Southbend Saw SB1017 User Manual

5" x 6" HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL  
BANDSAW  
MODEL SB1017  
OWNER'S MANUAL  
Hundreds of Thousands of Lathes Sold With a Tradition of  
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uality Since 1906!  
Copyright © May, 2010 Revised February, 2011 (JB)  
For Machines Mfg. Since 8/09  
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Table of Contents  
INTRODUCTION...............................................................2  
Blade Tension.....................................................25  
Blade Breakage..................................................25  
Blade Care & Break-In......................................26  
Blade Care ........................................................26  
Blade Break-In..................................................26  
Blade Speed........................................................26  
Blade Speed Chart.............................................27  
Chip Inspection Chart .......................................27  
Downfeed Pressure ............................................28  
Downfeed Rate...................................................28  
Work Stop...........................................................28  
Vise .....................................................................29  
Blade Guide........................................................30  
Vertical Cutting .................................................30  
Operation Tips ...................................................31  
Horizontal Cutting.............................................31  
Vertical Cutting.................................................31  
About This Machine.............................................2  
Capabilities.........................................................2  
Features..............................................................2  
Identification........................................................3  
Machine Specifications ........................................4  
SAFETY................................................................................6  
Understanding Risks of Machinery ....................6  
Basic Machine Safety ..........................................6  
Additional Metal Bandsaw Safety ......................8  
PREPARATION .................................................................9  
Preparation Overview..........................................9  
Required for Setup...............................................9  
Power Supply Requirements...............................9  
Availability..........................................................9  
Full-Load Current Rating ....................................9  
Circuit Information............................................10  
Circuit Requirements for 110V...........................10  
Circuit Requirements for 220V...........................10  
ACCESSORIES..............................................................32  
Accessories .........................................................32  
Grounding Requirements...................................10 MAINTENANCE .............................................................33  
Extension Cords ................................................11  
Unpacking ..........................................................12  
Inventory............................................................12  
Assembly ............................................................13  
Cleaning & Protecting .......................................16  
Location..............................................................17  
Physical Environment........................................17  
Electrical Installation ........................................17  
Lighting ............................................................17  
Weight Load......................................................17  
Space Allocation ................................................17  
Power Connection ..............................................18  
Test Run.............................................................18  
Inspections & Adjustments ...............................18  
Maintenance Schedule.......................................33  
Cleaning .............................................................33  
Lubrication.........................................................33  
Gearbox.............................................................33  
V-Belt Replacement...........................................34  
Machine Storage ................................................34  
Downfeed Stop Bolt ...........................................35  
Blade Tracking...................................................35  
Blade Guide Bearings........................................36  
Squaring Blade ..................................................37  
Auto-OFF Tab ....................................................37  
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................38  
ELECTRICAL...................................................................41  
Electrical Safety Instructions ...........................41  
220V Conversion................................................42  
Wiring Diagram .................................................43  
OPERATION....................................................................19  
Operation Overview...........................................19  
Controls ..............................................................20  
Blade Selection...................................................21  
Blade Terminology.............................................21  
Blade Length.....................................................21  
Blade Width ......................................................21  
Tooth Set...........................................................22  
Tooth Type ........................................................22  
Blade Pitch (TPI)...............................................23  
Blade Changes ...................................................24  
PARTS................................................................................44  
Table...................................................................44  
Cabinet Stand ....................................................45  
Head ...................................................................46  
Motor & Blade Guides .......................................48  
Switch.................................................................50  
Machine Labels..................................................51  
WARRANTY & RETURNS..........................................53  
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I N T R O D U C T I O N  
INTRODUCTION  
About This Machine  
Capabilities  
Features  
This metal cutting bandsaw uses a gravity-fed  
blade to make straight cuts through workpieces  
that are clamped in a vise. Since the workpiece is  
secured and remains stationary while the blade  
feeds automatically, accuracy and operator safety  
are maximized.  
In addition to its capabilities, the Model SB1017  
has several features to increase versatility and  
efficiency.  
The vise can be rotated to perform angled cuts up  
to 45° while three blade speeds ensure that the  
proper cutting rate is available for a variety of  
workpiece sizes and materials.  
The vise on the Model SB1017 is capable of  
holding rectangular stock up to 5" x 6" and round  
stock up to 5".  
Both the downfeed rate and pressure are  
adjustable for fine-tuning each cutting operation  
and an adjustable auto-OFF power switch  
maximizes safety and minimizes energy use by  
turning the machine off at the end of every cut.  
After a cut is complete, the OFF switch is  
triggered and the motor automatically turns off.  
A storage compartment in the cabinet base  
provides a convenient location for keeping spare  
blades or other accessories and the transport  
handle makes moving the machine easy.  
Finally, the cast-aluminum knobs and belt cover  
proudly bear the legendary South Bend name.  
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I N T R O D U C T I O N  
Identification  
Blade Tension  
Guide Post  
Knob  
Belt Cover  
Motor  
Knob  
Blade  
Downfeed  
Rate Adjust  
Knob  
Switch  
Auto-Off  
Tab  
Downfeed  
Ram  
ON/OFF  
Switch  
Feed  
Pressure  
Handle  
Downfeed  
Stop Bolt  
Vise  
Jaw  
Vise Jaw  
Handwheel  
Work Stop  
Front View  
Head  
Locking Pin  
Transport  
Handle  
Rear View  
Leveling Foot  
Cabinet Access  
Door  
Figure 1. Identification.  
Serious personal injury could occur if  
you connect the machine to power before  
completing the setup process. DO NOT  
connect power until instructed to do so later  
in this manual.  
Untrained users have an increased risk  
of seriously injuring themselves with this  
machine. Do not operate this machine until  
you have understood this entire manual and  
received proper training.  
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I N T R O D U C T I O N  
Machine Specifications  
P.O. Box 2027, Bellingham, WA 98227 U.S.A.  
PHONE: (360) 734-1540 © South Bend Lathe Co.  
Model SB1017  
5" x 6" Horizontal/Vertical Bandsaw  
Product Dimensions:  
Weight ..........................................................................................................................................................................166 lbs.  
Length/Width/Height ............................................................................................................................. 3834" x 1734" x 3912  
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Foot Print (Length/Width) ...................................................................................................................................3834" x 1734  
Space Required for Full Range of Movement (Length/Width/Height).......................................................... 80" x 55" x 78"  
Shipping Dimensions:  
Machine  
Type ...................................................................................................................................................................... Carton  
Weight..................................................................................................................................................................170 lbs.  
Length/Width/Height.............................................................................................................................. 42" x 17" x 16"  
Stand  
Type ...................................................................................................................................................................... Carton  
Weight....................................................................................................................................................................47 lbs.  
Length/Width/Height.............................................................................................................................. 17" x 13" x 23"  
Electrical:  
Required Power Source.......................................................................................................110V/220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz  
Switch..................................................................................................................................................Toggle ON/OFF Switch  
Switch Voltage.................................................................................................................................................................. 110V  
Cord Length........................................................................................................................................................................6 ft.  
Cord Gauge .................................................................................................................................................................18 gauge  
Recommended Circuit Size ..........................................................................................................................................15 Amp  
Plug Included.......................................................................................................................................................................Yes  
Motors:  
Main  
Type ............................................................................................................................TEFC Capacitor Start Induction  
Horsepower............................................................................................................................................................. 12 HP  
Voltage............................................................................................................................................................110V/220V  
Phase ..........................................................................................................................................................Single-Phase  
Amps................................................................................................................................................................... 8.6/4.3A  
Speed............................................................................................................................................................... 1725 RPM  
Cycle .......................................................................................................................................................................60 Hz  
Number Of Speeds.........................................................................................................................................................1  
Pre-Wired ................................................................................................................................................................ 110V  
Power Transfer.........................................................................................................................................V-Belt & Gear  
Bearings...................................................................................................................Shielded and Permanently Sealed  
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I N T R O D U C T I O N  
Main Specifications:  
Operation Information  
Head Swivel..........................................................................................................................................................45 deg.  
Blade Speeds ...................................................................................................................................... 80, 120, 200 FPM  
Std. Blade Length....................................................................................................................................................6412  
Blade Size Range .........................................................................................................................................................12  
"
"
Cutting Capacities  
Angle Cuts............................................................................................................................................................45 deg.  
Vise Jaw Depth......................................................................................................................................................... 658  
"
"
Vise Jaw Height........................................................................................................................................................ 258  
Max. Capacity Rect. Height At 90D ........................................................................................................................... 5"  
Max. Capacity Rect. Width At 90D ............................................................................................................................ 6"  
Max. Capacity Rnd. At 90D ........................................................................................................................................ 5"  
Max. Capacity Rect. Height At 45D ........................................................................................................................... 3"  
Max. Capacity Rect. Width At 45D ......................................................................................................................... 412  
"
Max. Capacity Rnd. At 45D ........................................................................................................................................ 3"  
Construction  
Wheel Construction Upper..............................................................................................................................Cast Iron  
Wheel Construction Lower..............................................................................................................................Cast Iron  
Body Construction ...........................................................................................................................................Cast Iron  
Base Construction............................................................................................................................................Cast Iron  
Stand Construction................................................................................................................................................. Steel  
Tire Material.......................................................................................................................................Rubber and Steel  
Other  
Wheel Size.................................................................................................................................................................... 5"  
Blade Guides Upper...................................................................................................................................................Yes  
Blade Guides Lower...................................................................................................................................................Yes  
Table Info  
Floor to Cutting Area Height................................................................................................................................. 2512  
"
Other Specifications:  
ISO Factory................................................................................................................................................................ ISO 9001  
Country Of Origin ........................................................................................................................................................ Taiwan  
Warranty.........................................................................................................................................................................1 Year  
Serial Number Location.................................................................................................................. ID Label on Body Frame  
Customer Setup and Cleaning Time.................................................................................................. Approximately 1 Hour  
Features:  
Heavy-Duty One-Piece Steel Stand  
Conveniently Located ON/OFF Toggle Switch  
Adjustable Hydraulic Down Feed  
Cast Iron Handwheel with Chromed Handle  
Die Cast South Bend Star Knobs  
Die Cast South Bend Belt Guard  
Built-In Storage Cabinet  
Leveling Feet and Wheels to Ease Mobility  
Work Stop for Horizontal Cuts  
Satin Chromed Handle Bar  
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S A F E T Y  
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.).  
The owner of this machinery or equipment is ultimately responsible for its safe use. This  
responsibility includes proper installation in a safe environment, personnel training and usage  
authorization, regular inspection and maintenance, manual availability and comprehension,  
application of safety devices, integrity of cutting tools or accessories, and the usage of approved  
personal protective equipment by all operators and bystanders.  
The manufacturer of this machinery or equipment will not be held liable for injury or property  
damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications, or misuse. Failure to read,  
understand, and follow the manual and safety labels may result in serious personal injury, including  
amputation, broken bones, electrocution, or death.  
The signals used in this manual to identify hazard levels are defined as follows:  
Death or catastrophic  
harm WILL occur.  
Moderate injury or fire  
MAY occur.  
Death or catastrophic  
harm COULD occur.  
Machine or property  
damage may occur.  
Basic Machine Safety  
1. Owner’s Manual: All machinery and  
machining equipment presents serious  
injury hazards to untrained users. To  
reduce the risk of injury, anyone who uses  
THIS item MUST read and understand  
this entire manual before starting.  
3. Trained/Supervised Operators Only:  
Untrained users can seriously injure  
themselves or bystanders. Only allow  
trained and properly supervised personnel  
to operate this item. Make sure safe  
operation instructions are clearly  
understood. If electrically powered, use  
padlocks and master switches, and remove  
start switch keys to prevent unauthorized  
use or accidental starting.  
2. Personal Protective Equipment: Operating  
or servicing this item may expose the user  
to flying debris, dust, smoke, dangerous  
chemicals, or loud noises. These hazards  
can result in eye injury, blindness, long-  
term respiratory damage, poisoning,  
4. Guards/Covers: Accidental contact with  
moving parts during operation may cause  
severe entanglement, impact, cutting,  
or crushing injuries. Reduce this risk by  
keeping any included guards/covers/doors  
installed, fully functional, and positioned  
for maximum protection.  
cancer, reproductive harm or hearing loss.  
