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Noble Whitley
July 17, 2025
I purchased an SB1097 in 2022 and I have used it only sparingly. Today the machines screen failed to turn on. The green light on the switch comes on and I can hear the fan running on the power inverter. But there is no power to the electric motor and no touch screen. The VFD shows the number 26.72. Is this an error code? I am hoping to find information that would help me troubleshoot the issue. Thank you for any assistance you can offer.
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I N T R O D U C T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 INTRODUCTION Identification Belt Access Door Belt Access Door Miter Miter Belt Access Belt Access Lock Knob Lock Knob Belt Access Belt Access...
I N T R O D U C T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Description of Controls Pre-Set Speed Buttons: Change speed setting to 500, 1100, 2200, or 3300 RPM & Components when pressed. D. Speed Setting: Displays current RPM.
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I N T R O D U C T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Main Table Height Handwheel: Adjusts main Fence: Supports workpiece when platen is in table height. horizontal position. Main Table Height Lock Handles: Tighten to lock main table height and loosen to adjust height.
I N T R O D U C T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Product Specifications Model SB1097 Model SB1097 6" x 108" VS Oscillating Edge Sander 6" x 108" VS Oscillating Edge Sander Product Dimensions Product Dimensions Weight................................
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I N T R O D U C T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Table Information Table Length............................35-1/2 in. Table Width.............................. 12 in. Table Thickness........................... 1-1/2 in. Table Travel............................... 4 in. Floor To Table Height......................35-3/4 - 39-3/4 in.
S A F E T Y For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 SAFETY Understanding Risks of Machinery Operating all machinery and machining equipment can be dangerous or relatively safe depending on how it is installed and maintained, and the operator's experience, common sense, risk awareness, working conditions, and use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, respirators, etc.).
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S A F E T Y Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Entanglement: Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, Chuck Keys or Adjusting Tools: Tools used to jewelry or long hair may get caught in adjust spindles, chucks, or any moving/...
S A F E T Y For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Additional Oscillating Edge Sander Safety Serious injury or death can occur if fingers, clothing, jewelry, or hair get entangled in moving components. Impact injuries can occur from kickback if workpiece is improperly fed into moving sandpaper.
P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 PREPARATION Preparation Overview Required for Setup The purpose of the preparation section is to help The items listed below are required to you prepare your machine for operation.
P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Power Supply Requirements Serious injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before completing the setup process. DO NOT connect to power until Availability instructed later in this manual.
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P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Grounding Requirements Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The This machine must be grounded! In the event...
P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Unpacking Spindle Components (Figure 10) K. Sanding Drum Spindle ........1 Sanding Drums 1 ⁄ ", 2", 3" ..... 1 Ea. This item was carefully packaged to prevent M.
P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Cleaning & Protecting Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as The unpainted surfaces are coated at the factory acetone or brake parts cleaner that may with a heavy-duty rust preventative that damage painted surfaces.
P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Location Weight Load Refer to the Machine Specifications for the Physical Environment weight of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon which the machine is placed will...
P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Lifting & Moving Remove Phillips head screws and washers shown in Figure 14 to remove fence. Removable Removable Bottom Bottom This machine and its...
P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Assembly Bolting to Concrete Floors Lag screws and anchors, or anchor studs The machine must be fully assembled before it (below), are two popular methods for securing can be operated.
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P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Install and center sanding belt around Attach backstop to sander with (2) ⁄ "-18 sanding drums, being sure arrows on belt x 1" hex bolts and ⁄...
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P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 10. Attach dust port to end of sander with (4) 12. Align auxiliary dust hood hinges with sander hinges shown in Figure 26 and secure with ⁄...
P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Dust Collection Test Run After all preparation steps have been completed, the machine and its safety features must be tested to ensure correct operation. If you discover...
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P R E P A R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Loosen (2) hex bolts shown in Figure To test run machine: 32 enough to allow backstop adjustment. Clear away all tools and objects used during preparation and assembly.
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P R E P A R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 — If belt tracks centered on drums, proceed 13. Try to reset cabinet E-Stop button and to Step 9. start machine. Button should not reset and machine should not start.
