Sawmill Operation
Cutting The Log
Sawmill Operation
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5.6 Cutting The Log
1.
Once the log is placed where you want it and clamped firmly, move the saw head to posi
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tion the blade close to the end of the log.
2.
Use the blade height scale to determine where to make your first cut
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1).
Set the blade to the desired height with the up/down crank.
2).
Ensure that the blade will clear all side supports and the clamps.
3).
Adjust the outer blade guide to clear the widest section of the log by moving the
blade guide arm knob.
3.
Engage the clutch to start the blade spinning.
4.
Start the water lube if necessary to prevent sap buildup on the blade.
5.
Feed the blade into the log slowly (
).
Once the blade completely enters the log, increase the feed rate as desired. Always try to
cut at the fastest speed you can while keeping an accurate cut. Cutting too slowly will
waste blade life and lower production! As you get to the end of the log, slow down the
feed rate.
6.
When the teeth exit the end of the log, disengage the clutch and remove the cut slab.
7.
Return the mast to the front of the mill.
8.
Repeat until the first side of the log is cut as desired.
9.
Set aside the usable flitches (boards with bark on one or both sides) to edge them later.
10.
Remove the wedge if it was used.
11.
Remove the clamps and turn the log 90 or 180 degrees.
12.
Ensure the flat on the log is placed flat against side supports if turned 90 degrees or it is
placed on bed rails if turned 180 degrees.
NOTICE:
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.