MAiNtENANCE
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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09
Model SB1020 MAiNtENANCE

Maintenance Schedule

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

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

• Lubricateall components outlined in this
section, with the exception of the gearbox.
• Monitorgearboxoillevelbyremovingthefill
plug and checking that the oil level is even
with the fill hole (with headstock lowered)

Yearly

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

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 regular
applications of a high 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 to any area, wipe the
area clean to avoid contamination.

Lubricate the following areas:

A. Blade tension Mechanism: Open the main
blade guard, then drop a few drops of oil on
the tension knob lead screw.
B. Blade and guides: Drop a few drops of light
machine oil on the blade and the blade
guides daily.
C. gear Box: Change the gear oil annually.
D. table and Machined Surfaces: Keep bare
metal surfaces rust-free with regular
applications of a quality way oil.
E. Vise Leadscrew: Clean the leadscrew, then
brush on a thin layer oft grease as needed.
Figure 38. Lubrication points.
A
B
C
D
E