Reduce your risks from these hazards  
by wearing approved eye protection,  
respirator, gloves, or hearing protection.  
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11. Chuck Keys or Adjusting Tools: Tools used  
S A F E T Y  
5. Entanglement: Loose clothing, gloves,  
neckties, jewelry or long hair may  
get caught in moving parts, causing  
entanglement, amputation, crushing,  
or strangulation. Reduce this risk by  
removing/securing these items so they  
cannot contact moving parts.  
to adjust spindles, chucks, or any moving/  
rotating parts will become dangerous  
projectiles if left in place when the machine  
is started. Reduce this risk by developing  
the habit of always removing these tools  
immediately after using them.  
12. Work Area: Clutter and dark shadows  
increase the risks of accidental injury.  
Only operate this item in a clean, non-  
glaring, and well-lighted work area.  
6. Mental Alertness: Operating this item  
with reduced mental alertness increases  
the risk of accidental injury. Do not let a  
temporary influence or distraction lead to a  
permanent disability! Never operate when  
under the influence of drugs/alcohol, when  
tired, or otherwise distracted.  
13. Properly Functioning Equipment: Poorly  
maintained, damaged, or malfunctioning  
equipment has higher risks of causing  
serious personal injury compared to  
those that are properly maintained.  
To reduce this risk, always maintain  
this item to the highest standards and  
promptly repair/service a damaged or  
malfunctioning component. Always follow  
the maintenance instructions included in  
this documentation.  
7. Safe Environment: Operating electrically  
powered equipment in a wet environment  
may result in electrocution; operating near  
highly flammable materials may result in a  
fire or explosion. Only operate this item in  
a dry location that is free from flammable  
materials.  
8. Electrical Connection: With electically  
powered equipment, improper connections  
to the power source may result in  
14. Unattended Operation: Electrically  
powered equipment that is left unattended  
while running cannot be controlled and is  
dangerous to bystanders. Always turn the  
power OFF before walking away.  
electrocution or fire. Always adhere to all  
electrical requirements and applicable  
codes when connecting to the power source.  
Have all work inspected by a qualified  
electrician to minimize risk.  
15. Health Hazards: Certain cutting fluids  
and lubricants, or dust/smoke created  
when cutting, may contain chemicals  
known to the State of California to cause  
cancer, respiratory problems, birth defects,  
or other reproductive harm. Minimize  
exposure to these chemicals by wearing  
approved personal protective equipment  
and operating in a well ventilated area.  
9. Disconnect Power: Adjusting or servicing  
electrically powered equipment while it  
is connected to the power source greatly  
increases the risk of injury from accidental  
startup. Always disconnect power  
BEFORE any service or adjustments,  
including changing blades or other tooling.  
16. Difficult Operations: Attempting  
difficult operations with which you are  
unfamiliar increases the risk of injury.  
If you experience difficulties performing  
the intended operation, STOP! Seek an  
alternative method to accomplish the  
same task, ask a qualified expert how the  
operation should be performed, or contact  
our Technical Support for assistance.  
10. Secure Workpiece/Tooling: Loose  
workpieces, cutting tools, or rotating  
spindles can become dangerous projectiles  
if not secured or if they hit another object  
during operation. Reduce the risk of this  
hazard by verifying that all fastening  
devices are properly secured and items  
attached to spindles have enough clearance  
to safely rotate.  
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S A F E T Y  
Additional Metal Bandsaw Safety  
1. Blade Condition. A dull or damaged  
blade can break apart during operation,  
increasing the risk of operator injury. Do  
not operate with a dull, cracked or badly  
worn blade. Inspect the blade for cracks  
or missing teeth before each use.  
6. Workpiece Handling. A shifting workpiece  
can result in impact or laceration injuries.  
To reduce the risk of injury, always securely  
clamp the workpiece in the vise and use  
additional support fixtures if needed. Never  
hold the workpiece with your hands during  
a cut. Flag long pieces to reduce the risk of  
tripping over them.  
2. Hand Placement. Hands could be cut  
by the blade or crushed when lowering  
the headstock. Never position fingers or  
thumbs in line with the cut or under the  
headstock while it is moving.  
7. Power Interruption. Unplug the machine  
and turn the power switch OFF after a  
power interruption. If left plugged in and  
turned ON, this machine will start up when  
power is restored, resulting in possible  
entanglement, laceration, or amputation  
hazards.  
3. Blade Guard. Hands and fingers can  
easily be cut by the bandsaw blade. To  
reduce the risk of laceration injuries, do  
not operate this bandsaw without the  
blade guard in place.  
8. Hot Surfaces/Sharp Edges. Due to the  
cutting process, a freshly cut workpiece,  
chips, and some machine components  
can be hot enough to burn you and sharp  
enough to cut you. Allow components to cool  
and use safe handling methods to reduce  
the risk of these injuries.  
4. Starting Position. To reduce the  
likelihood of blade breakage and possible  
entanglement, never turn the saw ON  
with the blade resting on the workpiece.  
5. Blade Replacement. The blade can  
only make a safe and efficient cut if the  
teeth are facing the workpiece. When  
replacing blades, make sure the teeth  
face toward the workpiece. Wear gloves  
to protect hands and safety glasses to  
protect eyes.  
9. Moving Blade. A moving bandsaw blade  
presents a serious risk for laceration or  
amputation injuries. Always allow the blade  
to come to a complete stop before mounting  
or repositioning a workpiece in the vise.  
Never touch a moving blade.  
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P R E P A R AT I O N  
PPRErPAeRATpIONaration Overview Power Supply  
The purpose of the preparation section is to help  
you prepare your machine for operation. The  
list below outlines the basic process to follow  
to prepare your machine for operation. Specific  
steps for each of these points will be covered in  
detail later in this section.  
Requirements  
Availability  
Before installing the machine, consider the  
availability and proximity of the required power  
supply circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet  
the requirements for this machine, a new circuit  
must be installed.  
The typical preparation process is as follows:  
1. Unpack the machine and inventory the  
contents of the carton.  
To minimize the risk of electrocution, fire,  
or equipment damage, installation work and  
electrical wiring must be done by a qualified  
electrician in accordance with all applicable  
codes and standards.  
2. Clean the machine and its components.  
3. Make any necessary adjustments or  
inspections to ensure the machine is ready  
for operation.  
4. Connect the machine to the power source.  
Electrocution or fire may  
occur if machine is not  
correctly grounded and  
attached to the power  
supply. Use a qualified  
electrician to ensure a safe  
power connection.  
5. Test run the machine to make sure it  
functions properly and is ready for operation.  
Required for Setup  
The items listed below are required to  
successfully set up and prepare this machine for  
operation.  
Full-Load Current Rating  
The full-load current rating is the amperage  
a machine draws at 100% of the rated output  
power. On machines with multiple motors, this is  
the amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum  
of all motors and electrical devices that might  
operate at one time during normal operations.  
For Power Connection  
A power source that meets the minimum  
circuit requirements for this machine. (Refer  
to the Power Supply Requirements  
section for details.)  
A qualified electrician to ensure a safe and  
code-compliant connection to the power  
source.  
Full-Load Rating at 110V.................. 8.6 Amps  
Full-Load Rating at 220V.................. 4.3 Amps  
The full-load current is not the maximum  
amount of amps that the machine will draw. If  
the machine is overloaded, it will draw additional  
amps beyond the full-load rating.  
If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient  
length of time, damage, overheating, or fire may  
result—especially if connected to an undersized  
circuit. To reduce the risk of these hazards,  
avoid overloading the machine during operation  
and make sure it is connected to a power supply  
circuit that meets the requirements in the  
following section.  
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Circuit Information  
A power supply circuit includes all electrical  
equipment between the main breaker box or fuse  
panel in your building and the incoming power  
Grounding Requirements  
In the event of certain types of malfunctions or  
breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least  
resistance for electric current—in order to reduce  
connections inside the machine. This circuit must 
the risk of electric shock.  
be safely sized to handle the full-load current  
that may be drawn from the machine for an  
extended period of time.  
For 110V Connection (Prewired)  
This machine is equipped with a power cord  
that has an equipment-grounding wire and a  
grounding plug (similar to the figure below).  
The plug must only be inserted into a matching  
receptacle (outlet) that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and  
ordinances.  
For your own safety and protection of property,  
consult a qualified electrician if you are unsure  
about wiring practices or electrical codes in  
your area.  
GROUNDED  
Note: The circuit requirements listed in this  
manual apply to a dedicated circuit—where only  
one machine will be running at a time. If this  
machine will be connected to a shared circuit  
where multiple machines will be running at  
the same time, consult a qualified electrician to  
ensure that the circuit is properly sized for safe  
operation.  
5-15 RECEPTACLE  
Grounding Prong  
5-15 PLUG  
Current Carrying Prongs  
Figure 2. NEMA 5-15 plug and receptacle.  
Circuit Requirements for 110V  
This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V  
power supply circuit that has a verified ground  
and meets the following requirements:  
For 220V Connection  
Use the plug type listed in the Circuit  
Requirements for this voltage. The listed plug  
(similar to the figure below) has an equipment-  
grounding wire to safely ground the machine.  
The plug must only be inserted into a matching  
receptacle (outlet) that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and  
ordinances.  
Nominal Voltage ...............................110V/120V  
Cycle .............................................................60 Hz  
Phase ..............................................Single-Phase  
Circuit Rating....................................... 15 Amps  
Plug/Receptacle (included)...........NEMA 5-15  
GROUNDED  
Circuit Requirements for 220V  
6-15 RECEPTACLE  
This machine can be converted to operate on  
a 220V power supply. To do this, follow the  
Voltage Conversion instructions included in  
this manual. The intended 220V circuit must  
have a verified ground and meet the following  
requirements:  
Current Carrying Prongs  
6-15 PLUG  
Nominal Voltage ...............................220V/240V  
Cycle .............................................................60 Hz  
Phase ..............................................Single-Phase  
Circuit Rating....................................... 15 Amps  
Plug/Receptacle ...............................NEMA 6-15  
Grounding Prong  
Figure 3. NEMA 6-15 plug and receptacle.  
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P R E P A R AT I O N  
Extension Cords  
We do not recommend using an extension cord  
with this machine. If you must use one, only  
use it if absolutely necessary and only on a  
temporary basis.  
Serious injury could occur if you connect  
the machine to power before completing the  
setup process. DO NOT connect to power until  
instructed later in this manual.  
Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may  
damage electrical components and shorten motor  
life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord  
size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller  
(higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).  
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding  
wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The  
wire with green insulation (with or without  
yellow stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire.  
If repair or replacement of the power cord or  
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-  
grounding wire to a live (current carrying)  
terminal.  
Any extension cord used with this machine  
must contain a ground wire, match the required  
plug and receptacle listed in the Circuit  
Requirements for the applicable voltage, and  
meet the following requirements:  
Check with a qualified electrician or service  
personnel if you do not understand these  
grounding requirements, or if you are in doubt  
about whether the tool is properly grounded.  
Minimum Gauge Size............................16 AWG  
Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) ....50 ft.  
If you ever notice that a cord or plug is  
damaged or worn, disconnect it from power, and  
immediately replace it with a new one.  
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P R E P A R AT I O N  
Unpacking  
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This item was carefully packaged to prevent  
damage during transport. If you discover any  
damage, please immediately call Customer  
Service at (360) 734-1540 for advice. You may  
need to file a freight claim, so save the containers  
and all packing materials for possible inspection  
by the carrier or its agent.  
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Inventory  
A. Handle ............................................................1  
B. Axle.................................................................1  
C. Wheels ............................................................2  
D. Leveling Feet..................................................2  
E. Handwheel .....................................................1  
Description (Figure 4)  
Qty  
Figure 5. Stand components.  
Hardware (Not Shown)  
Qty  
Hex Nut 14"-20 (Vertical Operation) .............1  
Flat Head Screw 14"-20 x 12  
"
(Vertical Operation).......................................1  
Hex Wrench 4mm ..........................................1  
Hex Bolt M8-1.25 x 15 .................................21  
Hex Nut M8-1.25..........................................19  
Flat Washer 8mm ........................................40  
Hex Bolt M12-1.75 x 25 ................................4  
Flat Washer 12mm ........................................5  
Knob M6-1 x 15 ..............................................1  
Cotter Pins .....................................................2  
F
Handwheel Handle ........................................1  
G. Pulley Cover ...................................................1  
H. V-Belt..............................................................1  
A
B
C
The items listed below are optional components  
and are not required for bandsaw operations.  
