Southbend SB1017 - Manual (Page 35)

MAINTENANCE
For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Model SB1017
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M A I N T E N A N C E
Maintenance Schedule
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.
• Correct any other unsafe condition.
Monthly
• Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.
• Lubricate tension leadscrew, guide post, and
vise leadscrew.
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, wipe the area clean for
best results. Lubricate the components shown in
Figure 48 with multi-purpose gear grease.
Gearbox
At least once a year, drain and replace the
gearbox oil.
Items Needed Qty
Wrench 4mm .........................................................1
Mobil Spartan EP220 or ISO 220 EP Equivalent
Gear Oil ........................ Approximately 1 Pint
Handheld Oil Pump ..............................................1
Shop Rags ...............................................As needed
Wooden Blocks .......................................As needed
To change the gearbox oil:
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Loosen the four hex bolts that secure the
machine to the cabinet.
3. With the help of another person, carefully
remove the saw from the stand and place
it on a workbench. Use wooden blocks to
support the machine so that the gearbox
cover is horizontal, as shown in Figure
49. This will prevent spilling of oil in the
following steps. Make sure the machine is
sufficiently supported and stable so that it
will not shift during this procedure.
Figure 48. Lubrication locations.
Vise Leadscrew
Tension
Leadscrew
Guide
Post
For optimum performance from your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to
any specific instructions given in this section.