Southbend SB1020 User Manual

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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

Model SB1020

For optimum performance from your machine, 

follow this maintenance schedule and refer to 

any specific instructions given in this section.

•  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, and empty the chip chute.

•  Correct any other unsafe condition.

•  Lubricate all components outlined in this 

section, with the exception of the gearbox.

•  Monitor gearbox oil level by removing the fill

plug and checking that the oil level is even 

with the fill hole (with headstock lowered)

•  Lubricate gearbox.

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.

Before applying lubricant to any area, wipe the 

area clean to avoid contamination. 

A.  Blade tension Mechanism: Open the main 

blade guard, then drop a few drops of oil on 

the tension knob lead screw.

B.  Blade and guides: Drop a few drops of light 

machine oil on the blade and the blade 

guides daily.

C.  gear Box: Change the gear oil annually.

D.  table and Machined Surfaces: Keep bare 

metal surfaces rust-free with regular 

applications of a quality way oil.

E.  Vise Leadscrew: Clean the leadscrew, then 

brush on a thin layer oft grease as needed.