Sawmill Operation
Cutting The Log
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Sawmill Operation
9.
Remove the wedge if it was used. Remove the clamps and turn the log 90 or 180
degrees. Make sure the flat on the log is placed flat against side supports if turned 90
degrees. Make sure it is placed on bed rails if turned 180 degrees. If the log was turned
90 degrees and you are using the wedge to compensate for taper in the log, use the
wedge again on the second side of the log until the heart is parallel with the bed.
10.
Repeat the steps used to cut the first side of the log until the log is square. Cut boards
from the remaining cant by adjusting the blade height for the thickness of boards that you
want.
Example:
Remember that the blade cuts a 1/16 - 1/8" (1.6-3.2 mm) wide kerf. If you want
1" (25.4 mm) thick boards, lower the carriage 1 1/16 - 1 1/8" (27-28.6 mm) for each board.
