Southbend SB1020 owner manual Description of Controls & Components

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 O P E R A T I O N Model SB1020

Description of Controls & Components

Refer to Figures 13–15and the following descriptions to become familiar with the basic controls and components used to operate this machine.

A.	Blade Tension Knob: Applies or releases
	blade tension.
B.	Blade Tension Gauge: Displays blade
	tension.
C.	Guide Post Lock Screw: Locks the guide post
	in the position set by the operator.
D.	Control Panel: Controls the electrical
	components of the machine.
E.	Downfeed Rate Adjust Knob: Controls the
	speed at which the blade lowers into the cut.
F.	Downfeed Valve: Controls the starting and
	stopping of the headstock downfeed.
G.	Work Stop: An adjustable stop for cutting
	multiple workpieces at the same length.
H.	Vise Slide Lock Lever: Locks the vise in the
	position set by the operator.
I.	Swivel Lock Handle: Locks the headstock in
	the position set by the operator.
J.	Vise Handwheel: Controls the vise jaw
	movement.

P.Main Power Switch: Turns the saw ON/OFF.

Q.Emergency Stop Button: Cuts power to the motor.

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Figure 13. Controls and components (front).

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Figure 14. Controls and components (rear).

K.	Headstock Handle: Serves as a lift-point for
	the headstock.
L.	Vise Jaw Quick Release Lever: Releases the
	vise leadscrew so the vise can quickly open
	or close without the use of the handwheel.
M.	Indicator Lamp: Lights when the saw is ON.
N.	Variable Blade Speed Knob: Adjusts the
	blade speed.
O.	ON Button: Starts the saw and coolant pump.

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Figure 15. Control panel.

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