blade GuideLubrication CleaningTo change the gearbox oil Machine StorageGearbox Blade Tracking To adjust the blade tracking on the bandsawTo square the blade to the table To adjust the blade guide bearingsBlade Guide Bearings Squaring BladeTo replace the V-belt BeltTo tighten the V-belt Pulley DeflectionDownfeed Stop To adjust the downfeed stop bolt and OFF button leverModel SB1018TROUBLESHOOTI NG For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Troubleshooti NG Troubleshooti NG Wiring Diagram Color KEY ElectricalL CTRICALSafety InstructionsTo convert the Model SB1018 to 220V ConversionWiring Diagram Wiring component locations Wiring Component LocationsBase & Cabinet Stand Description Base & Cabinet Stand Parts ListHead & Vise Head & Vise Parts List Motor & Blade Guides Motor & Blade Guides Parts List Switch PSBLABEL15S Electricity Label Machine LabelsR R a N T Y Southbendlathe.com