Southbend SB1017 - Manual (Page 36)

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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Model SB1017 M A I N T E N A N C E
Figure 49. Gear box location.
Gear Box
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 way oil or a good
grade of medium-weight machine oil (not
auto engine oil) in place of the grease or rust
preventative.
3. Loosen or remove the belt so it does not
become stretched during storage.
4. Remove the four hex bolts that secure the
gearbox cover, then remove the gearbox
cover and downfeed ram bracket.
5. Use a handheld oil pump to draw the oil out
of the gearbox, then use a rag to remove any
remaining oil and sediment.
6. Add oil to the gearbox until it is
approximately half full, then replace the
gearbox cover.
Hex Bolts
Gear Box
Cover
Downfeed
Ram Bracket
!
If the V-belt shows signs of excessive wear, such
as cracking or fraying, it must be replaced.
V-Belt Replacement
To replace the V-belt
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2. Open the belt cover, then loosen the belt
tension bolt shown in Figure 50 to allow the
motor to pivot.
3. Lift the motor to relieve the belt tension,
then remove the belt.
4. Install a new belt, then release the motor
and let its weight tension the belt.
5. Re-tighten the belt tension bolt and close the
belt cover.
Figure 50. Motor tension bolt.
Belt Tension Bolt