South Bend Tools
For Machines Mfd. Since 7/21
Model SB1123
-67-
S E R V I C E
Replacing Brake Shoe
3.
Adjust table tilt (refer to Tilting Table,
beginning on Page 45 for more information)
until square rests flush and evenly against
both table and blade side.
Note:
Make sure square does not go across a
blade tooth when performing this step.
4.
Loosen Phillips head screw that secures
table tilt pointer (see Figure
109 on Page
66), adjust pointer to "0" on scale, then
retighten screw.
To replace brake shoe:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Remove blade (refer to Changing Blade on
Page 43).
3.
Remove lower wheel and V-belts (refer
to Steps 1–6
in Replacing V-Belts on
Page 58).
The brake shoe needs to be replaced if one or
more of the following conditions are met:
• If the bandsaw takes noticeably longer to stop
when the foot brake is pushed.
• The foot brake makes metal-to-metal
grinding sounds.
• The thickness of the brake shoe pad measures
1mm or less.
Components and Hardware Needed
Replacement Brake Shoe (Part PSB1123026) .....1
Tool(s) Needed
Qty
Hex Wrenches 6, 8mm .................................... 1 Ea
5.
Install new brake shoe using cap screws, lock
washers, and bushings removed in Step 3.
6.
Re-install V-belts and lower wheel.
7.
Tension V-belts (refer to Tensioning/
Replacing V-belts on Page 57).
8.
Re-install, tension, and track blade, then
adjust upper and lower blade guides
and support bearings as needed (refer to
Changing Blade
on Page 43).
9.
Close wheel covers.
4.
Remove cap screws, lock washers, and
bushings that secure brake shoe to
brake lever, then remove brake shoe (see
Figure
111).
Figure 111. Lower wheel removed to expose brake
Lower wheel removed to expose brake
shoe components.
shoe components.
Brake Lever
Brake Lever
Cap Screws
Cap Screws
Brake Shoe
Brake Shoe
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