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Sawmill Alignment

Routine Alignment Procedure

Sawmill Alignment

WMdoc072919

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SECTION 7 SAWMILL ALIGNMENT

The Wood-Mizer sawmill is factory aligned.

The Routine Alignment instructions should be performed as necessary to solve sawing
problems not related to blade performance.

7.1

Routine Alignment Procedure

Blade Installation

DANGER!

Always disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill engine

before changing the blade. Failure to follow this will result in serious
injury.

WARNING!

Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling

saw blades.Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury.

WARNING!

Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, car-

rying or changing a blade. Failure to follow this could result in death or
serious injury.

Changing blades is safest when done by one person!

Remove the blade and check the blade wheel belts.

Remove any sawdust buildup from the surface of the belts.

Replace worn belts if they do not keep the blade from contacting the blade wheel.

Install a clean blade and apply the appropriate tension (

See Section 3.3

Check the blade guide blocks and drive side guard plate are properly adjusted (

See Sec-

tion 5.2

Adjust the idle-side cant control to track the blade (

See Section 3.4

Close the blade housing cover and make sure all persons are clear of the open side of
the saw head.

Start the engine.

Engage the blade, rotating the blade until the blade positions itself on the wheels.

Summary of Contents for LX450-RA

Page 1: ...mill Safety Setup Operation Maintenance Manual LX450 RA rev A1 05 Safety is our 1 concern Read and understand all safety information and instructions before oper ating setting up or maintaining this machine Form 2336 ...

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Page 3: ...Starting The Engine 3 36 3 6 Board Return 3 36 SECTION 4 SAWMILL OPERATION 4 1 4 1 Hydraulic Control Operation 4 1 4 2 Loading Turning And Clamping Logs 4 3 4 3 Control Box Arm 4 5 4 4 Up Down Operation Manual Operation 4 5 4 5 Up Down Simple Set Operation 4 6 Changing the Default Setup 4 7 Operation 4 8 4 6 Accuset Control Setup 4 9 Contrast Adjustment 4 9 Startup Configuration 4 10 Configuration...

Page 4: ...Drive Belt Adjustment 5 13 5 12 Engine Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment 5 16 5 13 Hydraulic System 5 17 Types of fluid 5 17 System maintenance 5 18 5 14 Drive Bearing 5 19 5 15 Up Down System 5 20 Adjust the up down chain tension 5 20 Adjust the up down belt 5 21 Check the up down gearbox 5 22 5 16 Power Feed 5 22 5 17 Charging The Battery 5 24 5 18 Maintenance chart 5 26 5 18 MAINTENANCE LOG 5 2...

Page 5: ...ad Tilt 7 2 Blade Guide Arm Alignment 7 3 Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment 7 5 Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment 7 7 Blade Guide Flange Spacing 7 8 Side Support Alignment 7 9 Blade Height Scale Adjustment 7 11 SECTION 8 HYDRAULICS 8 1 8 1 Hydraulic Schematic 8 1 8 2 Hydraulic Layout Diagram 8 2 8 3 Hydraulic Components 8 2 8 4 Hydraulic Hoses 8 3 INDEX I ...

Page 6: ...r is committed to providing you with the latest technology best quality and strongest customer service available on the market today We continually evaluate our customers needs to ensure we re meeting current wood processing demands Your com ments and suggestions are welcome General Contact Information Toll free phone numbers are listed below for the continental U S and Canada See the next page fo...

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Page 9: ...ngth 20 6 6 25m Diameter 36 0 91m Maximum Log Weight 4400 lbs 1995kg Max Clamp Width from stop block 30 0 76m Max Throat Width guide to guide 34 1 2 0 876m Max Cant Width outer guide to stop block 31 1 2 0 8m Min Cut Height 1 25 4mm Max Cut Height 33 1 2 0 85m Maximum Throat Depth 16 1 2 0 419m Power Unit G38 D35 Manufacturer Kohler Yanmar Fuel gas Diesel Horsepower Rating 38 35 Weight lbs 132 345...

