For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09

M A I N T E N A N C E

Model SB1016/SB1036

Checking & Adding Oil

Oil Type...Mobil DTE Light or ISO 32 Equivalent

Oil Amount

4 Gallons

Check/Add Frequency

Daily

Change Frequency

Annually

The oil sight glass shown in Figure 116 is to verify that oil is being pumped into the headstock during operation. When the lathe is disconnected from power, no oil will be seen in the sight glass. Adding oil is done at the oil tank filler cap shown in Figure 119.

Headstock Oil

Flow Sight Glass.

Tank Filler Cap

Figure 116. Headstock oil flow sight glass location.

The oil tank filler cap is fitted with a dip stick for checking the headstock oil level as shown in Figure 117.

Full Zone

Add Zone

Figure 117. Headstock oil level dip stick.

Changing Headstock Oil

The headstock oil pump system must be cleaned and the oil changed after the break-in period and then annually (or every six months with hard service or extreme working conditions).

Since this lathe uses a base-mounted oil tank, removing a drain plug and using a drain pan is not an option when draining the oil. We recommend using a remote oil pump with a suction hose that can be inserted through the filler spout to the bottom of the oil tank instead. If a remote oil pump system is not available, use the headstock oil pump for this purpose, as outlined below.

Items Needed:

 

Qty

5-Gallon Waste Oil Bucket with Lid

1

Phillips Screwdriver #2

1

Standard Screwdriver #2

1

Funnel 8"

1

Hex Wrench 4mm

1

Wrench 17mm

1

Wrench 25mm

1

Wrench 112"

1

Mineral Spirits

As Required

Rags

As Required

Gasket or Automotive Silicone Sealant

1

Hose Clamp

12" Dia.

Rubber Drain Hose

38" ID x 4' Long

Magnets

Optional

To to change the headstock oil:

1.DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!

2.Remove the end gear cover, the tank cover (see Figure 118), and remove the oil tank filler cap (see Figure 119).

End Gear Cover

Tank Cover

Figure 118. Tank cover plate removed.

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