Southbend South Bend SB1027 - Manual (Page 49)

For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09 Model SB1027
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M A I N T E N A N C E
4. Remove the brass bevel gear from the
leadscrew, then remove the leadscrew
alignment key (see Figure 54).
Figure 54. Power feed brass gear and leadscrew
alignment key.
Alignment Key
Brass Bevel Gear
5. Brush a light coat of lubricant on the teeth
of the bevel gear and the smaller drive gear
(see Figure 55).
6. Replace the leadscrew alignment key, then
align the bevel gear keyway with the key as
you slide the gear onto the leadscrew and
mesh its teeth with the drive gear.
7. Replace the graduated dial ring into position
and secure it with the knurled retaining
ring—do not overtighten.
8. Slide the ball handle onto the leadscrew,
align the keyway with the leadscrew
alignment key, then secure it with the hex
nut removed in Step 2.
9. Move the table with the power feed ball
handle to check the gear movement and to
distribute the grease on the gears. If the
movement is not smooth, repeat Steps 2–8
until it is.
Figure 55. Power feed brass gear and drive gear.
Drive Gear
Bevel Gear