Southbend SB1027 owner manual Spindle Brake, Positions of the auto-downfeed rate Selector

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 O P E R A T I O N Model SB1027

To avoid the risk of gear damage, always start spindle rotation before using the auto- downfeed rate selector.

7.Select one of the three downfeed rates by pulling the auto-downfeed rate selector knob out, position the selector over the appropriate detent, then release the knob. Make sure the pin is firmly seated by attempting to move the selector without pulling the knob out.

Note: Refer to the illustration in Figure 41 when selecting the downfeed rate.

H

L

M

H = 0.006 in./rev. L = 0.0015 in./rev. M = 0.003 in./rev.

(Rates given in inches of travel per revolution of the spindle)

Figure 41. Positions of the auto-downfeed rate

selector.

8.Use the coarse downfeed lever to lower the spindle slightly until you can pull the clutch lever out to the left and it locks in place, which will start the auto-downfeed spindle travel.

Spindle Brake

When pressed backward, the spindle brake lever (see Figure 42) activates a switch that turns the spindle motor OFF and engages drum-type brake pads to stop spindle rotation.

Spindle

Brake Lever

Figure 42. Location of the spindle brake lever.

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