Their installation and use is covered in  
E
F
D
Operation, beginning on Page 19. Parts A and  
D are required for Vertical Cutting (Page 30).  
G
H
Description  
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M. Table (Vertical Operation).............................1  
N. Work Stop.......................................................1  
O. Work Stop Rod ...............................................1  
P. Table Support (Vertical Operation) ..............1  
Figure 4. Small components.  
M
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Description (Figure 5)  
Qty  
I. Rear Panel......................................................1  
J. Right Side Panel ............................................1  
K. Front Panel.....................................................1  
L. Left Side Panel...............................................1  
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Figure 6. Optional components.  
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4. Attach the right side panel (the side without  
the handle) to the stand assembly as shown  
in Figure 9 with (7) M8-1.25 x 15 hex bolts,  
(7) M8-1.25 hex nuts, and (14) 8mm flat  
washers.  
Assembly  
1. Attach the front and rear panels of the stand  
together as shown in Figure 7 with (6) M8-  
1.25 x 15 hex bolts, (6) M8-1.25 hex nuts hex  
nuts, and (12) 8mm flat washers.  
To assemble the bandsaw:  
Right Side  
Panel  
x7  
Stand  
Assembly  
Rear Panel  
Front Panel  
x6  
Figure 9. Left side panel assembly.  
5. Repeat the above step for the right side  
panel using (6) M8-1.25 x 15 hex bolts,  
(6) M8-1.25 hex nuts, and (12) 8mm flat  
washers (see Figure 10 for assembled view).  
Figure 7. Front and rear panel assembly.  
2. Place the assembly upside down on wood  
blocks to avoid scratching it or damaging the  
mounting tabs.  
3. Attach the handle to the left side panel as  
shown in Figure 8 with two M8-1.25 x 15  
hex bolts and 8mm flat washers.  
Left Side Panel  
x2  
Figure 10. Stand assembly.  
Handle  
Figure 8. Handle installation.  
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6. Insert the axle through the holes in the base  
assembly, then slide the wheels over the axle  
and secure each with a cotter pin, as shown  
in Figure 11.  
8. With the help of another person, flip the  
stand assembly right-side up, then lift the  
bandsaw assembly and place it onto the  
stand assembly.  
9. Secure the bandsaw to the stand with four  
M12-1.75 x 25 hex bolts and 12mm flat  
washers, as shown in Figure 13.  
Axle  
Base  
Wheel  
Hex Bolts  
(2 of 4 Shown)  
Cotter Pin  
Figure 11. Wheel assembly.  
(Handwheel Not Yet  
Installed)  
7. Thread the leveling feet into the stand  
assembly, as shown in Figure 12. You can  
adjust these later as needed to level the  
bandsaw.  
Figure 13. Mounting bandsaw to stand.  
10. Loosen the belt tension bolt shown in Figure  
14.  
Leveling  
Feet  
(Pulley Cover Not  
Belt Tension Bolt  
Yet Installed)  
Figure 12. Leveling feet.  
Figure 14. Belt tension bolt location.  
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11. Pivot the motor assembly upward, then place  
the belt over the gearbox and motor pulleys,  
as shown in Figure 15.  
Motor Pulley  
Gearbox  
Pulley  
Knob Location  
Motor  
Assembly  
Figure 17. Pulley cover knob.  
13. Slide the vise handwheel onto the leadscrew  
and tighten the set screw shown in Figure  
18. Thread the handle into the handwheel  
and tighten it.  
Figure 15. Installing belt.  
12. Install the pulley cover (Figure 16) with two  
M6-1 x 12 hex bolts, three 6mm flat washers,  
and the South Bend cast aluminum knob  
(see Figure 17).  
Leadscrew  
Belt  
Hex Bolts  
Cover  
Handle  
Set Screw  
Handwheel  
Figure 18. Vise handwheel.  
Figure 16. Pulley cover.  
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Cleaning & Protecting  
The unpainted surfaces are coated at the factory  
with a heavy-duty rust preventative that  
prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.  
The benefit of this rust preventative is that it  
works very well. The downside is that it can be  
time-consuming to thoroughly remove.  
Many cleaning solvents are  
toxic if inhaled. Minimize  
your risk by only using  
these products in a well  
ventilated area.  
Be patient and do a careful job when cleaning  
and removing the rust preventative. The time  
you spend doing this will reward you with  
smooth-sliding parts and a better appreciation  
for the proper care of the unpainted surfaces.  
Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as  
acetone or brake parts cleaner that may  
damage painted surfaces. Always follow the  
manufacturer’s instructions when using any  
type of cleaning product.  
Although there are many ways to successfully  
remove the rust preventative, we have cleaned  
thousands of machines and found the following  
process to be the best balance between efficiency  
and minimized exposure to toxic fumes or  
chemicals.  
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:  
1. Put on safety glasses and disposable gloves.  
2. Coat all surfaces that have rust preventative  
with a liberal amount of your cleaner or  
degreaser and let them soak for a few  
minutes.  
Before cleaning, gather the following:  
Disposable rags  
Cleaner/degreaser (certain citrus-based  
degreasers work extremely well and they  
have non-toxic fumes)  
3. Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner or  
degreaser is effective, the rust preventative  
will wipe off easily.  
Safety glasses & disposable gloves  
Note: To clean off thick coats of rust preventative  
on flat surfaces, such as beds or tables, use  
a PLASTIC paint scraper to scrape off the  
majority of the coating before wiping it off  
with your rag. (Do not use a metal scraper or  
it may scratch the surface.)  
Note: Automotive degreasers, mineral spirits, or  
WD•40 can be used to remove rust preventative.  
Before using these products, though, test them  
on an inconspicuous area of a painted area to  
make sure they will not damage it.  
4. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,  
then coat all unpainted surfaces with a  
quality metal protectant or light oil to  
prevent rust.  
Gasoline and petroleum  
products have low flash  
points and can explode  
or cause fire if used for  
cleaning. Avoid using these  
products to remove rust  
preventative.  
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Weight Load  
Location  
Refer to the Machine Specifications for the  
weight of your machine. Make sure that the  
Physical Environment  
surface upon which the machine is placed will  
The physical environment where your machine  
is operated is important for safe operation and  
longevity of parts. For best results, operate this  
machine in a dry environment that is free from  
excessive moisture, hazardous or flammable  
chemicals, airborne abrasives, or extreme  
conditions. Extreme conditions for this type  
of machinery are generally those where the  
ambient temperature is outside the range of 41°–  
104°F; the relative humidity is outside the range  
of 20–95% (non-condensing); or the environment  
is subject to vibration, shocks, or bumps.  
bear the weightofthemachine,additional
equipment that may be installed on the machine,  
and the heaviest workpiece that will be used.  
Additionally, consider the weight of the operator  
and any dynamic loading that may occur when  
operating the machine.  
Space Allocation  
Consider the largest size of workpiece that will  
be processed through this machine and provide  
enough space aroundthe machineforadequate  
operator material handling or the installation  
of auxiliary equipment. With permanent  
installations, leave enough space around  
the machine to open or remove doors/covers  
as required by the maintenance and service  
described in this manual.  
Electrical Installation  
Place this machine near an existing power  
source. Make sure all power cords are protected  
from traffic, material handling, moisture,  
chemicals, or other hazards. Make sure to leave  
access to a means of disconnecting the power  
source or engaging a lockout/tagout device.  
Children or untrained  
people may be seriously  
injured by this machine.  
Only install in an access  
restricted location.  
Lighting  
Lighting around the machine must be adequate  
enough that operations can be performed  
safely. Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that  
may distract or impede the operator must be  
eliminated.  
19"  
Power  
Connection  
35¾"  
16¾"  
6" Min.  
38"  
(Drawing Not to Scale)  
Figure 19. Clearances.  
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3. Open the downfeed valve and allow the  
saw to travel all the way down. If the blade  
contacts the machine base or the auto-  
OFF tab rests on the toggle switch, adjust  
the downfeed stop bolt as described in  
Downfeed Stop Bolt, on Page 35.  
Power Connection  
Electrocution or fire  
may occur if machine is  
ungrounded, incorrectly  
connected to power, or  
connected to an undersized  
circuit. Use a qualified  
electrician to ensure a safe  
power connection.  
4. Connect the machine to the power source.  
5. Put on safety glasses and secure loose  
clothing or long hair.  
6. Lift the bandsaw by the handle. Close the  
downfeed valve to prevent it from lowering.  
Once your machine is set up and assembled as  
previously described in this manual, it is ready to  
be connected to the power source.  
7. Start the bandsaw while keeping your finger  
near the ON/OFF toggle switch at all times  
during the test run. The bandsaw should run  
smoothly with little or no vibration.  
If you plan to use the machine at 110V,  
simply plug it into a receptacle on a 110V  
circuit that meets the requirements listed on  
Page 10.  
— If you suspect any problems, immediately  
turn the bandsaw OFF, disconnect it from  
power, and correct the problem before  
continuing.  
If you plan to use the machine at 220V, you  
will have to convert the machine for 220V.  
Refer to Electrical, beginning on Page 41.  
— If you need any help with your bandsaw  
call our Tech Support at (360) 734-1540.  
8. Open the downfeed valve to lower the saw  
through its full range of motion. When it  
reaches the bottom of its travel, it should  
turn OFF. If it does not, manually turn it  
OFF, disconnect it from power, then proceed  
immediately to Auto-Off Tab, on Page 37.  
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.  
Inspections &  
Adjustments  
Note: Refer to Troubleshooting on Page 38 for  
solutions to common problems that occur with  
metal-cutting bandsaws. If you need additional  
help, contact our Tech Support at (360) 734-1540. The following list of adjustments were performed  
at the factory before your machine was shipped.  
If you find that the adjustments are not set  
according to the procedures in this manual or  
your personal preferences, re-adjust them.  
To test run your machine:  
1. Read and follow the safety instructions at  
the beginning of the manual, take required  
safety precautions, and make sure the  
machine is set up and adjusted properly  
Blade Tracking .................................Page 35.  
Squaring the Blade ..........................Page 37.  
Blade Guide Bearings ......................Page 36.  
2. Clear away all tools and objects used during  
assembly and preparation.  
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OPERATION  
To complete a typical operation, the operator  
does the following:  
1. Examines the workpiece to make sure it is  
Operation Overview  
The purpose of this overview is to provide  
the novice machine operator with a basic  
understanding of how the machine is used during  
operation, so they can more easily understand  
the controls discussed later in this manual.  
suitable for cutting.  
2. Checks/adjusts the V-belt position on the  
pulleys to ensure the correct cutting speed  
for the workpiece.  
Note: Due to the generic nature of this overview,  
it is not intended to be an instructional guide  
for performing actual machine operations.  
To learn more about specific operations and  
machining techniques, seek training from people  
experienced with this type of machine, and do  
additional research outside of this manual by  
reading "how-to" books, trade magazines, or  
websites.  
3. Raises the head, then closes the downfeed  
valve.  
4. Adjusts the vise angle for the operation, then  
securely clamps the workpiece in the vise.  
5. Lowers the saw bow close to the workpiece,  
then adjusts the guide post to within 1" of  
the workpiece, and verifies that the blade is  
properly tensioned.  
To reduce the risk of  
serious injury when using  
this machine, read and  
understand this entire  
manual before beginning  
any operations.  
6. Adjusts the guide post so the opening  
between the two blade guides is  
approximately 14" larger than the width of  
the workpiece.  
7. Makes sure the workpiece and bandsaw are  
stable and that there are no obstructions in  
the way of the cut.  
8. Puts on safety glasses.  
Loose hair, clothing, or  
jewelry could get caught  
in machinery and cause  
serious personal injury.  
Keep these items away  
from moving parts at all  
times to reduce this risk.  
9. Starts the bandsaw and waits for the blade  
to reach full speed.  
10. Opens the downfeed valve to lower the head  
and blade into the workpiece, then allows  
the bandsaw to complete the cut.  