Regardless of the content in this section, South Bend Tools will not be held liable for Note: Due to the generic nature of this overview, accidents caused by lack of training.
O P E R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Stock Inspection & Sanding Tips Requirements • Avoid sanding a workpiece more than is necessary, since doing so will unnecessarily decrease belt life and cost you more money Some workpieces are not safe to sand or may over time.
Choosing Installing/Changing Sanding Belts Sanding Belts The Model SB1097 uses a 6" x 108" sanding belt. The sanding belt should be replaced whenever there is a noticeable change in sanding quality/ We recommend using aluminum-oxide performance. You may also need to change grit sanding belts for best results.
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O P E R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Swing both dust hoods open. Remove old sanding belt and replace with new one, being sure arrows on belt match Note: The auxiliary dust hood can be latched arrows of belt rotation on machine (see open as shown in Figure 35.
O P E R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Pre-Tracking Belt You must perform the following procedure after installing a sanding belt to ensure that the belt does not come off or get jammed against the...
O P E R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Checking/Adjusting Loosen jam nut shown in Figure 42. Turn tracking adjustment nut Belt Tracking counterclockwise to adjust tracking downward or clockwise to adjust tracking The purpose of belt tracking is to make sure upward (see Figure 42).
O P E R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Adjusting Main Table Push or pull main table until there is a gap of no more than ⁄ " from sanding belt (see Figure 45).
O P E R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Edge & End Sanding Proper use of the oscillating edge sander will Moving sanding belt can cause serious yield excellent sanding results due to the personal injury if it comes in contact with oscillating movement.
Bevel Sanding Installing Fence Adjust the platen tilt to match the angle you The Model SB1097 comes with a removable fence wish to sand on a workpiece. For additional to assist sanding operations when the platen is control over the workpiece, use the miter gauge in the horizontal position.
Adjust the platen to the horizontal position for face sanding, and always use the miter gauge, fence, or backstop to support the workpiece The Model SB1097 comes with a spindle sanding whenever possible. Face sanding operations are attachment for sanding curved surfaces. The...
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O P E R A T I O N For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Remove (3) cap screws and roller cover from Slide desired sanding drum onto spindle and roller (see Figure 54). secure with (1) ⁄ "-18 x ⁄...
O P E R A T I O N Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Adjusting End Table Contour Sanding The end table has 10" of travel that can Contour sanding operations produce a high- accommodate various sanding operations and quality sanding finish on inside contours and are decrease spot wear on the sanding drums.
H5453—120-Grit Grizzly Industrial, Inc., at grizzly.com. H5454—150-Grit Keep extra aluminum oxide sanding sleeves on hand for your Model SB1097 2" sanding drum attachment. Installing unapproved accessories may cause machine to malfunction, resulting in serious personal injury or machine damage.
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T20451—“Kirova” Clear Safety Glasses H3759—100-Grit T20452—“Kirova” Anti-Reflective S. Glasses H3760—120-Grit T20456—DAKURA Safety Glasses H3761—150-Grit These belts feature tough aluminum oxide grain T20502 T20502 and are sized for the Model SB1097. T20503 T20503 T20452 T20452 T20456 T20456 T20451 T20451 Figure 67. Assortment of basic eye protection.
Cleaning the SB1097 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess sawdust and wipe off the remaining dust For optimum performance from this machine, with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a this maintenance schedule must be strictly resin-dissolving cleaner to remove it.
M A I N T E N A N C E Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Lubrication T26685—ISO 32 Moly-D Way Oil, 1 Gal. T23963—ISO 32 Moly-D Way Oil, 5 Gal. Moly-D oils are some of the best we have found...
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M A I N T E N A N C E For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Rack & Pinion Gears Wipe the two oil ports clean with a rag (see Figure 74). Add one or two pumps of lubrication Lubrication Type ..T26419 or NLGI#2 Equiv.
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M A I N T E N A N C E Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Gearbox Oil Fill Plug Oil Fill Plug Lubrication Type ... T28042 or ISO-VG 320 Equiv. Amount ..........As Needed Frequency ......Every 500 Hours of Use Items Needed Hex Wrenches 4, 5mm ........
