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i) Once the new blade is tracking properly, replace the guards and re-tension the blade
as previously stated.
J. End of Processing Lumber
a) Completely decrease engine throttle and turn engine switch, red one, to off position.
b) The blade will continue to turn automatically and will coast to a stop.
c) If you are done sawing for the day, de-tension the blade, so that you do not have flat
spots. Lower the mill head so that the lift cable has slack.
K. Blade Maintenance
Longevity of band blades depends on how well they are cared for. Using a lube tank,
Log Debarker, band blade sharpener, tooth setter, all will help keep your blade in top
condition. Be sure to clean your logs by using a pressure washer or debarker to keep
them free of mud and debris. Refer to 2A on page 6
L. Blade suggestions
a) Never force a dull blade, this will result in overheating of the blade and result in
wavy lumber.
b) Overuse of a blade jeopardizes the ability of the saw blade to be re-sharpened.
c) A new blade may stretch after cutting and may have to be re-tensioned to assure
quality lumber.
d) De-tension the band blade after each day of cutting.
e) Never operate the mill without the guards in place.
The Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc sawmill comes with a band blade and we have an
excellent re-sharpening program for your band blade.
M. Adjusting Sawmill Guides
a) Purpose of the Guides
• Superior Hud-Son guide design. Supports on the top, bottom and back of the
blade, where can the blade go? This guide design limits the chance of blade wander.
• The lower blade holds the blade up and decreases the chance of "diving". Most
companies only use a top support.
• The closer to the log the guides are to the log the better support the blade has
as it cuts.
b) Adjusting the guides
• Tools that will be needed:
1) 17 mm wrench
2) 17 mm socket
3) 9/16" wrench
4) 3/16" Allen wrench