11. Once the bandsaw has stopped, raises the  
head, and removes the workpieces.  
During operation, small  
metal chips may become  
airborne, leading to serious  
eye injury. Wear safety  
glasses to reduce this risk.  
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I. Head Locking Pin: Can be inserted into one  
of three holes to lock the head in the down,  
up, or vertical positions.  
Controls  
Refer to Figures 2021 and the following  
descriptions to become familiar with the basic  
controls of this machine.  
J. Vise Jaw Lock Bolt: Locks the vise jaw at  
the angle set by the operator.  
A. Blade Tension Knob: Adjusts the position  
of the upper blade wheel to apply or release  
blade tension.  
K. Feed Pressure Handle: Controls the feed  
pressure by increasing or decreasing preload  
on the feed pressure spring.  
B. Guide Post Knob: Locks the guide post in  
the position set by the operator.  
L. Transport Handle: Provides a solid control  
point for moving the machine.  
C. Downfeed Rate Adjust Knob: Controls  
the speed at which the blade lowers into the  
workpiece.  
M. Fence Scale: Indicates the angle of the vise  
fence.  
D. Downfeed Valve: Controls the starting and  
N. Vise Fence Bolts (behind fence): Lock the  
stopping of the headstock downfeed.  
fence at the angle set by the operator.  
E. Work Stop Lock Knob: Locks the work stop  
J
K
in the position set by the operator.  
I
F. ON/OFF Toggle Switch: Turns the saw  
motor ON or OFF.  
G. Vise Jaw Handwheel: Controls the vise jaw  
N
movement.  
M
H. Downfeed Stop Bolt: Adjusts to determine  
L
the absolute bottom limit of blade travel.  
C
B
Figure 21. Rear Identification.  
A
G
H
F
D
E
Figure 20. Front Identification.  
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E. Tooth Rake: The angle of the tooth face  
Blade Selection  
from a line perpendicular to the length of the  
blade.  
Selecting the right blade for the cut requires a  
knowledge of various blade characteristics. This  
section breaks down blade characteristics to help  
the reader make an informed decision about  
what blade to use for a given operation.  
F. Gullet Depth: The distance from the tooth  
tip to the bottom of the curved area (gullet).  
G. Tooth Pitch: The distance between tooth  
tips.  
Blade Terminology  
H. Blade Back: The distance between the  
bottom of the gullet and the back edge of the  
blade.  
A
B
C
I. Blade Pitch or TPI: The number of teeth per  
inch measured from gullet to gullet.  
Blade Length  
Measured by the blade circumference, blade  
lengths are usually unique to the brand of your  
bandsaw and the distance between the wheels.  
F
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H
D
G
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Model  
Blade Length  
SB1017.............................................................6412  
"
Figure 22. Bandsaw blade terminology.  
Blade Width  
A. Kerf: The width of the cut made during  
operation.  
Measured from the back of the blade to the tip  
of the blade tooth (the widest point), blade width  
is often the first consideration given to blade  
selection. Blade width dictates the largest and  
smallest curve that can be cut, as well as how  
accurately it can cut a straight line—generally  
the wider the blade, the straighter it will cut.  
B. Tooth Set: The distance each tooth is bent  
left or right from the blade.  
C. Gauge: The thickness of the blade.  
D. Blade Width: The widest point of the blade  
measured from the tip of the tooth to the  
back edge of the blade.  
Model  
Blade Width  
SB1017.................................................................12  
"
Curve Cutting: Curve cutting can only be  
performed while the machine is in the vertical  
position. See Vertical Operation on Page 30  
for more information on vertical cutting. The  
smallest radius curve that can accurately be cut  
with a 12" blade width is approximately 212".  
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Tooth Set  
Three common tooth sets are alternate, wavy,  
and raker (see Figure 23). Each removes  
material in a different manner when cutting the  
workpiece.  
Standard (or Raker)  
Variable Pitch (VP)  
Variable Pitch Positive Rake  
Hook (or Claw)  
Figure 23. Bandsaw blade tooth sets.  
Skip (or Skip Tooth)  
Alternate: An all-purpose arrangement of  
bending the teeth evenly left and right of the  
blade. Generally used for milder metals.  
Figure 24. Bandsaw blade tooth types.  
Wavy: Generally three or more teeth in a group  
that are bent one way, followed by a non-set  
tooth, and then a group bent the other way.  
Recommended for straight cuts in thin metals or  
thin-wall tubing.  
Variable Pitch (VP): Varying gullet depth and  
tooth spacing, a "0" rake angle, excellent chip  
removing capacity, and smooth cutting.  
Variable Pitch with Positive Rake: Varying  
gullet depth and tooth spacing, a positive rake  
angle, better chip formation, and aggressive  
cutting.  
Raker: Three teeth in a recurring group—one  
bent left, next one bent right, and then a non-  
set tooth. The raker set is ideal for most contour  
cuts.  
Hook or Claw: Wide gullets (round or flat),  
equally spaced teeth, positive rake angle, and  
fast cut with good surface finish.  
Tooth Type  
The most common tooth types are described  
below and illustrated in Figure 24.  
Skip or Skip Tooth: Wide, flat gullets, a "0" rake  
angle, equally spaced teeth, and recommended  
for non-ferrous materials.  
Standard or Raker: Equally spaced teeth set at  
a "0" rake angle. Recommended for all purpose  
use.  
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2. Refer to the "Material Width/Diameter"  
O P E R AT I O N  
Blade Pitch (TPI)  
row of the blade selection chart in Figure  
25, and read across to find the workpiece  
thickness you need to cut.  
The chart below is a basic starting point for  
choosing teeth per inch (TPI) for variable pitch  
blades and standard raker set bi-metal blades/  
HSS blades. However, for exact specifications  
of bandsaw blades that are correct for your  
operation, contact the blade manufacturer.  
3. Refer to the "Material Shapes" row and find  
the shape of the material to be cut.  
4. In the applicable row, read across to the  
right and find the box where the row and  
column intersect. Listed in the box is the  
minimum TPI recommended for the variable  
tooth pitch blades.  
To select the correct blade pitch:  
1. Measure the material thickness. This  
measurement is the distance from where  
each tooth enters the workpiece to where it  
exits the workpiece.  
Material Width/Diameter  
Material Shapes  
Teeth Per Inch (TPI) for Bandsaw Blades  
TOOTH SELECTION  
mm  
50  
75  
5/8  
100  
4/6  
150  
200  
250  
300  
12  
350  
1.4/2.5  
400  
2/3  
450  
1.5/.8  
3/4  
9
2/3  
4/6  
3/4  
1.5/.8  
2/3  
6
1.4/2.5  
10 11  
3/4  
2 2½ 3 3½  
inch  
4
5
7
8
13 14 15 16 17 18  
19  
Figure 25. General guidelines for blade selection and speed chart.  
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Blade Changes  
Change blades when they become dull, damaged,  
or if the operation requires a different type of  
blade.  
Blade T  
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el  
To change the blade on the bandsaw:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
2. Raise the head of the bandsaw to the vertical  
position, use the head locking pin to hold it  
in place, then remove the wheel access cover.  
3. Loosen the tension knob and slip the blade  
Figure 27. Blade cutting direction.  
off of the wheels.  
6. When the blade is around both wheels,  
adjust the position so the back of the blade is  
against the shoulder of the wheels as shown  
in Figure 28.  
4. Install the new blade through both blade  
guide bearings, as shown in Figure 26, and  
around the bottom wheel.  
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Wheel Shoulder  
Blade  
Guide  
Bearings  
Figure 26. Installing blade.  
Figure 28. Installing blade around wheel.  
5. Hold the blade around the bottom wheel with  
one hand and slip it around the top wheel with  
the other hand, keeping the blade between the  
blade guide bearings.  
7. Tighten the tension knob so the blade will  
not slip on the wheels upon startup.  
8. Connect the bandsaw to the power source.  
Note: It is sometimes possible to flip the  
blade inside out, in which case the blade will  
be installed in the wrong direction. Check to  
make sure the blade teeth are facing toward  
the workpiece, as shown in Figure 27, after  
mounting to the bandsaw. Some blades will  
have a directional arrow as a guide.  
9. Briefly turn the bandsaw ON then OFF to  
position the blade and resume the previous  
tracking.  
— If the tracking needs to be adjusted, see  
Blade Tracking on Page 35.  
— If the tracking is fine, proceed to Blade  
Tension on Page 25.  
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blade selection  
Blade Tension  
Blade Breakage  
Proper tension is essential to avoid vibration,  
twist, or`slippage on the wheels. A correctly  
tensioned blade provides long life, straight cuts,  
and efficient cutting times.  
Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to  
break. Some of these conditions are unavoidable  
and are the natural result of the stresses to  
which bandsaw blades are subjected. Other  
causes of blade breakage are avoidable.  
The three major signs of incorrect tension are:  
1) The blade stalls in the cut and slips on the  
wheels, 2) the blade frequently breaks, and 3) the  
cuts are not straight.  
The most common causes of avoidable blade  
breakage are:  
Faulty alignment or adjustment of the blade  
guides.  
To tension the blade on the bandsaw:  
1. Make sure the blade is tracking properly  
Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a  
tight radius.  
(refer to Blade Tracking on Page 35).  
2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
Feeding the workpiece too fast.  
Dull or damaged teeth.  
Over-tensioned blade.  
3. Loosen and slide the blade guide as far out  
as it will go, then tighten it down again.  
4. Turn the tension knob in Figure 29  
clockwise to tighten the blade or clockwise to  
loosen the blade.  
Top blade guide assembly set too high above  
the workpiece. Adjust the top blade guide  
assembly so that there is approximately 14  
"
!
Blade  
Tension  
Knob  
between the bottom of the assembly and the  
workpiece. Understand that with smaller  
workpieces, this may not be possible. In  
these cases, simply adjust the blade guide as  
far down as possible.  
Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly  
finished braze or weld.  
Continuously running the bandsaw when not  
in use.  
Leaving the blade tensioned when not in use.  
Using the wrong blade pitch (TPI) for the  
workpiece thickness. The general rule of  
thumb is to have no fewer than three teeth  
in contact with the workpiece when cutting.  
Figure 29. Adjusting blade tension.  
5. Using moderate finger pressure, push  
against the side of the blade. If the blade  
flexes more than 18", tighten the blade  
tension knob further, then repeat this step.  
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Blade Care & Break-In Blade Speed  
The bandsaw is capable of operating at 80,  
Blade Care  
120, or 200 FPM (Feet Per Minute). The speed  
can easily be adjusted by changing the V-belt  
placement. Figure 30 shows the pulley positions  
required for each speed. The charts on the  
following page provide guidelines for determining  
which speed to use for a cutting operation  
To prolong blade life, always use a blade with  
the proper width, set, type, and pitch for each  
application. Maintain the appropriate feed  
rate, feed pressure, and blade speed. Keep your  
blades clean, since dirty or gummed up blades  
pass through the cutting material with much  
more resistance than clean blades, causing  
unnecessary heat.  
Gearbox Pulley  
Motor Pulley  
80 FPM  
120 FPM  
200 FPM  
Blade Break-In  
The tips and edges of a new blade are extremely  
sharp. Cutting at too fast of a feed rate or too  
slow of a blade speed can fracture these tips and  
edges, causing the blade to quickly become dull.  
Properly breaking-in a blade allows these sharp  
edges to wear without fracturing, thus keeping  
the blade sharp longer.  
Figure 30. Pulley & V-belt configuration.  
To change the blade speeds:  
Use the Chip Inspection Chart on Page 27  
to ensure that the optimal blade speed and feed  
rate are being used.  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
2. Open the belt cover, then loosen the belt  
tension bolt shown in Figure 31 to allow the  
motor to pivot.  
To properly break-in a new blade:  
1. Choose the correct speed for the blade and  
material of the operation.  
Belt Tension Bolt  
2. Reduce the feed pressure by half for the first  
50–100 in2 of material cut.  
3. To avoid twisting the blade when cutting,  
wait until the total width of the blade is in  
the cut before adjusting the feed pressure.  
Figure 31. Motor tension bolt.  
3. Lift the motor to relieve the belt tension  
and position the belt in the desired pulley  
alignment.  
4. Release the motor and let its weight tension  
the belt.  
