For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

M A I N T E N A N C E

Model SB1020

Gearbox

 

Items Needed

Qty

Wrench 4mm

1

Mobilgear 600 XP 680 or ISO 680 Equivalent

Gear Oil

Approximately 1 Pint

Drain Pan

1

Shop Rags

As needed

Wooden Blocks

As needed

To change the gearbox oil:

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Loosen the gearbox fill plug (see Figure 39).

Fill Plug

Figure 39. Gearbox fill plug.

3.Place the drain pan under the drain plug, then remove the drain plug (see Figure 40) to drain the oil.

Drain Plug

Figure 40. Gear box lubrication.

4.Replace the drain plug, lower the headstock, then add oil through the fill plug hole until the oil level reaches the fill hole.

5.Replace the fill plug.

Machine Storage

All machinery will develop serious rust problems and corrosion damage if it is not properly prepared for storage. If decommissioning this machine, use the steps in this section to ensure that it remains in good condition.

To prepare your machine for storage or decommission it from service:

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Thoroughly clean all unpainted, bare metal surfaces, then coat them with a light weight grease or rust preventative. Take care to ensure these surfaces are completely covered but that the grease or rust preventative is kept off of painted surfaces.

If the machine will be out of service for only a short period of time, use a quality medium- weight machine oil (not auto engine oil) in place of the grease or rust preventative.

3.Loosen or remove the blade so it does not stretch or rust while the machine is stored.

4.If the machine will be out of service for only a short period of time, start the machine once a week and run all gear-driven components for a few minutes. This will put a fresh coat of gear oil on the gearing components inside the gearbox.

If it will be out of service for a long period of time, drain, then completely fill the gearbox with the recommended gear oil so components above the normal oil level do not develop rust. (Make sure to put a tag on the controls as a reminder for the re- commissioning process to adjust the gear oil level before starting the machine.)

5.Completely cover the machine with a tarp or plastic sheet that will keep out dust and resist liquid or moisture. If machine will be stored in/near direct sunlight, use a cover that will block the sun's rays.

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Southbend SB1020 owner manual Machine Storage, Gearbox, To change the gearbox oil