South Bend Tools
For Machines Mfd. Since 12/20
Model SB1108/SB1109
-3-
I N T R O D U C T I O N
Description of Controls
& Components
Refer to Figures 1–2 and the following
descriptions to become familiar with the basic
controls and components used to operate this
machine.
E. Return Rollers:
Assist sliding workpiece back
to feed side of planer after planing pass.
F. Table Height Handwheel:
Raises and lowers
table to accommodate different workpiece
thicknesses. One complete revolution moves
the table approximately
1
⁄
16
".
G. Depth of Cut Digital Readout:
Displays
current table height.
H. Table Locks:
Secure table height position.
I. Depth Limiter:
Limits maximum depth of cut.
SB1108:
3
⁄
32
" at full width.
SB1109:
5
⁄
64
" at full width.
Control Panel
A. Feed Speed Control Knob:
Controls the
workpiece speed (feed rate). Turn clockwise
to increase feed rate; turn counter-clockwise
to reduce feed rate.
B. Power Indicator Light:
Illuminates when
power is present at control panel.
C. EMERGENCY STOP Button:
Stops machine
when pressed. Rotate button clockwise until
it pops out to reset.
D. START Button:
Starts cutterhead and feed
rollers.
Operation Controls
Figure 1. Control panel.
A
B
C
D
Figure 2. Operation controls.
E
F
G
H
I