Page 10: ..._____________ Mill VIN __________________________ Customer No _____________________ SAMPLES Company Identification Number Weight Class Product Designation number Length of the Trailer Axle count Check Digit Year of Manufacture coded Manufacture location Month of Manufacture Revision Level Sequence Number Sample VIN 456 D 9 27 1 X S N D A1 017 V I N DESCRIPTION WOOD MIZER LLC 8180 W 10th St Indiana...

Page 11: ...gs bushings cable carriers and spark plugs All wear components are furnished as is without any warranty from Warrantor This limited warranty does not cover any defects caused by PRODUCT MODEL CLASS LENGTH OF WARRANTY EFFECTIVE DATE USA CANADA NON USA CANADA Portable Sawmills Resaws Edgers LT LX HR EG Two years One year Date of purchase Portable Sawmills with Chassis LT28 LT35 LT40 LT50 LT70 LX450 ...

Page 12: ...wever that Warrantor will not be responsible for labor travel time mileage removal installation and or incidental or consequential damages However any part in excess of 140 pounds must be returned by the Purchaser to the Warrantor s nearest authorized facility at the Purchaser s expense if return is requested by Warrantor Warrantor shall have a reasonable time within which to repair or replace the...

Page 13: ...ations as to the duration of implied warranties or to the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages therefore some of the limitations and exclusions detailed set forth above may not apply In the event that any one or more of the provisions of this warranty shall be or become invalid illegal or unenforceable in any respect the validity legality and enforceability of the remaini...

Page 14: ...ions OWNER OPERATOR S RESPONSIBILITY The procedures listed in this manual may not include all ANSI OSHA or locally required safety procedures It is the owner operator s responsibility and not Wood Mizer LLC to ensure all operators are properly trained and informed of all safety protocols Owner Operators are responsible for following all safety procedures when operating and performing maintenance t...

Page 15: ...ailure to do so may result in fire causing death or serious injury WEAR SAFETY CLOTHING WARNING Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the sawmill Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death WARNING Always wear gloves and eye pro tection when handling bandsaw blades Keep all personnel away from area when coiling carrying or changing a blade Failure to follow this...

Page 16: ...o clean the blade remove it and clean with a rag Failure to follow this can damage the equipment and could result in serious injury or death DISPOSE OF SAWING BY PRODUCTS PROPERLY IMPORTANT Always properly dispose of all sawing by products including sawdust and other debris coolant oil fuel oil filters and fuel filters USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES GAS DIESEL SAWMILLS ONLY DANGER Batteri...

Page 17: ...ARNING Put front outrigger leg down before moving saw head from the rest position Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death EMERGENCY TREATMENT FOR CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPONENTS LEAD SUL FURIC ACID per SDS Safety Data Sheet EYE CONTACT Sulfuric Acid and Lead Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids Seek immediate medical a...

Page 18: ...mill Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death Be sure the blade housing and pulley covers are in place and secure Use the safety retainer pin and cable to fasten blade housing covers DANGER Check and maintain your blades to prevent blade breakage during operation Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death Blade guide alignment is essential for optimal cuttin...

Page 19: ...blade Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death DANGER Stay a safe distance from rotating members and ensure that loose clothing or long hair does not engage rotating members resulting in possible injury Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death WARNING Never touch or perform service functions on a hot engine Failure to follow this could result in serious in...

Page 20: ...spark arrester muffler which prevents sparks emitted from the engine exhaust from igniting surrounding materials Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death USE PROPER PROCEDURE WHEN CONDUCTING ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT Wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment for all service done on your electrical components DANGER Keep all electrical component c...

Page 21: ...sentative to order more decals IMPORTANT If replacing a component that has a safety decal affixed to it ensure that the new component also has the safety decal affixed USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH HEAVY LOGS WARNING Ensure log is clamped securely before sawing Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death WARNING Position the optional hydraulic loading arm halfway up while log is...