5. Re-tighten the belt tension bolt and close the  
belt cover.  
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Blade Speed Chart  
The blade speed chart in Figure 32 offers guidelines for various metals, given in feet per minute  
(FPM). Choose the closest available machine blade speed to the number shown in the chart. Refer to  
the Chip Inspection Chart that follows for recommendations on adjusting your operation based on  
the appearance of the chips produced  
Speed FPM  
(M/Min)  
Speed FPM  
(M/Min)  
Speed FPM  
(M/Min)  
Speed FPM  
(M/Min)  
Material  
Material  
Material  
Material  
Carbon  
Steel  
Free Machining  
Stainless Steel  
196~354  
203  
111~321  
150~203  
Alloy  
Tool Steel  
(60) (108)  
(62)  
(34) (98)  
(46) (62)  
Steel  
75~118  
246  
(75)  
108~225  
(33) (75)  
High-Speed  
Tool Steel  
180~220  
(54) (67)  
Angle  
Steel  
Gray  
Mold Steel  
(25) (36)  
Cast Iron  
Water  
Ductile  
Austenitic  
Cast Iron  
180~220  
(54) (67)  
242  
(75)  
65~85  
Cold-Work  
Tool Steel  
95~213  
Thin  
Hardened  
Tool Steel  
(20) (26)  
(29) (65)  
Tube  
203  
(62)  
220~534  
(67) (163)  
Stainless  
85  
321  
Aluminum  
Alloy  
Hot-Work  
Tool Steel  
Malleable  
Steel  
(26)  
(98)  
Cast Iron  
203~213  
(62) (65)  
Copper  
Alloy  
229~482  
(70) (147)  
85-203  
Oil-Hardened  
Tool Steel  
CR Stainless  
Steel  
220  
(67)  
Plastics  
(26) (62)  
Figure 32. Dry cutting blade speed chart.  
Chip Inspection Chart  
The best method for choosing the cutting speed and feed rate for a cutting operation is to inspect the  
chips created by the cut. These chips will be indicators of what is commonly referred to as the "chip  
load". Refer to the chip inspection chart below to evaluate chip characteristics and determine whether  
to adjust feed rate/pressure, blade speed, or both.  
Chip  
Appearance  
Chip  
Description  
Chip  
Color  
Blade  
Speed  
Feed Rate/  
Pressure  
Other  
Actions  
Thin & Curled  
Silver  
Good  
Good  
Hard, Thick &  
Short  
Brown or Blue  
Brown or Blue  
Increase  
Increase  
Decrease  
Decrease  
Hard, Strong &  
Thick  
Hard, Strong,  
Curled & Thick  
Silver or Light  
Brown  
Decrease  
Slightly  
Check Blade  
Pitch  
Check Blade  
Pitch  
Good  
Increase  
Good  
Hard, Coiled & Thin  
Straight & Thin  
Powdery  
Silver  
Silver  
Silver  
Decrease  
Increase  
Increase  
Decrease  
Coiled, Tight &  
Thin  
Check Blade  
Pitch  
Silver  
Good  
Decrease  
Figure 33. Chip inspection chart.  
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Downfeed Pressure Work Stop  
The downfeed pressure is controlled by the  
spring and handle shown in Figure 34.  
The work stop can be used to make uniform-  
length cuts on multiple workpieces.  
To decrease downfeed pressure, twist the handle  
clockwise to increase spring tension.  
To install and use the work stop:  
1. Insert the work stop rod into the machine  
base (as shown in Figure 36), then tighten  
the set screw to secure it.  
To increase downfeed pressure, twist the handle  
counterclockwise to release spring tension.  
Set Screw  
Handle  
Work Stop  
Rod  
Work Stop  
Work Stop  
Set Screw  
Spring  
Figure 36. Downfeed rate controls.  
Figure 34. Downfeed rate controls.  
2. Slide the work stop onto the work stop rod,  
adjust it as needed to provide a stop for the  
workpiece, then tighten the work stop set  
screw.  
Downfeed Rate  
The downfeed valve starts and stops headstock  
downfeed.  
The downfeed rate is adjusted by turning the  
downfeed rate adjust knob (Figure 35). Turning  
the knob clockwise decreases the downfeed rate  
and turning the knob counterclockwise increases  
the downfeed rate.  
Downfeed Rate  
Adjust Knob  
Downfeed  
Valve  
Figure 35. Downfeed pressure.  
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2. Use the scale as a guide to set your angle or  
use a machinist square to set the angle of the  
vise fence, as shown in Figure 38.  
Vise  
Always turn the saw OFF and allow the blade  
to come to a complete stop before using the  
vise! Failure to follow this caution may lead to  
injury.  
The vise can hold material up to six inches wide  
and be set to cut angles from 0° to 45°.  
Tools Needed  
Wrench or Socket 12mm.......................................1  
Machinist Square..................................................1  
Qty  
Scale  
To use the vise:  
1. Loosen the two hex bolts shown in Figure  
Figure 38. Squaring vise to blade.  
37.  
3. Tighten the hex bolts.  
4. Loosen the hex bolt on the vise jaw so the  
jaw can float, then match the angle of the  
workpiece and re-tighten the hex bolt.  
Hex Bolts  
5. Tighten the vise against the workpiece.  
Figure 39 shows the correct methods for  
holding different workpiece shapes.  
NOT  
RECOMMENDED  
RECOMMENDED  
Figure 37. Vise hex bolts.  
Figure 39. Workholding options by material shape.  
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Blade Guide  
The upper blade guide should be positioned as  
close to the workpiece as possible for all cutting  
operations. The support provided by keeping  
the blade guides close ensures straight cuts by  
keeping the blade from twisting and drifting off  
the cut line.  
Downfeed Ram  
Cap Screw  
To adjust the blade guide:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
Figure 41. Downfeed ram cap screw location.  
2. Loosen the knob shown in Figure 40 and  
slide the blade guide to within 14" of the  
workpiece, then re-tighten the knob.  
4. Remove the two flat head screws and the  
blade guide cover shown in Figure 42.  
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Flat  
Head  
Screws  
Blade Guide  
Blade  
Guide  
Cover  
Knob  
Figure 42. Blade guide cover.  
Figure 40. Blade guides.  
5. Install the table with the two screws  
removed in Step 2.  
Vertical Cutting  
6. Install the table bracket with the pre-  
installed hex bolt, the M6-1 x 12 flat head  
screw, and the M6-1 hex nut, as shown in  
Figure 43.  
The Model SB1017 can easily be set up for  
vertical cutting operations.  
To convert the saw for vertical cutting:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
Table  
2. Open the downfeed valve and allow the saw  
to lower fully.  
Table Bracket  
3. Unthread and remove the downfeed ram cap  
screw shown in Figure 41, then pivot the  
saw bow up into the vertical position. Push  
the head locking pin (Figure 1) inward to  
lock the saw in the upright position.  
Pre-installed Hex Bolt  
Figure 43. Table installed.  
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7. Place a level on the table, as shown in  
Figure 44, then use the vertical stop bolt  
shown in Figure 45 along with the slotted  
table mount bracket to level the table.  
Operation Tips  
The following tips will help you safely and  
effectively operate your bandsaw and help you  
get the maximum life out of your saw blades.  
Horizontal Cutting  
Use the work stop to quickly and accurately  
cut multiple pieces of stock to the same  
length.  
Clamp the material firmly in the vise jaws to  
ensure a straight cut through the material.  
Let the blade reach full speed before  
engaging the workpiece. Never start a cut  
with the blade in contact with the workpiece.  
Figure 44. Leveling vertical setup.  
Pay attention to the chips produced by the  
cutting operation and use their appearance  
to fine-tune the blade speed, feed speed,  
and pressure (refer to the Chip Inspection  
Chart on Page 27).  
Wait until the blade has completely stopped  
before removing the workpiece from the vise,  
and avoid touching the cut end—it could be  
very hot!  
Vertical  
Stop Bolt  
Vertical Cutting  
Do not cut workpieces that cannot be  
properly supported or stabilized without  
a vise in the vertical position. Examples  
are chains, cables, round or oblong-shaped  
workpieces, workpieces with internal or  
built-in moving or rotating parts, etc.  
Figure 45. Vertical stop bolt (blade cover removed for  
clarity).  
Make sure that the vertical table assembly is  
securely fastened to the bandsaw frame so it  
will adequately support the workpiece.  
Adjusts the guide post so the opening  
between the two blade guides is  
approximately 14" larger than the width of  
the workpiece.  
Release blade tension at the end of each use  
to prolong blade life.  
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SBL One Good Turn T-Shirt  
100% Cotton, preshrunk T-shirts, available in  
sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL.  
A C C E S S O R I E S  
ACCESSORIES  
Accessories  
This South Bend merchandise may be available  
through your local South Bend Lathe Co. dealer.  
If you do not have a dealer in your area, please  
call us at (360) 734-1540 or email us at  
SB1298—SBL Bench Lathe Shop Clock  
SB1299—SBL Toolroom Lathe Shop Clock  
SB1300—SBL Lathe with Man  
These fine traditional shop clocks are constructed  
with a metal antique-finished frame. They are  
easy to read from a distance and measure 14"  
in diameter. Pictures just don't do them justice.  
They are very nice quality clocks and perfect for  
the South Bend Lathe aficionado.  
SB1298  
SB1299  
Figure 47. Official South Bend Lathe T-Shirts.  
SB1300  
Figure 46. Antique-finished South Bend shop clocks.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Maintenance Schedule Lubrication  
For optimum performance from your machine,  
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to  
any specific instructions given in this section.  
Before applying lubricant, wipe the area clean for  
best results. Lubricate the components shown in  
Figure 48 with multi-purpose gear grease.  
Guide  
Post  
!
Always disconnect  
machine from power before  
performing maintenance or  
serious personal injury may  
result.  
Tension  
Leadscrew  
Daily  
Check/correct loose mounting bolts.  
Check/correct damaged or dull saw blade.  
Check/correct worn or damaged wires.  
Clean/protect table.  
Clean metal chips from upper and lower  
wheel areas.  
Vise Leadscrew  
Figure 48. Lubrication locations.  
Correct any other unsafe condition.  
Gearbox  
At least once a year, drain and replace the  
gearbox oil.  
Monthly  
Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.  
Lubricate tension leadscrew, guide post, and  
vise leadscrew.  
Items Needed  
Qty  
Wrench 4mm .........................................................1  
Mobil Spartan EP220 or ISO 220 EP Equivalent  
Gear Oil ........................ Approximately 1 Pint  
Handheld Oil Pump ..............................................1  
Shop Rags...............................................As needed  
Wooden Blocks .......................................As needed  
Yearly  
Lubricate gearbox.  
Cleaning  
To change the gearbox oil:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
Use a brush and a shop vacuum to remove chips  
and other debris from the machine. Keep the  
non-painted surfaces rust-free with regular  
applications of a high-quality rust preventative.  
2. Loosen the four hex bolts that secure the  
machine to the cabinet.  
Periodically, remove the blade and thoroughly  
clean all metal chips or built-up grease from the  
wheel surfaces and blade housing.  
3. With the help of another person, carefully  
remove the saw from the stand and place  
it on a workbench. Use wooden blocks to  
support the machine so that the gearbox  
cover is horizontal, as shown in Figure  
49. This will prevent spilling of oil in the  
following steps. Make sure the machine is  
sufficiently supported and stable so that it  
will not shift during this procedure.  
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Belt Tension Bolt  
Hex Bolts  
Downfeed  
Ram Bracket  
Gear Box  
Cover  
Gear Box  
Figure 50. Motor tension bolt.  
Figure 49. Gear box location.  
3. Lift the motor to relieve the belt tension,  
4. Remove the four hex bolts that secure the  
gearbox cover, then remove the gearbox  
cover and downfeed ram bracket.  
then remove the belt.  
4. Install a new belt, then release the motor  
and let its weight tension the belt.  
5. Use a handheld oil pump to draw the oil out  
of the gearbox, then use a rag to remove any  
remaining oil and sediment.  
5. Re-tighten the belt tension bolt and close the  
belt cover.  
6. Add oil to the gearbox until it is  
approximately half full, then replace the  
gearbox cover.  
