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PREPARING TO USE THE MOLDER
Steps 1-13 on pages 6-8 should be followed every time the molder is used. Understanding the molder
and how to use it properly will ensure your safety, cut down on maintenance issues, and give your stock
an excellent finish.
PLEASE READ ALL REFERENCED PAGES BEFORE STARTING YOUR MOLDER!
1.
SIZING STOCK – We recommend sizing stock on all (4) sides BEFORE running stock.
Stock should be “sized” before using. Planing all (4) sides within 1/32” of the finished
molding size, stock should not extend beyond knife edges. Using dry, clean and sized stock
will give a better finish and will aid in prolonging the knife life. See Page 15 for Planing.
2.
POWER – Disconnect power source while preparing the molder.
Power should always be disconnected at the power source when not in use! The knife arbor
spins at 6900 rpms, always make sure the knives are clear before powering molder up. Lack
of power may be caused from improper wiring, follow the wiring instructions provided for
proper wiring.
3.
OIL – Check oil daily.
The gear box oil should be checked daily before starting or several times a day if running the
molder continuously. The gear box holds 2 oz. of oil. The oil cup should be filled just to the
top of the opening to the gear box. Some minor oil leaking is normal.
Do not overfill the oil cup; overfilling will result in the gearbox leaking. This is not a serious
issue; eventually the molder will use the oil. We have found in older molders, worn shaft
bushings are normally the cause of significant leakage.
We recommend using our W&H Gear Box Oil. Our molders are shipped using Mobil Mineral
Gear Oil, 600XP 460. Mobil 600XP, 460 is formulated to meet the stress by providing extra
protection for gears, bearings & seals. Not using the proper oil or not maintaining oil levels
will result in burned out gears and bearings.
4.
CHIP EXTRACTOR – Remove the chip extractor to change knives.
The chip extractor is designed to be used in combination with a dust collection system. The
chip extractor has been designed to keep most chip waste contained and into the dust
collection system. Remove the chip extractor by removing the axis pin. When attaching the
chip extractor the plate should sit on the head of the molder evenly, insert the pin until you