Page 22: ...le so that each chain would pull the trailer equally in the event the hitch became disengaged Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death DANGER Ensure the hitch and safety chains are secure before tow ing the sawmill Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death DANGER Ensure all light connections have been made and are work ing properly before towing the sawmill...

Page 23: ...king properly before towing the sawmill Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death DANGER Do not use the electric brake system as an emergency brake while the sawmill is not being towed thus draining the brake battery Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death 2 3 Electrical Lockout Procedures RULES FOR USING LOCKOUT PROCEDURE The sawmill shall be locked out t...

Page 24: ...ished lockout procedures cannot be used electrical troubleshooting or mechanical dynamic troubleshooting alternative effective protective techniques shall be employed which may require special skills and planning Always follow safe operations practices in the workplace SAWMILL LOCKOUT PROCEDURE Lockout procedures per OSHA regulation 1910 147 appendix A Changing or adjusting blades Electrical maint...

Page 25: ...intenance where the unexpected enervation or start up of the machine or equipment or release of stored energy could cause injury COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PROGRAM All personnel are required to comply with the restrictions and limitations imposed upon them during the use of lockout The authorized personnel are required to perform the lockout in accordance with this procedure All operators upon observing...

Page 26: ...ICE When the servicing or maintenance is completed and the machine or equipment is ready to return to normal operating condition the following steps shall be taken 1 Check the machine or equipment and the immediate area around the machine to ensure that nonessential items have been removed and that the machine or equipment compo nents are operationally intact 2 Check the work area to ensure that a...

Page 27: ...the rest position Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Ensure the trailer is supporting the sawmill frame when operating a sawmill with adjustable outriggers as the adjustable outrig gers are intended to support the saw frame with assistance from the trailer Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury IMPORTANT The adjustable outriggers supplied...

Page 28: ... jack from the transport position and pin it in the operation position See Figure 3 2 3 Unplug electrical connector 4 Unhook safety chains 5 Unpin ball latch FIG 3 1 FIG 3 2 LX0006 06 Operating Position Transport Position LX0019 Unhook safety chains Remove pin to unlock Unplug vehicle lights Loosen bracket from hitch ball Unhook breakaway safety cable ...

Page 29: ...n Failure to follow this may result in serious injury 1 Retrieve the locking brackets and the adjustment handle from the storage location near the hitch See Figure 3 3 WARNING Hold the adjustable leg with one hand to prevent a sudden release and pull out the locking pin Failure to follow this may result in serious injury 2 Unclip the retainer on the locking pin on the two rear taillight end adjust...

Page 30: ...0 Remote has one locking bracket with a guard This guarded bracket goes on the outrigger closest to the cable chain See Figure 3 5 FIG 3 4 OUTRIGGER ADJUSTMENT FIG 3 5 LX0006 LX0006 19 Locking Pin Adjustment nut Locking Bracket Locking Pin Retainer LX0072 1 Cable chain Guarded locking bracket ...

Page 31: ... pad down to support the weight of the sawmill frame 6 Install the locking brackets over the adjustment nut to prevent downward creep from vibration RELEASE THE TRAVEL LOCKS 1 Unpin and swing both rest pins down below bed level See Figure 3 6 SET THE CONTROLS 1 Loosen the two set screws 2 Remove the mount pin 3 Slide the control mount out until it stops 4 Reinsert the mount pin 5 Tighten the set s...

Page 32: ... WMdoc072919 Sawmill Setup 6 Remove the locking pin 7 Swivel the controls 180 degrees 8 Reinsert the locking pin Ready for operation See Figure 3 7 FIG 3 7 LX0072 2 Travel Position Operation Position Set Screws Locking pin Mount Pin ...

