Controls – Southbend SB1017 User Manual
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For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09
Model SB1017
O P E R A T I O N
Controls
Refer to Figures 20–21 and the following
descriptions to become familiar with the basic
controls of this machine.
A.
Blade Tension Knob:
Adjusts the position
of the upper blade wheel to apply or release
blade tension.
B.
Guide Post Knob:
Locks the guide post in
the position set by the operator.
C.
Downfeed Rate Adjust Knob:
Controls
the speed at which the blade lowers into the
workpiece.
D.
Downfeed Valve:
Controls the starting and
stopping of the headstock downfeed.
E.
Work Stop Lock Knob:
Locks the work stop
in the position set by the operator.
F.
ON/OFF Toggle Switch:
Turns the saw
motor ON or OFF.
G. V
ise Jaw Handwheel:
Controls the vise jaw
movement.
H. D
ownfeed Stop Bolt:
Adjusts to determine
the absolute bottom limit of blade travel.
I. He
ad Locking Pin:
Can be inserted into one
of three holes to lock the head in the down,
up, or vertical positions.
J. V
ise Jaw Lock Bolt:
Locks the vise jaw at
the angle set by the operator.
K. F
eed Pressure Handle:
Controls the feed
pressure by increasing or decreasing preload
on the feed pressure spring.
L. T
ransport Handle:
Provides a solid control
point for moving the machine.
M.
Fence Scale:
Indicates the angle of the vise
fence.
N. Vi
se Fence Bolts (behind fence):
Lock the
fence at the angle set by the operator.
A
H
G
F
B
C
D
E
Figure 20. Front Identification.
Figure 21. Rear Identification.
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