Southbend sb1018 owner manual Identification

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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

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

Model SB1018

Identification

 

 

Blade Tension

Guide Post

Belt Cover

 

Knob

 

Knob

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blade

Motor

 

 

Downfeed

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rate Adjust

 

 

 

Knob

 

Downfeed

 

Downfeed

 

Stop Bolt

 

Headstock

 

 

Ram

 

 

 

ON/OFF Switch

 

 

 

w/Auto-Off Lever

 

 

 

 

Vise

 

 

 

Jaw

 

 

 

Vise Jaw

 

 

 

Handwheel

Front View

 

 

Transport

 

 

Handle

 

 

Cabinet Access

Rear View

 

 

 

Leveling Foot

Door

 

Figure 1. Identification.

Serious personal injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before completing the setup process. DO NOT connect power until instructed to do so later in this manual.

Untrained users have an increased risk of seriously injuring themselves with this machine. Do not operate this machine until you have understood this entire manual and received proper training.

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Contents 6 Swivel Mast Bandsaw Customer Service UpdatesScope of Manual Manual FeedbackTable 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 Things Youll Need Power Supply RequirementsAvailability Full-Load Current RatingCircuit Information For 110V Connection PrewiredCircuit Requirements for Grounding RequirementsExtension 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 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 areBlade Speed Blade Care & Break-InBlade Care Blade Break-InChip Inspection Chart Blade Speed ChartCuts to the Right Downfeed RateAngle Cuts Cuts to the Left ViseWork Stop To adjust the blade guideBlade Guide Operation TipsLubrication CleaningTo change the gearbox oil Machine StorageGearbox Blade Tracking To adjust the blade tracking on the bandsawBlade Guide Bearings To adjust the blade guide bearingsSquaring Blade To square the blade to the tableTo tighten the V-belt BeltPulley Deflection To replace the V-beltDownfeed 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