Machine Storage  
All machinery will develop serious rust problems  
and corrosion damage if it is not properly  
prepared for storage. If decommissioning this  
machine, use the steps in this section to ensure  
that it remains in good condition.  
V-Belt Replacement  
If the V-belt shows signs of excessive wear, such  
as cracking or fraying, it must be replaced.  
To prepare your machine for storage or  
decommission it from service:  
To replace the V-belt  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
2. Open the belt cover, then loosen the belt  
tension bolt shown in Figure 50 to allow the  
motor to pivot.  
2. Thoroughly clean all unpainted, bare metal  
surfaces, then coat them with a light weight  
grease or rust preventative. Take care to  
ensure these surfaces are completely covered  
but that the grease or rust preventative is  
kept off of painted surfaces.  
If the machine will be out of service for only  
a short period of time, use way oil or a good  
grade of medium-weight machine oil (not  
auto engine oil) in place of the grease or rust  
preventative.  
3. Loosen or remove the belt so it does not  
become stretched during storage.  
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4. Fill the gearbox with the recommended gear  
oil so components above the normal oil level  
do not develop rust. (Make sure to put a tag  
on the controls as a reminder for the re-  
commissioning process to adjust the gear oil  
level before starting the machine.)  
Blade Tracking  
The tracking will only need to be adjusted if the  
blade rubs against the wheel shoulder or moves  
more than 116" away from the shoulder.  
Tools Needed  
Wrench or Socket 14mm.......................................1  
Qty  
If the machine will be out of service for only  
a short period of time, start the machine  
once a week and run all gear-driven  
components for a few minutes. This will  
put a fresh coat of gear oil on the gearing  
components inside the gearbox.  
To adjust the blade tracking on the bandsaw:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
2. Position the bandsaw in the vertical position.  
5. Completely cover the machine with a tarp  
or plastic sheet that will keep out dust and  
resist liquid or moisture. If machine will be  
stored in/near direct sunlight, use a cover  
that will block the sun's rays.  
3. Open the wheel access cover.  
4. Loosen, but do not remove the lower hex bolt  
in the blade wheel tilting mechanism shown  
in Figure 52.  
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Downfeed Stop Bolt  
The downfeed stop bolt serves to stop downfeed  
movement. Proper placement of the downfeed  
stop bolt prevents the blade from contacting the  
machine base and the auto-OFF tab from resting  
on the ON/OFF toggle switch, while still allowing  
the blade to move lower than the table surface to  
complete the cut.  
Lower  
Hex Bolt  
To adjust the downfeed stop bolt, loosen the lock  
nut, turn the stop bolt as needed to position it as  
described above, then re-tighten the lock nut.  
Figure 52. Blade tracking adjustments.  
Downfeed Stop  
Bolt  
Lock Nut  
Figure 51. Downfeed stop bolt.  
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5. Use the blade tension knob to release the  
Blade Guide Bearings  
blade tension, as shown in Figure 53.  
The blade guide bearings must be properly  
adjusted to make square cuts. One bearing on  
each assembly has an eccentric bushing that  
allows it to be adjusted to properly support the  
blade. The bearings are secured in place by a hex  
nut and lock washer, as shown in Figure 54.  
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Blade  
Tension  
Knob  
Tracking  
Set Screw  
Backing Bearing  
Figure 53. Adjusting tracking hex bolt.  
Hex Nut  
6. Adjust the tracking set screw, as shown in  
Figure 53, then tighten the lower hex bolt  
loosened in Step 4.  
Eccentric  
Bushing  
— Tightening the tracking set screw will  
move the blade closer to the shoulder of  
the wheel.  
Figure 54. Blade guide adjustments.  
To adjust the blade guide bearings:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
— Loosening the tracking set screw will  
move the blade away from the shoulder.  
2. Position the saw in the vertical position (see  
Vertical Operation on Page 30 for more  
information).  
7. Tension the blade.  
8. Reconnect the power and turn the bandsaw  
3. Loosen the hex nuts that secure the eccentric  
ON.  
bushings attached to the guide bearings.  
— If the blade tracks along the shoulder of  
the wheel (without rubbing), the blade is  
tracking properly and this adjustment is  
completed.  
4. Adjust the eccentric bushing as necessary so  
that it pushes against the blade just enough  
to hold the blade flat between the bearings.  
Note: Since the bearings twist the blade  
into position, it is acceptable if there is  
0.001"–0.002" gap between the blade and  
the front or back of the bearing. Just make  
sure not to squeeze the blade too tightly with  
the bearings. After the guide bearings are  
set, you should be able to rotate the guide  
bearings (although they will be stiff) with  
your fingers.  
— If the blade walks away from the shoulder  
of the wheel or hits the shoulder, turn the  
bandsaw OFF, disconnect it from power,  
then repeat Steps 48.  
9. Turn the bandsaw OFF, disconnect it from  
power, then replace the blade guard and  
wheel access cover.  
5. Adjust the backing bearing in the same  
manner, but leave a gap between 0.002–  
0.003" from the back of the blade.  
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Squaring Blade  
Auto-OFF Tab  
The blade can be adjusted square to the vise  
table. A blade that is square will improve your  
cutting results and extend the life of your blade.  
The auto-OFF tab may require adjustment over  
time if the machine fails to turn itself OFF at the  
end of a cut.  
To square the blade to the table:  
To adjust the auto-OFF tab:  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
2. Separate the blade guides as far as possible,  
then lower the bandsaw all the way until it  
contacts the downfeed stop bolt.  
2. Loosen the hex bolt shown in Figure 56.  
3. Place a square on the table bed and against  
the edge of the blade, as shown in Figure  
55, then check different points along the  
length of the table between the blade guides.  
Hex Bolt  
Auto-OFF Tab  
Hex Bolts  
Figure 56. Auto-OFF tab.  
3. Move the toggle switch to the ON position  
(keep the machine disconnected from  
power—the motor does not need to be  
running for this adjustment).  
Figure 55. Squaring the blade.  
4. Open the downfeed valve to allow the saw  
to move downward. Wait for it to come to a  
stop.  
4. If the blade is not square to the table, loosen  
the hex bolts shown in Figure 55 and  
rotate the blade guide bearing assemblies as  
necessary until the blade is perpendicular to  
the bed, then re-tighten the hex bolts.  
5. Push the auto-OFF tab downward into the  
toggle switch until the switch moves to the  
OFF position. Then, without moving the  
auto-OFF tab from this position, tighten the  
hex bolt to secure the auto-OFF tab.  
6. Lift the saw, move the toggle switch to the  
ON position, then allow the saw to move  
downward again. Watch to see if the auto-  
OFF tab moves the toggle switch to the OFF  
position. If it doesn't, loosen the hex bolt,  
then repeat Step 5, fine-tuning the position  
of the auto-OFF tab as necessary.  
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Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
Machine does not  
start.  
1. Power supply switched off/has  
1. Switch power supply on/verify voltage.  
incorrect voltage.  
2. Blown fuse/tripped circuit breaker  
2. Correct the cause of overload, then reset/replace  
at main panel.  
fuse or breaker.  
3. Plug or receptacle is corroded or  
3. Clean/retighten contacts; correct the wiring.  
mis-wired.  
4. Break or short in wiring; or loose  
4. Trace/replace broken or corroded wires; fix loose  
connections.  
connections.  
5. Motor connection wired incorrectly.  
5. Wire motor correctly (refer to inside junction box  
cover or manual).  
6. Motor ON/OFF switch at fault.  
7. Start capacitor blown or at fault.  
8. Centrifugal switch at fault.  
9. Motor at fault.  
6. Replace switch.  
7. Replace start capacitor.  
8. Adjust/replace centrifugal switch.  
9. Test for shorted windings, bad bearings and repair  
or replace.  
Motor chatters  
1. Extension cord (if used) is causing  
1. Move machine closer to the power source or use a  
during startup or  
during operation.  
voltage drop.  
larger gauge or shorter extension cord.  
2. Power supply has incorrect voltage  
2. Contact your power company to fix the power  
on one or more legs.  
supply.  
Machine has  
excessive vibration  
or noise.  
1. Blade is missing teeth.  
2. Motor fan rubbing on fan cover.  
3. Motor or table is loose.  
4. V-belt loose.  
1. Replace blade.  
2. Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose or damaged fan.  
3. Tighten any loose fasteners.  
4. Tighten V-belt.  
5. Guide post lock lever is loose.  
5. Tighten the lock lever.  
6. Machine incorrectly mounted on  
6. Level/shim base; tighten/adjust mounting hardware  
floor.  
or feet.  
7. V-belt worn or damaged.  
7. Replace V-belt. Use a link belt if possible.  
8. Pulley loose or not in alignment;  
8. Replace worn pulley, key, and shaft, and realign.  
shaft bent.  
9. Centrifugal switch out of  
9. Adjust/replace centrifugal switch.  
adjustment; at fault.  
10. Motor bearings worn or damaged.  
10. Replace motor bearings or replace motor.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
!
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
Machine stalls  
or slows when  
operating.  
1. Too much pressure when feeding  
1. Reduce pressure when feeding workpiece.  
workpiece.  
2. Workpiece is warped and binding  
2. Fabricate a jig for better workpiece control.  
blade.  
3. Blade is not correct for material  
3. Use the correct blade for the operation. Refer to  
being cut.  
Blade Selection section beginning on Page 25.  
4. Belt slipping.  
4. Tension/replace belt; ensure pulleys are aligned.  
5. Motor overheated.  
5. Let cool, clean motor, and reduce workload.  
6. Motor connection wired incorrectly.  
6. Review wiring diagram on motor cover; correct wire  
connections.  
7. Motor at fault.  
7. Test for shorted windings, bad bearings and repair  
or replace.  
Workpiece angle  
incorrect or out of  
square.  
1. Scale not calibrated or loose vise.  
1. Zero fence to blade and realign scale. Tighten any  
loose fasteners.  
2. Table guide post is loose or out of  
2. Tighten any loose hardware or lock levers. Align the  
alignment.  
guide post (see Page 37).  
Machine or blade  
bogs down in the  
cut.  
1. Excessive load on the blade.  
1. Reduce feed rate or increase blade speed  
2. Blade is dull, wanders, and gets  
2. Replace blade, adjust guides and tracking.  
pinched in the cut.  
3. Blade is dull.  
3. Replace blade.  
4. The blade TPI is too coarse for the  
4. Use a blade with at least 3 teeth contacting the  
thin workpiece.  
material at all times.  
5. Blade is loose.  
5. Clean wheels and increase blade tension.  
6. V-belt loose; belt squeals at times.  
7. Blade is loading up.  
6. Tighten V-belt.  
7. Install a blade with more suitable TPI or different  
style of teeth.  
8. V-belt worn and slips.  
8. Replace V-belt.  
Blade tracks  
incorrectly, or  
comes off wheels.  
1. Feed rate is too fast.  
1. Reduce feed rate, or decrease blade TPI.  
2. Adjust blade guides.  
2. Blade guides need adjustment.  
3. Blade is not tracking correctly.  
4. Blade is bell-mouthed.  
3. Adjust blade tracking.  
4. Install new blade, and regularly remove tension  
from blade when not in use.  
5. Blade is dull, wanders, and gets  
5. Replace blade, re-secure the workpiece from  
pinched in the cut.  
shifting.  
6. Rubber tire on wheel is damaged,  
6. Replace rubber tires.  
glazed, or worn.  
7. Blade tension is too loose.  
7. Increase blade tension.  
8. Incorrect blade for bandsaw.  
9. The blade has insufficient support.  
8. Install correct blade for machine.  
9. Tighten the blade guide as close to the workpiece as  
possible without touching it.  
10. Wheel tires are loaded with metal  
10. Clean wheel tires.  
shavings.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
!
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
The cut is crooked,  
the blade wanders,  
slow cuts, or shows  
overheating on one  
side of the cut or  
the blade.  
1. The feed pressure is too high.  
1. Decrease the feed rate.  
2. Too much side pressure when  
2. Feed workpiece straight into the blade (vertical  
feeding workpiece in vertical mode.  
mode only).  
3. Blade is loading up.  
3. Install a blade with more suitable TPI or different  
style of teeth.  
4. Blade tension is too loose.  
4. Increase blade tension.  
5. Blade installed backwards.  
5. Check blade rotation as described in “test run” and  
reverse blade if necessary.  
