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South Bend Lathe Co.

P.O. Box 2027

Bellingham, WA 98227

PHONE: (360) 734-1540 (Administrative Ofﬁces)

FAX: (360) 676-1075 (International)

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Contents

6 Swivel Mast Bandsaw Updates Customer ServiceScope of Manual Manual Feedback Table of Contents Capabilities FeaturesAbout This Machine Identification Identification Machine Specifications Machine Specifications Other Basic Machine Safety Understanding Risks of Machinery F E T Y Additional Metal Bandsaw Safety Power Supply Requirements Things Youll NeedAvailability Full-Load Current Rating For 110V Connection Prewired Circuit InformationCircuit Requirements for Grounding Requirements Extension Cords UnpackingInventory Description Qty Basic steps for removing rust preventative Cleaning & ProtectingBefore cleaning, gather the following Location Assembly To assemble the bandsaw Loosen the belt tension bolt shown in Figure Installing belt Power Connection Removing shipping strap To test run your machine Inspections AdjustmentsTest Run OperationPERATIONOverview Description of Controls & Components Blade Selection Blade TerminologyBlade Length Blade Width Tooth Set Tooth Type Blade Pitch TPI To select the correct blade pitch Blade Changes To change the blade on the bandsaw Blade Tension Blade BreakageTo tension the blade on the bandsaw Most common causes of avoidable blade breakage are Blade Care & Break-In Blade SpeedBlade Care Blade Break-In Blade Speed Chart Chip Inspection Chart Cuts to the Right Downfeed RateAngle Cuts Vise Cuts to the Left To adjust the blade guide Work StopBlade Guide Operation Tips Cleaning Lubrication To change the gearbox oil Machine StorageGearbox To adjust the blade tracking on the bandsaw Blade Tracking To adjust the blade guide bearings Blade Guide BearingsSquaring Blade To square the blade to the table Belt To tighten the V-beltPulley Deflection To replace the V-belt To adjust the downfeed stop bolt and OFF button lever Downfeed Stop Model SB1018TROUBLESHOOTI NG For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Troubleshooti NG Troubleshooti NG ElectricalL CTRICALSafety Instructions Wiring Diagram Color KEY 220V Conversion To convert the Model SB1018 to Wiring Diagram Wiring Component Locations Wiring component locations Base & Cabinet Stand Base & Cabinet Stand Parts List Description Head & Vise Head & Vise Parts List Motor & Blade Guides Motor & Blade Guides Parts List Switch Machine Labels PSBLABEL15S Electricity Label R R a N T Y Southbendlathe.com