Sawmill Operation
Loading, Turning, and Clamping Logs
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Sawmill Operation
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2.
Lower the log clamp completely and move it toward the loading side of the sawmill frame.
NOTICE
Ensure the clamp is far enough down so the log does
not hit it, resulting in machine damage.
3.
Raise the side supports on the sawmill bed to prevent the log from falling off the side of
the bed.
4.
Position the log parallel to the sawmill bed.
5.
Roll the log onto the sawmill bed.
NOTE:
Use log loading equipment or a ramp to load the log onto
the sawmill bed.
6.
Position the log against the side supports.
TURNING A LOG
1.
Use a cant hook to spin the log against the side supports until it is turned the way you
want it for the first cut.
CLAMPING A LOG
1.
Position the log clamps against the log, far enough
below your cuts
.
2.
Use the clamp handle to secure the log firmly against the side supports.
NOTE:
Make sure the side supports are positioned low enough for the
blade to pass over them. If they are not, back the clamp off slightly and
push the side supports down until they are positioned below the height
of your last cut on a given side of the log.
FIG. 4-12
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