Page 33: ...ol panel and located to the right on the diesel 3 Turn the key switch to the ACCESSORIES POSITION 3 to enable the sawhead move ment NOTE Operating the controls without the engine running will eventu ally drain the battery Return the control key switch the off 0 position as soon as movement is complete 4 Use the up down drum switch located on the right side of the control panel to raise or lower th...

Page 34: ...until the sawhead reaches the desired height then release CAUTION To prevent fender damage remove fenders before operat ing sawmill or loading logs 6 Remove the fenders by releasing tie down cords and lifting fenders out of the slots FIG 3 8 LX0018 FOR NON TIER 4 ENGINES FOR TIER 4 ENGINES ...

Page 35: ...ontrol box to move the cutting head toward the rear taillight end of the mill 8 Remove the travel pins from both log lift arms See Figure 3 10 9 Use the hydraulic controls to lower the log lift arms NOTE Operating the hydraulics without the engine running will drain the battery FIG 3 9 FIG 3 10 LX0006 16 LX0072 3 Travel pin Travel pin ...

Page 36: ...utriggers Use the bubble levels located on the mast frame near the control box and on the center rear of the motor mount frame or your own 4 level See Figure 3 11 12 If necessary install the cutting blade See Section 3 2 Replacing The Blade 3 2 Replacing The Blade DANGER Always disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill engine before changing the blade Failure to follow this will result in serio...

Page 37: ...until it locks See Figure 3 12 2 Turn the blade tension handle to release the blade tension until the blade wheel is pulled in and the blade is lying loose in the blade housing 3 Remove used blade and set new blade over the blade wheels IMPORTANT Ensure the teeth on the replacement blade are pointing the correct direction FIG 3 12 LX0009 Rubber latch Rubber latch Blade Tension Handle Door Catch Re...

Page 38: ... the wheels 5 Position 1 1 4 wide blades on the wheels so the gullet is 1 8 3 0 mm out from the edge of the wheel Position 1 1 2 wide blades on the wheels so the gullet is 3 16 4 5 mm out from the edge of the wheel See Figure 3 14 6 Use the tension handle to tension the blade correctly 2800 3000 psi FIG 3 13 FIG 3 14 LX0010 1 1 4 wide blades 1 8 3 0 mm 1 1 2 wide blades 3 16 4 5 mm ...

Page 39: ...ure changes will cause tension to change Adjust the ten sion handle as necessary to maintain the recommended tension level CAUTION Changes in temperature could cause changes in pressure in the blade tensioner and loss of fluid from the gauge may result Release the blade tension when the mill is not in use to avoid damage to the tensioner 3 4 Tracking The Blade 1 Ensure that the blade housing cover...

Page 40: ...llet is 3 16 4 5 mm out from the edge of the wheel 7 To adjust where the blade travels on the blade wheels use the cant control If the blade is too far out or in turn the cant control counterclockwise or clockwise respectively by 1 8th of a turn until the gullet of the blade is the correct distance from the front edge of the wheel See Figure 3 16 8 Adjust the blade tension if necessary to compensa...

Page 41: ...his could result in death or serious injury WARNING Be sure the power feed switch is in the neutral position before turning the key switch to the on 1 or accessory 3 position Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury 3 6 Board Return DANGER Keep all persons out of the path of returning boards Failure to follow this will result in death or serious injury WARNING The automatic b...

Page 42: ...back toward the operator as the saw head is returned See Figure 3 17 Boards may not always return in the same path or location If a board returns in a manner that does not allow the off bearer to maintain control it may be necessary to stop the reverse motion of the saw head CAUTION Lock the board return arms in the transport position when towing the sawmill Failure to follow this may result in eq...

Page 43: ...perating sawmill or loading and turning logs Failure to fol low this will result in death or serious injury CAUTION Ensure the engine is running before operating the hydrau lic controls Operating the controls without the engine running will result in power drainage from the battery Holding the hydraulic switches halfway up or down also will cause excessive drainage from the battery 1 Start the eng...

