Ironwood SLR305 | User Manual
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1.0 General Information
1.1 Thank You!
Thank you for your purchase of the Ironwood SLR305 straight
line rip saw. At Stiles Machinery, our goal is to ensure that you are
fully satisfied with your purchase. This manual is provided so that
you may properly assemble, operate, and maintain your SLR305.
Should you need help, our team of dedicated service personnel
are available to answer your questions and provide any resource
recommendations you may need.
Warranty and Support
All Ironwood machines are designed to meet the exacting standards
demanded by craftsmen like you. Ironwood machines include a
one (1) year parts warranty and two (2) years of free 24/7 technical
support beginning at date of shipment. Standard technical support
remains in effect for free for the lifetime of the machine thereafter.
Warranty service work is not covered by manufacturer’s warranty.
Stiles’ service team is available for an additional charge.
1.2 Before Contacting Stiles
Please have your machine model and serial number available when
contacting Stiles Machinery with questions. The machine’s model
and serial number are listed on the metallic plate located on the
machine’s frame.
Information regarding the electrical system is also listed on the
metallic plate.
Machine information plate
Stiles Technical Support
616.698.6615
Stiles Parts
800.PARTS.80 (800.727.8780)
Website
www.stilesmachinery.com/ironwood/SLR305
Machine Model ____________________________________________
Machine Serial Number _____________________________________
1.3 Features
• Cast iron machined feed chain block and guide track
• 18" ripping width capacity
• Easy access to blade and arbor
• 6 aligned pressure rollers provide absolute cutting tolerances,
low maintenance, and safe operation
• Saw arbor is machine nickel-chrome steel with a balanced,
large-diameter shaft that ensures accuracy
• 15-hp saw arbor motor
• Variable-speed belt allows infinite feed speed adjustment
between 16-131 fpm (5-40m/min)
• Rugged cast-iron and steel provide a rigid, strong, and stable
cabinet structure
• 3 rows of extended anti-kickback fingers and a side protection
guard provide maximum safety
• Electric auto-lubrication system provides constant, consistent
lubrication to the chain track
• Pivoting eye-level controller
• Linear guiderail with cast-iron rip fence ensures parallel
positioning and provides accurate set-up, fast movement, and
dust-free operations
• Laser device provides cutline guide for accurate straight-line
ripping the entire length of material
1.4 Intended Use
The Ironwood SLR305 straight line rip saw provides absolute
precision on the first cut to optimize subsequent cutting processes.
This heavy-duty, single-blade cutting solution offers superior build
and high feed rates, while incorporating enhanced safety features
that improve operator protection.
The innovative design of the feed chain ensures durability and
accuracy, enabling glue tolerances up to 8 feet. Ground connector
pins with diamond-cut, heat-treated chain blocks allow straight line
feeding for glue joint rip capabilities.
