Cleaning; Lubrication - Southbend SB1063 Owner's Manual

Model SB1063

Cleaning

Regular cleaning is one of the most important
steps in taking good care of this machine. In
most shops, each operator is responsible for
cleaning the machine immediately after using it
or at the end of the day. We recommend that the
cleaning routine be planned into the workflow
schedule, so that adequate time is set aside to do
the job right.
Typically, the easiest way to clean swarf from the
ways and table is to use a wet/dry shop vacuum
that is dedicated for this purpose only. The small
chips left over after vacuuming can be wiped up
with a slightly oiled rag. Avoid using compressed
air to blow off chips, as it may drive them deeper
into moving surfaces and could cause sharp chips
to fly into your face or hands.
All visible swarf should be removed daily from
the mill during cleaning.
Unpainted & Machined Surfaces
Besides the ways, all other unpainted and
machined surfaces should be wiped down daily
to keep them rust-free and in top condition. This
includes any surface that is vulnerable to rust
if left unprotected (especially any parts that
are exposed to water-soluble cutting fluids).
Typically, a thin film of oil is all that is necessary
for protection.
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M A I N T E N A N C E

Lubrication

The mill has numerous moving metal-to-
metal contacts that require regular and proper
lubrication to ensure efficient and long-lasting
operation, and to protect your investment.
Other than the lubrication points covered in
this section, all other bearings are internally
lubricated and sealed at the factory. Simply leave
them alone unless they need to be replaced.
Before performing any lubrication task other
than using the electronic oiler, DISCONNECT
THE MILL FROM POWER! Always clean away
grime before lubricating.
IMPORTANT: For all lubrication tasks, first
clean the debris and grime from the oil cup or
grease fitting and the immediate area to prevent
contamination of the oil cups, grease fittings, or
new lubricant.
Use the schedule and information in Figure 29
as a daily guide for lubrication tasks.
The following recommended lubrication
schedule is based on light-to-medium usage.
Keeping in mind that lubrication helps to
protect the value and operation of the mill,
these lubrication tasks may need to be
performed more frequently depending on
usage.
Lubrication Task
Quill
Table Ways and
Ballscrews
Speed Range Bearing
Sleeve
Headstock Gearing
Ram Ways
Head Rack and Pinion
Figure 29. Recommended lubrication tasks,
schedules, and instruction page references.
For Machines Mfd. Since 5/19
Frequency
(Hours of
Operation)
3–4 hrs.
Auto Oiler
Before Every
Use
40 hrs.
40 hrs.
6 Months
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