Page 44: ...the ground CAUTION Be careful when manually lowering the log loader Do not drop the loader onto the ground or perform any action which might break the velocity fuse valves on the loader cylinders These valves control hydraulic flow and are necessary to prevent the loading arm from collapsing during use 9 Press down on the LOG LOADER lever to lower the loading arm as far as it will go Logs must be ...

Page 45: ...rsons out of the path of moving equipment and logs when operating sawmill or loading and turning logs Failure to fol low this will result in death or serious injury 3 Use cant hooks or loading equipment to move the log to the foot of the loading arms 4 Roll the log onto the loader so that it is approximately centered with the sawmill bed The log turner will operate much easier if the log is center...

Page 46: ...hain to spin the log against the side supports until it is turned to the desired position 3 Clamp the log 4 Lower the turner until the arm falls below the bed NOTE When the turner arm is lowered all the way the side supports will begin to lower Back the clamp off slightly and let the side supports come down until they are positioned below the level of your first few cuts TO TURN CANTS 1 Lower the ...

Page 47: ...the height by removing the locking pin and moving the control box to the desired height 4 Reinsert and lock the pin at the location most comfortable to you 4 4 Up Down Operation Manual Operation CAUTION Ensure the blade is properly installed and tensioned before moving the sawhead 1 Use the up down drum switch located on the right side of the control panel to raise or lower the cutting head 2 Hold...

Page 48: ...ly move the switch to the neutral or off position then troubleshoot the switch CAUTION DO NOT try to force the carriage above the 35 88 cm mark or below the 1 2 54 cm mark Damage to the up down system may result 4 5 Up Down Simple Set Operation As the Simple Set control powers up the software revision is displayed This information can be helpful should you require service Simple Set opens in Manua...

Page 49: ...criteria See Figure 4 5 The Setup Menu consist of Saw Head Up Down Speed 1 5 with 5 default being the fastest NOTE Lowering the set speed will assist in achieving the desired blade height setting in situations where the up down chains or mast pads are worn or loose Units of Measure Standard default or Metric millimeters Language English only FIG 4 4 FIG 4 5 Display area QS 26 Scroll up Scroll down...

Page 50: ... the control Press the Auto button to toggle between Set1 and Set2 To set the Set1 or Set2 value use the Scroll buttons to adjust the value in 1 16 or 1mm increments Values are automatically saved and will stay in memory until changed IMPORTANT You must add the kerf value to the increments Typical blade kerfs are between 1 16 1 8 1 6 3 2 mm Bump the up down drum switch down to move the blade to th...

Page 51: ...row buttons have special functions Enter configura tion menus by pressing the Up button pressing the Down button moves the saw head to the nearest nominal inch or centimeter Toggle button Use the Toggle button to exit configuration menus and return to the main menu Pressing and holding the Toggle button during startup will reset the Accuset pro gramming to factory default settings Pressing the Tog...

Page 52: ...ter Configuration Menu 1 See Figure 4 7 ADJUST THE GRADIENT If the Accuset is factory installed the Gradient Setting is already set to match the gradient of the transducer sensor labeled GRD on the sensor If the Accuset has been installed in the field the transducer replaced or the Accuset control has been reset to Factory Set tings the Gradient Setting should be adjusted 2 Press the button labele...

Page 53: ...d us in See Figure 4 9 5 Press the Save button If you do not want to save the new setting and want to return to the previously stored Gra dient Setting press Exit and turn the key switch to the off 0 position FIG 4 8 FIG 4 9 3H0989 3 9 1292 Set Gradient Use buttons to adjust then save Save Exit Press UP or DOWN button to adjust Gradient 3H0817 7B LHSD600U03601R0 S N 00245408 GRD 9 1292us in 2782 2...

