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For Machines Mfd. Since 12/21
South Bend Tools
Model SB1007
M A I N T E N A N C E
Lubrication
The following recommended lubrication
schedules are based on light-to-medium
usage. Keeping in mind that lubrication
helps to protect the value and operation
of the lathe, these lubrication tasks may
need to be performed more frequently than
recommended here, depending on usage.
Failure to follow reasonable lubrication
practices as instructed in this manual could
lead to premature failure of lathe components,
which will not be covered under warranty.
Headstock
Oil Type .. Mobil DTE Light or ISO 32 Equivalent
Oil Amount .............................................25 Ounces
Check/Add Frequency ....................................Daily
Change Frequency ...................................Annually
The headstock gearing is lubricated by an oil
bath that distributes the lubricant with the
motion of the gears, much like an automotive
manual transmission. Change the oil after the
first two hours of use, then annually thereafter.
Checking Oil Level
The sight glass on the side of the headstock oil
tank (see Figure 77) shows the oil level. The
reservoir has the proper amount of oil when the
oil level sits approximately halfway in the sight
glass.
Adding Oil
To add oil, remove the headstock top plate shown
in Figure 78.
Tools Needed
Qty
Hex Wrench 6mm .................................................1
To add oil to headstock:
1.
DISCONNECT LATHE FROM POWER!
2.
Loosen four cap screws shown in Figure 78,
then remove top plate from headstock.
Note: Be careful not to displace or damage
paper gasket that seals top plate and
headstock.
3.
Pour oil directly into headstock reservoir
until oil level is visible at halfway point in
sight glass (see Figure 77).
4.
Replace top plate and secure with four cap
screws.
Figure
Figure 77. Location of headstock oil sight glass.
. Location of headstock oil sight glass.
Headstock
Headstock
Oil Sight
Oil Sight
Glass
Glass
Changing Oil
To ensure proper lubrication of headstock gears
and spindle bearings, the headstock oil must be
changed after the Spindle Break-In (see Page
27) and annually thereafter.
Tools Needed
Qty
Oil Catch Pan (2-Gallon) ......................................1
Flexible Oil Funnel w/Hose ..................................1
Hex Wrench 6mm .................................................1
Hex Wrench 5mm .................................................1
Hex Wrench 3mm .................................................1
Shop Rags ..............................................As Needed
Figure
Figure 78. Location of headstock top plate.
. Location of headstock top plate.
Headstock
Headstock
Top Plate
Top Plate
Cap
Cap
Screws
Screws
