Wood-mizer LT15WB D17, Safety, Setup, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Setup & Operation
Clutch Operation
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with width and hardness of the wood. Over-feeding results in engine and blade wear, and also pro-
duces a wavy cut.
2. Stop the carriage at the end of the cut. Raise the clutch lever up to stop the blade and drop the
engine to idle. Remove the board from the top of the log.
Always disengage the blade before
returning the carriage for the next cut.
CAUTION! Be sure to stop the blade when returning the carriage. This will not
only prevent the blade from being pulled off and ruined by a wood sliver, but also
will increase the life of the blade.
3. Make sure that the blade does not catch on the end of the log. Raise the carriage slightly to make
sure the blade clears the log when returned.
4. To move the carriage backward, squeeze the engagement lever and rotate the feed crank counter-
clockwise or pull the saw head back using the carriage push/pull handle .
HINT: Try to stop the blade while the heel of the blade is still on the log. Then bring the carriage back
without adjusting the blade up. This lets you keep the blade at the current height setting so you can
make the next blade height adjustment more quickly.
2.10 Clutch Operation
1. Clear any loose objects from the area of the blade, motor, and drive belt.
2. Make sure the clamps and side supports are adjusted below the level of your first few cuts.
3. Start the engine as instructed in the option manual.
DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and logs when
operating sawmill or loading and turning logs. Failure to follow this will result in
serious injury.
Be sure the blade housing and pulley covers are in place and secure before starting the engine or
motor. Use the rubber latches to fasten the blade housing covers shut.
See Figure 2-4. The clutch lever is located next to the engine.