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For Machines Mfd. Since 12/20
South Bend Tools
Model SB1108/SB1109
P R E P A R A T I O N
Checking Gearbox Oil
Level
gearbox oil level
Before starting your machine for the first time,
check the gearbox oil level. The proper oil level
is just even with the bottom of the fill plug
hole. See Gearbox Oil on Page 37 for more
information. DO NOT mix oil types.
2.
Wipe clean 6mm hex wrench and insert
short end inside oil fill hole with inserted
end pointing down, then remove it.
— If end of hex wrench is coated with oil,
then gearbox oil level is okay. Replace fill
plug and continue setup.
— If end of hex wrench is not coated with oil,
then you need to add more oil. Refer to
Gearbox Oil on Page 37 for instructions
on how to do this.
Note:
We recommend that you replace the
gearbox oil after the first 20 hours of operation.
This is a normal break-in procedure and will
help maximize the service life of the machine by
flushing away any particles from the break-in
and manufacturing process.
Figure 23. Location of gearbox oil fill plug.
Gearbox Cover
Oil Fill Plug
To check gearbox oil level:
Note:
For easier access to the fill plug, remove
gearbox cover (see Figure 23).
1.
Remove gearbox oil fill plug (see Figure 23).
Tools Needed
Qty
Open-End Wrench 17mm .....................................1
Hex Wrench 6mm .................................................1
Serious injury or death can result from using
this machine BEFORE understanding its
controls and related safety information. DO
NOT operate, or allow others to operate,
machine until the information is understood.
1.
Clear all tools and objects used during
assembly and preparation away from
machine.
2.
Push EMERGENCY STOP button in.
3.
Connect machine to power supply.
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
a problem with the operation of the machine or
its safety components, do not operate it further
until you have resolved the problem.
Note:
Refer to Troubleshooting on Page 47 for
solutions to common problems that occur with all
planers. If you need additional help, contact our
Tech Support or (360) 734-1540.
The test run consists of verifying the following:
• Motors power up and run correctly.
•
EMERGENCY STOP button works
correctly.
DO NOT start machine until all preceding
setup instructions have been performed.
Operating an improperly set up machine may
result in malfunction or unexpected results
that can lead to serious injury, death, or
machine/property damage.
To test run machine:
