Southbend SB1059F owner manual Chip Drawer, Coolant System

For Machines Mfg. Since 3/11 O P E R A T I O N EVS Toolroom Lathe w/DRO

Chip Drawer

The chip drawer shown in Figure 88 catches swarf and metal chips during the machining process. It slides open to provide access to swarf during cleanup.

Coolant System

When the coolant pump switch is turned ON, the fluid is delivered through the nozzle attached to the carriage. The flow is controlled by the valve lever at the base of the nozzle (see Figure 89).

Also, the chip drawer contains a screen that allows run-off coolant to drain back into the

Coolant

Nozzle

reservoir.

Figure 88. Chip drawer.

If pulled out quickly and more than halfway, the drawer could fall out and hit your legs and feet, causing impact injuries. Always open the drawer slowly and avoid opening it more than halfway.

& Valve

Pump Switch

Lever

Figure 89. Coolant system controls.

Always use high quality coolant and follow the manufacturer's instructions for diluting. The quick reference table shown in Figure 90 can help you select the appropriate fluid.

Refer to Coolant System Service on Page 75 for detailed instructions on how to add or change fluid. Check the coolant regularly and promptly change it when it becomes overly dirty or rancid, or as recommended by the fluid manufacturer.

Workpiece	Dry	Water	Synthetic	Sulferized	Mineral
		Soluble Oil	Coolants	Oil	OIl
Aluminum		X	X
Brass	X	X	X
Bronze	X	X	X		X
Cast iron	X
Low Carbon Steel		X	X
Alloy Metals		X	X	X	X
Stainless Steel		X	X	X	X

General Note: Coolants are used for heavy-duty lathe operations and production turning. Oil-water emulsions and synthetic cutting fluids are the most common for typical lathe operations. Sulferized oils often are used for threading. For small projects, spot lubrications can be done with an oil can or brush, or omitted completely.

Figure 90. Coolant selection table.

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