6. Dull blade; missing teeth.  
6. Replace blade.  
7. Blade too wide for size of radius  
7. Install a smaller width blade, or increase blade  
being cut.  
tension.  
8. The blade speed is wrong.  
8. Adjust feed rate and cutting speed as required.  
9. The blade tracking is wrong.  
9. Adjust the blade tracking back to normal.  
Blade dulls  
1. Blade is improperly broken in.  
1. Replace blade, and complete blade break-in  
prematurely, or  
metal sticking to  
the blade.  
procedure.  
2. The blade gullets are loading up  
2. Use a blade that has larger gullets to carry out  
with chips.  
material.  
3. The blade TPI is too fine for the  
thick workpiece, and the teeth load  
up and overheat.  
3. Use a coarser-tooth blade, adjust feed rate, adjust  
blade speed, make sure the brush is working.  
4. The workpiece has hard spots,  
4. Replace the blade with a special blade for cutting  
welds, or scale.  
hardened materials.  
Repetitious noise  
coming from  
machine.  
1. Pulley set screws or keys are  
1. Inspect keys and set screws. Replace or tighten if  
missing or loose.  
necessary.  
2. Blade is missing teeth.  
2. Replace blade.  
3. Motor fan is hitting the cover.  
3. Adjust fan cover mounting position, tighten fan, or  
shim fan cover.  
4. V-belt is defective.  
4. Replace V-belt.  
5. Blade weld contacting blade guides.  
6. Blade weld may be failing.  
5. Grind blade weld down smaller.  
6. Cut and reweld the blade, or replace the blade.  
Blade wears on  
one side or shows  
overheating.  
1. The blade guides are worn or mis-  
1. Re-adjust or replace the blade guides.  
adjusted.  
2. The blade support is inadequate.  
2. Tighten the blade guide as close to the workpiece as  
possible without touching it.  
3. Dull or incorrect blade.  
3. Replace blade.  
4. Blade is bell-mouthed.  
4. Install new blade.  
Vibration when  
operating or  
cutting.  
1. Loose or damaged blade.  
1. Tighten or replace blade.  
2. Worn wheel bearing.  
2. Check/replace wheel bearing.  
3. Replace or dress rubber tires.  
3. Wheel tires worn or incorrectly  
installed.  
4. Bent or dull blade.  
4. Replace blade.  
5. Wheels out of balance.  
6. Loose machine component.  
7. V-belt has a high spot.  
5. Replace wheels.  
6. Tighten loose component.  
7. Replace/adjust the V-belt.  
8. Check and replace for bad wheel or bearing.  
8. Bandsaw blade wheel is bent or out  
of balance.  
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E L E C T R I C A L  
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.  
1. Shock Hazard: It is extremely dangerous to  
perform electrical or wiring tasks while the  
machine is connected to the power source.  
Touching electrified parts will result in  
personal injury including but not limited to  
severe burns, electrocution, or death. For  
your own safety, disconnect machine from  
the power source before servicing electrical  
components or performing any wiring tasks!  
5. Circuit Requirements: Connecting the  
machine to an improperly sized circuit will  
greatly increase the risk of fire. To minimize  
this risk, only connect the machine to a  
power circuit that meets the minimum  
requirements given in this manual.  
6. Capacitors/Inverters: Some capacitors and  
power inverters store an electrical charge for  
up to 10 minutes after being disconnected  
from the power source. To reduce the risk of  
being shocked, wait at least this long before  
working on capacitors.  
2. Wire Connections: All connections must be  
tight to prevent wires from loosening during  
machine operation. Double-check all wires  
disconnected or connected during any wiring  
task to ensure tight connections.  
7. Wire/Component Damage: Damaged wires  
or components increase the risk of serious  
personal injury, fire, or machine damage. If  
you notice that any wires or components are  
damaged while performing a wiring task,  
replace those wires or components before  
completing the task.  
3. Modifications: Using aftermarket parts or  
modifying the wiring beyond what is shown  
in the diagram may lead to unpredictable  
results, including serious injury or fire.  
4. Motor Wiring: The motor wiring shown  
in these diagrams is current at the time of  
printing, but it may not match your machine.  
Always use the wiring diagram inside the  
motor junction box.  
8. Experiencing Difficulties: If you are  
experiencing difficulties understanding the  
information included in this section, contact  
our Technical Support at (360) 734-1540.  
WIRING DIAGRAM COLOR KEY  
BLUE  
WHITE  
BLACK  
BLUE  
PINK  
RED  
WHITE  
YELLOW  
GREEN  
LIGHT  
BLUE  
GREEN  
PURPLE  
TUR-  
QUIOSE  
YELLOW  
GRAY  
ORANGE  
BROWN  
The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can  
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3. Use a wire nut to connect wires #2, #3, and  
220V Conversion  
#5, then wrap them with electrical tape.  
Wiring diagrams are provided in this section  
showing the Model SB1017 wired for both 110V  
and 220V. Refer to these diagrams if needed  
when following this procedure. Additionally,  
you must purchase a 220V toggle switch (Part  
No. PSB1017204) in order to complete the  
conversion.  
4. Connect wires #1 and #6 to the lower right  
terminal and wire #4 to the lower right  
terminal shown in Figure 58. Tighten the  
terminal screws to secure the wires.  
Start  
220V Wiring  
Capacitor  
200MFD  
125VAC  
Items Needed  
5A Motor Overload Breaker  
Qty.  
3
2
MOTOR  
OVERLOAD  
220V  
5
(Part No. PSB1017085-7) ..............................1  
NEMA 6-15 Plug ...................................................1  
Phillips Screwdriver #2 ........................................1  
Wire nut (sized for three 14 Ga. wires)................1  
Electrical Tape .......................................As needed  
Wire stripper ..........................................As needed  
4
Tighten  
These  
Terminal  
Screws  
1
6
To convert the Model SB1017 to 220V:  
GND  
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!  
Figure 58. Rewired for 220V.  
2. Open the motor junction box, then loosen  
the wire terminals indicated in Figure  
57. Remove the wires connected to those  
terminals.  
5. Remove the existing motor overload breaker  
from the junction box cover by disconnecting  
both wires, then un-threading the nut on the  
front of the button. Pay close attention to the  
wires as you remove them to ensure you re-  
install them correction in the next step.  
110V Wiring  
Start  
Capacitor  
200MFD  
125VAC  
6. Install the 5A motor overload breaker (part  
No. PSB1017085-7) in place of the one  
breaker you removed in Step 5.  
MOTOR  
OVERLOAD  
110V  
Loosen These  
4
Terminal  
Screws  
2
5
7. Close the motor junction box.  
1
3
6
8. Connect a NEMA 6-15 plug in the place of  
the standard plug on the power cord.  
GND  
9. Insert the plug into a receptacle on a 220V  
circuit that meets the requirements listed on  
Page 10.  
Figure 57. Wiring terminal locations.  
READ PAGE 41 BEFORE  
DOING ANY WIRING!  
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Wiring Diagram  
Motor Junction Box  
Toggle Switch  
Figure 59. Wiring component locations.  
Start  
ON/OFF  
Toggle  
Switch  
Capacitor  
200MFD  
125VAC  
Motor  
(Rewired  
for  
MOTOR  
OVERLOAD  
BREAKER  
220V  
3
2
Ground  
5
4
220V)  
1
6
Neutral  
Hot  
GND  
Ground  
Motor  
110V  
Start  
Capacitor  
200MFD  
125VAC  
MOTOR  
OVERLOAD  
BREAKER  
110V  
110 VAC  
5-15 Plug  
4
(As Recommended)  
2
5
Hot  
Hot  
1
3
6
GND  
Ground  
220 VAC  
6-15 Plug  
(As Recommended)  
READ PAGE 41 BEFORE  
DOING ANY WIRING!  
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P A R T S  
PARTS  
Table  
411  
410  
409  
18  
52  
67  
407  
31  
A
67  
404  
403  
36  
35  
49  
402  
401  
187  
53  
122  
188  
34  
39  
37  
38  
A
91  
18  
157  
32  
22  
156  
32-2  
27  
28-1  
28  
32-1  
91  
155  
18  
157  
22  
30  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
18  
PLW04  
PSB1017022  
PS52  
LOCK WASHER 3/8  
WIRE CLIP  
PHLP HD SCR 3/8-16 X 1  
VISE HANDWHEEL ASSEMBLY  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 1/2  
E-CLIP 10MM  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1  
VISE LEADSCREW W/NUT  
VISE LEADSCREW  
53  
67  
91  
122  
155  
156  
157  
187  
188  
401  
PB38  
PLW01  
PN08  
PN19  
PN07  
PS06  
PTLW01  
PW07  
PN02  
PS06  
HEX BOLT 7/16-14 X 2  
LOCK WASHER 5/16  
HEX NUT 3/8-16  
HEX NUT 7/16-14  
HEX NUT 10-24  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8  
EXT TOOTH WASHER #10  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
HEX NUT 5/16-18  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8  
FLAT WASHER #10  
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY  
CYLINDER PIVOT ROD  
CYLINDER BRACKET CAP SCREW  
CYLINDER BRACKET  
LOCK WASHER 1/4  
22  
27  
28  
PSB1017028  
28-1 PSS08  
30  
31  
PEC03M  
PB03  
PSB1017032  
32  
32-1 PSB1017032-1  
32-2 PSB1017032-2 VISE LEADSCREW NUT  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
49  
PSB1017034  
PW02  
PB24  
PSB1017037  
PS06  
PSB1017039  
PSB1017049  
SMALL VISE JAW  
FLAT WASHER 3/8  
HEX BOLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4  
MACHINE BASE  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8  
VISE SCALE  
402 PW03  
403 PSB1017403  
404 PSB1017404  
407  
PSB1017407  
409 PSB1017409  
410  
411  
PLW02  
PB31  
LARGE VISE JAW  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 1  
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Cabinet Stand  
4
4-7  
4-6  
4-5  
4-2  
4-13  
4-14  
4-3  
4-9  
4-8  
4-12  
9
4-1  
4-4  
9-1  
9-3  
9-4  
9-3  
9-2  
9-2  
9-1  
4-11  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
CABINET STAND ASSEMBLY  
LEFT PANEL  
REF PART #  
4-11 PSB1017004-11 FOOT PAD ASSEMBLY  
4-12 PSB1017004-12 LIFTING HANDLE  
DESCRIPTION  
4
PSB1017004  
4-1  
PSB1017004-1  
4-2  
4-3  
4-4  
4-5  
4-6  
4-7  
4-8  
4-9  
PSB1017004-2 RIGHT PANEL  
PSB1017004-3 REAR/TOP PANEL ASSEMBLY W/DOOR  
PSB1017004-4 FRONT PANEL  
4-13 PB87M  
4-14 PW01M  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 15  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
WHEEL ASSEMBLY  
9
PSB1017009  
PB87M  
PW01M  
PN03M  
PB01M  
PW04M  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 15  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
HEX NUT M8-1.25  
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 30  
FLAT WASHER 10MM  
9-1  
9-2  
9-3  
9-4  
PSB1017009-1 WHEEL  
PW14 FLAT WASHER 5/8  
PSB1017009-3 COTTER PIN 1/8 X 1"  
PSB1017009-4 WHEEL AXLE  
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Head  
75  
104  
189  
93  
92  
103  
3
90-2  
90-3  
