MAINTENANCE
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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09
Model SB1018
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule
Daily
• Check/correctloosemountingbolts.
• Check/correct damaged or dull saw blade.
• Check/correct worn or damaged wires.
• Clean/protect table.
• Cleanmetalchipsfromupperandlower
wheel areas, and empty the chip chute.
• Correct any other unsafe condition.
Monthly
• CheckforV-belttension,damage,orwear.
• Lubricateall components outlined in this
section, with the exception of the gearbox.
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
andotherdebrisfromthemachine.Keepthe
non-painted surfaces rust-free with a 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 following areas
A. Blade Tension Mechanism: Open the main
blade guard, and apply a few drops of oil on
the tension knob lead screw.
B. Blade and Guides: Apply a few drops of
light machine oil on the blade and the blade
guides daily.
C. Gear Box: Change the gear oil annually
(Page 33).
D. Table and Machined Surfaces: Keepbare
metal surfaces rust-free with regular
applications of a quality rust preventative.
For long term storage you may want to
consider products like Boeshield T-9™.
E. Vise Leadscrew: Clean the leadscrew,
then paint it with multi-purpose grease as
needed.
Figure 43. Lubrication points.
A
B
C
D
E
For optimum performance from your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to
any specific instructions given in this section.