Southbend SB1001 owner manual Jaw Chuck, Bedways & Slides

Model SB1001 8K™ Lathe

S E R V I C E For Machines Mfg. Since 8/11

3-Jaw Chuck

Oil Type ...... Mobil Vactra 2 or ISO 68 Equivalent

Lubrication Device	Pump-Type Oil Gun
Oil Amount	As Needed
Lubrication Frequency	Daily

Proper lubrication of the chuck ball oiler (see Figure 86) is done with a pump-type oil gun that has a plastic or rubberized cone tip. We do not recommend using metal needle or lance tips as they can push the ball too far into the oiler, break the spring seat, and lodge the ball into the oil galley.

Ball

Oiler

Figure 86. Chuck ball oiler.

Push the rubber or plastic tip of the oil can nozzle against the ball oiler to create a hydraulic seal, then pump the oil can once or twice. If you see sludge and contaminants coming out of the lubrication area, keep pumping the oil gun until clean oil runs out. When finished, wipe away any excess oil.

Use the chuck key to rotate the chuck scroll gear several times to distribute the oil.

Bedways & Slides

Oil Type ...... Mobil Vactra 2 or ISO 68 Equivalent

Oil Amount	As Needed
Lubrication Frequency	Daily

Move the carriage, cross slide, and compound rest (see Figure 87) to reach all surfaces, and pay special attention to the dovetail ways of the slides. Apply a thin coat of oil to them with a lightly-oiled shop rag to prevent rust and corrosion, and to ensure smooth operation.

Cross

Slide

Compound

Rest

Bedway

Figure 87. Bedway and slides.

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