Page 54: ... Settings button 6 Exit the Configuration Menu ADJUST THE INCH SCALE 7 Check and adjust the inch scale on the saw head to match the value displayed on the control Adjust the bottom saw head stop bolt all the way down Move the saw head down until Accuset displays 3 4 and adjust the bottom saw head stop bolt up until it just touches the saw head SET KERF The Kerf setting is optional The default kerf...

Page 55: ...s See Table 4 1 3 Press the Set Kerf button and use the Up and Down buttons to adjust the kerf value Pressing the Up and Down buttons simultaneously will scroll the kerf faster 4 Press the Save button NOTE If you don t use the Kerf Setting include the thickness of the blade in your increment settings as described in Section 4 7 Accuset Mode Selection FIG 4 10 Blade Thickness Blade Style Kerf Setti...

Page 56: ...enu 2 See Figure 4 11 LANGUAGE 1 Press the Language button 2 Choose the desired language If the desired language does not appear in Change Language menu press Other to scroll to the next Change Language menu 3 Press the Save or language equivalent button 4 To return to the previously stored Language setting press Exit and turn the key switch to the off 0 position FIG 4 11 English Spanish French Po...

Page 57: ...utton that you desire Fractional Inches default Decimal Inches Millimeters 3 Press the Save button To return to the previously stored Unit Of Measure press Exit and turn the key switch to the off 0 position FIG 4 12 CHANGE LANGUAGE 3 English Portuguese Exit CHANGE LANGUAGE 2 English Spanish Polish Other CHANGE LANGUAGE 1 French English German Other Press Other button to change language menus ...

Page 58: ...t PID value settings are shown below Alternate settings are provided for use with most standard non Super model LT30 40 sawmills See Table 4 2 2 Press the Save button after making the desired PID Value adjustments 3 Go to the desired Accuset mode 4 Test the performance of th new settings If the new settings cause undesirable results reset Accuset to the factory defaults FIG 4 13 Value Factory Defa...

Page 59: ...oose an increment to move the blade down The Accuset will automatically move the saw head down and stop at the next increment when you press the drum switch down You can store sixteen different increment levels using the four numbered Increment Set tings buttons Each button stores four adjustable increment settings Press button 1 once for setting 1 Press button 1 a second time for setting 5 etc Au...

Page 60: ... indicates the size of the remaining cant when the pattern is complete Reference Mode This mode allows the operator to program up to four pre set locations along the saw head travel The factory default settings are at the bottom 1 the location where the saw head is calibrated 12 a location midway between the calibration and the top 24 and the top 31 ...

Page 61: ... Manual Mode position blade for trim cut Switch to Auto Down and make trim cut Cut first face as desired in Auto Down Mode then turn log Switch to Manual Mode and position blade for trim cut Switch to Auto Down and make trim cut Cut second face as desired in Auto Down Mode then turn log Switch to Manual Mode and position blade for trim cut Switch to Auto Down and make trim cut Cut third face as de...

Page 62: ...r When you get close to 1 1 2 release both buttons Press the Down button to fine tune the setting to exactly 1 1 2 Press the Manual Mode button Press the Up button to display the Configuration Menu Choose Save to enter the Save Settings menu then press Save Increment setting 7 is now 1 1 2 until you change the setting to something else Press the Auto Down button to return to Auto Down Mode if nece...

Page 63: ... repeating top incre ment After you lower the blade and reach the last top increment a symbol will appear to indicate you are close to the next setting When the blade reaches the increment set ting a symbol will appear next to that setting To change any of the six pattern increments press the Drop button below the pattern increment list to scroll to the desired increment The increment that is acti...

Page 64: ...ease The saw head will automatically stop at the first setting determined by the top pattern increment Make a cut raise the saw head and return the carriage for the next cut Press the up down drum switch down and release The saw head will stop at the setting for the next cut Repeat this procedure down this face of the log as desired Turn the log as you normally would and press the Manual Mode butt...

