Southbend Swivel Mast Bandsaw sb1018 - Manual (Page 23)

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Model SB1018
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O P E R A T I O N
Description of Controls
& Components
Refer to Figure 24 and the following
descriptions to become familiar with the basic
controls and components used to operate this
machine.
A. B lade Tension Knob: Adjusts the position
of the upper blade wheel to increase/decrease
blade tension.
B. Gu ide Post Knob: Locks the guide post in
the position set by the operator.
C. Do wnfeed Rate Adjust Knob: Controls
the speed at which the blade lowers into the
workpiece.
D. D ownfeed Valve: Controls the starting and
stopping of the headstock downfeed.
E. ON/OFF Switch & Auto-Off Lever: Turns
the saw motor ON and OFF.
F. Swivel Lock Handle: Locks the headstock
at the position set by the operator.
G. Vise Jaw Handwheel: Controls the vise jaw
movement.
H. Downfeed Stop Bolt: Adjusts to determine
the absolute bottom limit of blade travel.
I. Fence Scale: Indicates the angle of the vise
fence.
A
H
I
G
F
B
C
D
E
Figure 24. Front Identification.