Southbend SB1025 User Manual

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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09

SB1024/SB1025/SB1026

The method of lifting and moving the mill 
described below requires at least two other 
people for assistance and a forklift with two 
lifting web straps rated for at least 3000 lbs. 
each.

Important: Before lifting the mill, make sure 
the four turret lock bolts (two on either side of 
the ram) are torqued to 47 ft/lbs.

  Swing the ram around 180° from the position 

that it was shipped in, then rotate the 
head upright, as illustrated in Figure 6 
(refer to Ram Movement on Page 36 and 
Headstock Movement on Page 32 for 
detailed instructions).

 After re-positioning the ram and 

headstock, make sure they are locked in 
place to prevent unexpected movement 
during lifting and moving.

  Place the lifting web straps under the ram 

and connect them to the safety hook, as 
illustrated in Figure 6.

 Place padding between the straps and the 

mill to protect the ram and ways, and to 
keep from cutting the web straps.

  Unbolt the mill from the shipping pallet.

  With your assistants steadying the load to 

keep it from swaying, lift the mill a couple of 
inches.

— If the mill tips to one side, lower to the 

ground and adjust the ram or table to 
balance the load. Make sure to re-tighten 
the lock levers and bolts before lifting the 
mill again.

— If the mill lifts evenly, continue to move it 

to its permanent location.