90  
103-5  
214  
109  
90-4  
103-3  
103-2  
90-1  
90-5  
90-6  
90-7  
90-5  
103-4  
103-1  
109  
81  
2
80  
72  
123  
120  
73  
100  
412  
79  
71  
77  
77-2  
77-5  
51  
50  
71-1  
198  
113  
77-1  
59-4  
59-3  
55-4  
55-3  
55-2  
3
59  
3
212  
55  
55-1  
118  
51  
50  
59-1  
208  
17  
61  
59-2  
54  
43  
47  
207  
46  
120  
45  
45-1  
50  
15  
19  
21  
20  
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Head Parts List  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
2
PN05  
HEX NUT 1/4-20  
77-5 PSB1017077-5 BUSHING  
3
15  
17  
19  
20  
21  
43  
45  
PW06  
FLAT WASHER 1/4  
TENSION ROD ASSEMBLY  
HEAD PIVOT ROD  
79  
80  
81  
PSB1017079  
PSB1017080  
PSB1017081  
PSB1017090  
BLADE TENSION KNOB BOLT 3/8-16 X 94  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
HEAD CASTING  
PSB1017015  
PSB1017017  
PSB1017019  
PSS17  
PSB1017021  
PSB1017043  
PSB1017045  
WORK STOP BRACKET  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16  
WORK STOP ROD  
CORD STRAIN RELIEF  
RIGHT TENSION ROD BRACKET  
LEFT TENSION ROD BRACKET  
SPRING HOOK SCREW  
TENSION SPRING  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
PIVOT BRACKET  
TABLE ASSEMBLY  
FLAT HD SCR 1/4-20 X 1-2  
90  
TRANSMISSION GEAR ASSEMBLY  
90-1 PSB1017090-1 REAR BLADE WHEEL AXLE  
90-2 PSB1017090-2 TRANSMISSION GEAR  
90-3 PRP20M  
90-4 PK23M  
90-5 P6202ZZ  
90-6 PSB1017090-6 BUSHING  
90-7 PSB1017090-7 OIL SEAL  
92  
ROLL PIN 4 X 22  
KEY 5 X 5 X 25  
BALL BEARING 6202ZZ  
45-1 PSB1017045-1  
46  
47  
50  
51  
54  
55  
PSB1017046  
PSB1017047  
PB07  
PW07  
PSB1017054  
PSB1017055  
PSB1017092  
PSB1017093  
PFH37  
GEARBOX GASKET  
GEARBOX COVER  
93  
100  
103  
FLAT HD SCR 8-32 X 3/8  
BLADE TENSION SLIDE ASSEMBLY  
SHAFT BLOCK  
BLADE TENSION SLIDE PLATE  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/8  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
PSB1017103  
55-1 PSB1017055-1  
55-2 PSB1017055-2 TABLE  
55-3 PSB1017055-3 TABLE BRACKET  
55-4 PN05  
103-1 PSB1017103-1  
103-2 PSB1017103-2  
103-3 PSS38  
HEX NUT 1/4-20  
103-4 PW07  
59  
PSB1017059  
REAR SAFETY COVER  
FLAT WASHER 1/4  
PHLP HD SCR 1/4-20 X 3/8  
103-5 PB12  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/4  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1  
BLADE TENSION SLIDE GUIDE  
BLADE 14TPI 1/2 X 64-1/2"  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 1/2  
BUSHING 19 X 17 X 7  
59-1 PW06  
59-2 PS07  
59-3 PSB1017059-3 FRONT SAFETY COVER  
59-4 PCAP50M  
61  
104  
109  
113  
PB03  
PSB1017109  
PSB1017113  
PB19  
CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 10  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/8  
REAR BLADE WHEEL  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16  
BEARING COVER  
118  
PSS38  
PSB1017071  
PSS17  
PSB1017072  
PK23M  
PB02  
120  
123  
189  
198  
207  
PSB1017120  
PB31  
PW07  
PR05M  
PSB1017207  
71  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 1  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
71-1  
72  
73  
75  
77  
EXT RETAINING RING 15MM  
LOCK PIN  
LOCK PIN ASSEMBLY  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 5/8  
FLAT WASHER 3/8  
KEY 5 X 5 X 25  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 5/8  
FRONT BLADE WHEEL ASSEMBLY  
FRONT BLADE WHEEL  
208 PSB1017208  
PSB1017077  
PSB1017077-1  
212  
214  
412  
PB03  
PB02  
PW02  
77-1  
77-2 PSB1017077-2  
FRONT BLADE WHEEL AXLE ASSEMBLY  
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Motor & Blade Guides  
118  
44  
116  
16  
111  
159  
1
86-1  
74  
112  
86  
99  
118  
116  
85  
119  
111-1  
85-1  
220V  
85-7  
85-6  
158  
110V  
85-2  
98  
85-5  
85-4  
85-3  
99  
6
84  
101-1  
101  
69  
72  
89  
35  
100  
83  
94-3  
94-2  
94  
A
94-1  
66  
40  
41  
83  
35  
63  
132  
134  
A
63-11  
64-7  
64-8  
63-7  
63-8  
63-1  
64-10  
63-14  
64-1  
64-5  
63-13  
63-12  
64-11  
64-12  
64-6  
63-5  
63-6  
64  
64-9  
63-10  
63-3  
63-9  
63-2  
64-3  
64-5  
64-4  
64-2  
133  
134  
63-5  
63-4  
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Model SB1017  
P A R T S  
Motor & Blade Guides Parts List  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
1
6
PB07  
PN02  
PSB1017016  
PW02  
PS06  
PSB1017041  
PSB1017044  
PSB1017063  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4  
HEX NUT 5/16-18  
MOTOR CORD 18G 3W  
FLAT WASHER 3/8  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8  
WIRE CLIP  
POWER CORD 18G 3W 5-15 PLUG  
REAR BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY  
69  
72  
74  
83  
84  
85  
PB24  
PSB1017072  
PK12M  
PB78  
PSB1017084  
PSB1017085  
HEX BOLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4  
BEARING COVER  
KEY 5 X 5 X 30  
HEX BOLT 1/2-13 X 1-1/4  
MOTOR MOUNT PLATE  
MOTOR 1/2HP 110/220V 1PH  
CORD STRAIN RELIEF  
16  
35  
40  
41  
44  
63  
85-1 PSB1017085-1  
85-2 PSB1017085-2 MOTOR FAN COVER  
85-3 PSB1017085-3 MOTOR FAN  
63-1 PSB1017063-1 REAR BLADE GUIDE BRACKET  
63-2 PSB1017063-2 LEFT GUIDE SHAFT  
85-4 PC200G  
S CAPACITOR 200M 125V 1-3/8 X 3  
63-3 PSB1017063-3 RIGHT GUIDE SHAFT  
63-4 PSB1017063-4 GUIDE EXT RETAINING RING  
85-5 PSB1017085-5 MOTOR JUNCTION BOX  
85-6 PSB1017085-6 MOTOR OVERLOAD 110V  
85-7 PSB1017085-7 MOTOR OVERLOAD 220V 5A  
63-5 P6000ZZ  
BALL BEARING 6000ZZ  
63-6 PSB1017063-6 BEARING PIN 10 X 36  
86  
PSB1017086  
MOTOR PULLEY  
63-7 PN11  
63-8 PLW04  
63-9 PSB1017063-9 DEFLECTOR PLATE  
63-10 PFH19  
HEX NUT 3/8-24  
LOCK WASHER 3/8  
86-1 PSS17  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16  
OIL SEAL TC 15 X 35 X 7  
WORM GEAR SHAFT ASSEMBLY  
WORM GEAR SHAFT  
89  
94  
PSB1017089  
PSB1017094  
FLAT HD SCR 1/4-20 X 3/8  
94-1 PSB1017094-1  
94-2 P6202ZZ  
63-11 PSB1017063-11 REAR BLADE GUIDE ARM  
BALL BEARING 6202ZZ  
63-12 PB12  
63-13 PLW01  
63-14 PW07  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/4  
LOCK WASHER 5/16  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
FRONT BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY  
FRONT BLADE GUIDE BRACKET  
94-3 PSB1017094-3 SPACER  
98  
99  
100  
101  
101-1 PSS18  
111  
PCAP25  
PW07  
PFH37  
CAP SCREW 5/16-18 X 1-3/4  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
FLAT HD SCR 8-32 X 3/8  
WORM GEAR PULLEY  
SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 3/4  
BELT COVER  
64  
PSB1017064  
64-1 PSB1017064-1  
PSB1017101  
64-2 PSB1017064-2 LEFT GUIDE SHAFT  
64-3 PSB1017064-3 RIGHT GUIDE SHAFT  
64-4 PSB1017064-4 GUIDE EXT RETAINING RING  
PSB1017111  
111-1  
112  
PSB1017111-1  
PVA22  
BELT COVER PANEL  
V-BELT A22  
64-5 P6000ZZ  
BALL BEARING 6000ZZ  
64-6 PSB1017064-6 BEARING PIN 10 X 36  
116  
118  
119  
132  
133  
134  
158  
159  
PW06  
PB19  
FLAT WASHER 1/4  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 1/2  
PLASTIC WASHER  
REAR BLADE GUIDE SAFETY COVER  
FRONT BLADE GUIDE SAFETY COVER  
PHLP HD SCR 8-32 X 1/4  
PLASTIC CUP  
64-7 PN11  
HEX NUT 3/8-24  
64-8 PLW04  
LOCK WASHER 3/8  
PSB1017119  
PSB1017132  
PSB1017133  
PS23  
PSB1017158  
PS18  
64-9 PSB1017064-9 FRONT BLADE GUIDE ARM  
64-10 PB12  
64-11 PLW01  
64-12 PW07  
HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/4  
LOCK WASHER 5/16  
FLAT WASHER 5/16  
66  
PSB1017066  
BLADE GUIDE KNOB BOLT 3/8-16 X 1-1/4  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 1/4  
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P A R T S  
Switch  
76  
76-1  
76-2  
76-3  
203  
203-7  
203-6  
203-2  
203-1  
203-3  
203-4  
ON  
OFF  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
76  
PSB1017076  
SWITCH SHUT-OFF ASSEMBLY  
SWITCH SHUT-OFF PLATE  
FLAT WASHER 1/4  
203-2 PSB1017203-2 SWITCH COVER  
203-3 PSB1017203-3 SWITCH INDICATOR PLATE  
203-4 PSB1017203-4 SWITCH HEX NUT  
76-1 PSB1017076-1  
76-2 PW06  
76-3 PB02  
203 PSB1017203  
203-1 PSB1017203-1  
HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 5/8  
TOGGLE SWITCH ASSEMBLY  
TOGGLE SWITCH  
203-6 PS08  
203-7 PSB1017203-7 CORD RETAINER  
PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/4  
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Model SB1017  
P A R T S  
Machine Labels  
307  
306  
305  
308  
304  
303  
310  
309  
313  
312  
311  
301  
302  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
301  
PSB1017301  
MACHINE ID LABEL  
308 PSBLABEL01HS READ MANUAL LABEL  
302 PSB1017302  
MODEL NUMBER LABEL  
309 PSBLABEL13VS DOOR CLOSED WARNING LABEL  
303 PSBLABEL15S ELECTRICITY LABEL  
310  
311  
312  
313  
PSBPAINT01  
PSBPAINT03  
SB1320  
SB LT GRAY TOUCH-UP PAINT  
SB DK BLUE TOUCH-UP PAINT  
SOUTH BEND NAMEPLATE 125MM  
SB LT BLUE TOUCH-UP PAINT  
304 PSB1017304  
BELT COVER WARNING LABEL  
305 PSBLABEL02HS DISCONNECT WARNING LABEL  
306 PSB1017306  
CUTTING HAZARD WARNING LABEL  
PSBPAINT02  
307 PSBLABEL04HS EYE INJURY WARNING LABEL  
The safety labels provided with your machine are used to make the operator aware of the  
machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. 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 Lathe Co. at  
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N O T E S  
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Model SB1017  
W A R R A N T Y  
WARRANTY & RETURNS  
This quality product is warranted by South Bend Lathe Company to the original buyer for one year  
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. In no event shall we be liable for death, injuries to persons or  
property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our  
products.  
We do not warrant or represent that this machine complies with the provisions of any law, act, code,  
regulation, or standard of any domestic or foreign government, industry, or authority. In no event  
shall South Bend’s liability under this warranty exceed the original purchase price paid for this  
machine. Any legal actions brought against South Bend Lathe Company shall be tried in the State of  
Washington, County of Whatcom.  
This is the sole written warranty for this machine. Any and all warranties that may be implied by  
law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any purpose, are hereby limited to the duration of  
this warranty. To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone to give us the details  
of the problem you are having.  
Thank you for your business and continued support.  
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South Bend Lathe Co.  
P.O. Box 2027  
Bellingham, WA 98227  
PHONE: (360) 734-1540 (Administrative Offices)  
FAX: (360) 676-1075 (International)  
FAX: (360) 734-1639 (USA only)  
southbendlathe.com  
Printed In Taiwan  
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