M A I N T E N A N C E For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Cleaning Sanding Belt Machine Storage As sanding belts are used, they will quickly All machinery will develop serious rust problems become "loaded" with sawdust. If not removed,...
S E R V I C E Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 SERVICE Calibrating Platen Tilt — If tilt scale reads 90° when platen is perpendicular to table, no calibration is required. For best sanding results, ensure the platen angle is calibrated correctly.
S E R V I C E For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Calibrating — If miter scale reads 0° when miter stop is perpendicular to platen, no calibration is required. Miter Gauge — If miter scale does not read 0° when miter...
(see Figure 85). The Model SB1097 comes equipped with a puller plate to remove the drive roller should it become necessary to do so for cleaning or replacement.
TROU B LESHOOTI NG For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 TROUBLESHOOTING If you need replacement parts, or if you are unsure how to do any of the solutions given here, feel free to call us at (360) 734-1540. Symptom...
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TROU B LESHOOTI NG Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Belt does not track 1. Belt tracking needs adjustment. 1. Adjust sanding belt tracking (Page 28). correctly. 2. Incorrect sanding belt tension. 2. Make sure tension lever is engaged (Page 25).
E L E C T R I C A L For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 ELECTRICAL Electrical Safety Instructions These pages are accurate at the time of printing. In the constant effort to improve, however, we may make changes to the electrical systems of future machines. Study this section carefully. If you see differences between your machine and what is shown in this section, call Technical Support at (360) 734-1540 for assistance BEFORE making any changes to the wiring on your machine.
E L E C T R I C A L Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Wiring Diagram WARNING! Belt Access Door SHOCK HAZARD! E-Stop Button Disconnect power before working on AUSPICIOUS wiring. BLEPB30-10/C Cover Cabinet E-Stop Motor 220V...
E L E C T R I C A L For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Electrical Component Photos Belt Access Door Belt Access Door E-Stop Button E-Stop Button Cabinet Cabinet E-Stop E-Stop Button Button Touch Screen Touch Screen Figure Figure 87.
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E L E C T R I C A L Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Electrical Component Photos (Cont.) Power Converter Power Converter Figure Figure 91. Electrical components inside cabinet. Figure Figure 92. Motor junction box. South Bend Tools...
P A R T S For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 PARTS Sanding Head & Table 147-2 147-1 147-4 147-3 147-5 147-7 147-6 147-8 South Bend Tools -51-...
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P A R T S Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Sanding Head & Table Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION PSB1097001 SHIELD (RIGHT) PSB1097078 GRAPHITE PAD 6-3/4 X 40-1/2" PSB1097002 SHIELD (LEFT) PSB1097081 FLAT WASHER 5/16...
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P A R T S For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Sanding Head & Table Parts List (Cont.) PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION PSB1097148 SHOULDER SCREW 1/4 X 3/4, 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 PSB1097173 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1...
P A R T S Model SB1097 For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Base & Gearbox 204 205 South Bend Tools -54-...
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P A R T S For Machines Mfd. Since 02/21 Model SB1097 Base & Gearbox Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION PSB1097009 DOOR W/LATCH PSB1097131 DRIVE SHAFT PSB1097026 PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/4 PSB1097132 OIL SEAL W/O HOLE...
The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of these safety labels. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact South Bend Tools at (360) 734-1540 or www.southbendtools.com to order new labels.
WARRANTY Warranty This quality product is warranted by South Bend Tools to the original buyer for 2 years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to consumable parts, or defects due to any kind of misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs, alterations or lack of maintenance. We do not reimburse for third party repairs.
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I purchased an SB1097 in 2022 and I have used it only sparingly. Today the machines screen failed to turn on. The green light on the switch comes on and I can hear the fan running on the power inverter. But there is no power to the electric motor and no touch screen. The VFD shows the number 26.72. Is this an error code? I am hoping to find information that would help me troubleshoot the issue. Thank you for any assistance you can offer.