Safety & General Information
Sawmill Maintenance
Safety & General Information
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DANGER!
Any maintenance or repair must be done with the power off
(the plug must be taken out of the outlet).Maintain a clean and clear
path for all necessary movement around the mill and lumber stacking
areas. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or machine
damage.
CAUTION!
Always be sure that all safety decals are clean and
readable. Replace all damaged safety decals to prevent personal
injury or damage to the equipment. Contact your local distributor,
or call your Customer Service Representative to order more decals.
CAUTION!
Before towing the machine, move the log clamp all the way
out. Failure to do so may cause damage to the log clamp during mill
transportation.
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Sawmill Maintenance
WARNING!
Always secure the cutting head with a chain or a brace
before adjusting the up/down chain. The cutting head may fall, causing
severe injury or death.
WARNING!
Always secure the cutting head with a chain or a brace
before adjusting the mast pads. The cutting head may fall, causing
severe injury or death.
WARNING!
Always secure the cutting head with a chain or a brace
before removing the up/down motor belt. The cutting head may fall,
causing severe injury or death.
WARNING!
Drum switch grease contains Petroleum Hydrocarbon
Lubricant. Eye and skin irritant. If introduced into eyes, flush with water
for at least 15 minutes. If film or irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash skin with soap and water. If ingested, do not induce
vomiting - contact a physician. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
CAUTION!
Do not over-grease the blade guide bearings.
Over-greasing will push the seals out of the bearings causing
premature failure.
CAUTION!
Reinstall the track wiper so that it lightly touches the track
rail. If the wiper presses too firmly against the rail, it can cause the
power feed to bind.
CAUTION!
Never use grease on the mast rails as it will collect
sawdust.
CAUTION!
Do not use chain lube. It causes sawdust buildup in chain
