Southbend sb1018 owner manual Cleaning, Lubrication

Model SB1018 M A I N T E N A N C E For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

MaintenanceAINTENANCESchedule

For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section.

!	Always disconnect
	machine from power before
	performing maintenance or
	serious personal injury may
	result.

Daily

•Check/correct loose mounting bolts.

•Check/correct damaged or dull saw blade.

•Check/correct worn or damaged wires.

•Clean/protect table.

•Clean metal chips from upper and lower wheel areas, and empty the chip chute.

•Correct any other unsafe condition.

Monthly

•Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.

•Lubricate all components outlined in this section, with the exception of the gearbox.

Yearly

•Lubricate gearbox.

Cleaning

Use a brush and a shop vacuum to remove chips and other debris from the machine. Keep the non-painted surfaces rust-free with a quality rust preventative.

Periodically, remove the blade and thoroughly clean all metal chips or built-up grease from the wheel surfaces and blade housing.

Lubrication

Before applying lubricant, wipe the area clean for best results.

Lubricate the following areas

A.Blade Tension Mechanism: Open the main blade guard, and apply a few drops of oil on the tension knob lead screw.

B.Blade and Guides: Apply a few drops of light machine oil on the blade and the blade guides daily.

C.Gear Box: Change the gear oil annually (Page 33).

D.Table and Machined Surfaces: Keep bare metal surfaces rust-free with regular applications of a quality rust preventative. For long term storage you may want to consider products like Boeshield T-9™.

E.Vise Leadscrew: Clean the leadscrew, then paint it with multi-purpose grease as needed.

AC B

E

D

Figure 43. Lubrication points.

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