Southbend 1368, SB owner manual Lubrication, Ball Oilers, Worm Gear & Shaft, M A I N T E N A N C E

Mfg. Since 10/09 M A I N T E N A N C E SB1363-64/SB1367-68

Lubrication

The recommended schedule on the previous page for the lubrication tasks is based on light-to-medium usage. Keeping in mind that lubrication helps to protect the value and operation of the rotary table, these lubrication tasks may need to be performed more frequently than recommended, depending on usage.

Failure to follow reasonable lubrication practices as instructed in this manual could lead to premature failure of the rotary table components and will void the warranty.

Ball Oilers

There are two ball oilers (see Figure 14) that must be lubricated before daily use, or more often with heavy use.

Ball Oilers

Figure 14. Locations of the two ball

oilers.

Important: Use an oil can or gun that has a plastic or rubber tip. Metal tips can damage the ball and spring inside the oilers.

Clean away debris and grime from around the ball oilers, then depress the ball with the oil can tip to add oil until it is seen exiting between the parts. Clean away any excess lubricant, then rotate the table at least one full revolution to evenly disperse the lubricant.

Worm Gear & Shaft

To gain access to the worm gear and shaft for cleaning and lubrication, you need to remove the table from the cast iron housing.

Items NeededQty

Hex Wrench 3mm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Dead Blow Hammer. .	.	.	.	.	. 1
Stiff-Bristled Brush. .	.	.	.	.	. 1
Shop Rags	. As Needed
Mineral Spirits. . . .	. As Needed

MP Gear Grease. . . . As Needed

To remove the table and clean/ lubricate the worm gear and shaft:

1.Remove the table lock assemblies, as shown in Figure 15.

Figure 15. Table lock assemblies removed (Model SB1364 shown).

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