Page 65: ...ory and will return to the default value when the Accuset is powered off and back on To permanently store the new setting enter Configuration Menu 1 and press the Save then the Save button from the Save Settings menu Accuset will now keep the new setting until you readjust it or reset the Accuset to factory defaults 4 12 Blade Guide Arm Operation 1 Set the outer blade guide to clear the widest sec...

Page 66: ... up until the clutch motor stops completely The autoclutch mechanism will disen gage the brake rev the motor to full throttle and start the blade spinning See Figure 4 16 To stop disengage the blade press the toggle switch down This engages the blade brake and return the engine to idle NOTE The toggle switch must stay in the up or down position If the switch boot is stiff you may need to hold the ...

Page 67: ...rection in which the carriage travels The middle position as shown is the neutral position The power feed switch is designed to return to the neutral or off position when released from operating in the reverse posi tion If the switch remains engaged manually move the switch to the neutral or off posi tion and See Section 5 6 FIG 4 17 LX0017 Forward Reverse Slow Fast ...

Page 68: ...te switch to a slow speed until the whole width of the blade has entered the cut This stops the blade from flexing and dipping up or down Then use the car riage feed rate switch to increase the feed rate as desired Maximum feed rate varies with width and hardness of the wood Over feeding results in engine and blade wear and also produces a wavy cut 4 Press and lock power feed handle forward to mov...

Page 69: ... 5 Use the blade guide toggle switch to adjust the outer blade guide to clear the widest sec tion of the log 6 Use the autoclutch blade switch to engage the blade WARNING Keep hands feet and any other objects away from the sawdust chute when operating sawmill Failure to follow this may result in serious injury 7 Start the water lube if necessary to prevent sap buildup on the blade See Section 4 19...

Page 70: ...to the increments Typical blade kerfs are between 1 16 1 8 1 6 3 2 mm NOTE 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 15 Repeat until the first side of the log is cut as desired 16 Set aside the usable flitches boards with bark on one or both sides to edge them on the mill later TOE BOARDS 17 Lower the...

Page 71: ...d for maximum production rates ensure that the off bearer stays out of the path of the blade Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death CAUTION If you choose to leave the blade engaged raise the blade to clear the log before returning the carriage Failure to follow this may cause damage to the blade and or sawmill 4 17 Edging 1 Raise the side supports to 1 2 the height of the fl...

Page 72: ...f the blade is above the bed of the mill If you know the height of your blade at each cut you can determine the thickness of lumber you are sawing Example You want to cut 1 25 mm random width boards from a log Position the blade for the first cut Move the carriage to an even mea surement on the inch scale Make a trim cut Return the carriage for the second cut and lower it 1 1 8 29 mm below the ori...

Page 73: ... indicator Tighten the wing studs CAUTION Be sure to leave the wing studs in the vertical orientation to avoid interference with the blade height indicator Failure to follow this may result in damage to the indicator Make a trim cut When you return the carriage for a second cut lower the carriage to the next mark on the scale This mark shows where the blade should be positioned to cut a certain th...

Page 74: ...lve in the bottle cap controls the amount of water flow See Figure 4 20 A solenoid valve automatically starts the water flow when the power feed is activated in the forward direction The solenoid stops the flow when the feed switch is returned to the neutral position Not all types of wood require the use of the Water Lube System When needed use just enough water to keep the blade clean This saves ...

Page 75: ...ry or death CAUTION Use windshield washer fluid to the water tank and prime as recommended when sawing or storing the sawmill in below freezing temperatures Use windshield washer fluid with a freezing point of at least 20 F 29 C Failure to follow this may cause damage to the LubeMizer system 4 20 Preparing The Sawmill For Towing Securing the mill 1 Move the saw carriage to the front hitch end of t...

Page 76: ...e tension when the mill is not in use to avoid damage to the tensioner 6 Lower the sawhead to align with the travel locking pin 7 Remove the travel locking pin from the storage bracket and lock the sawhead up down motion See Figure 4 22 8 Move the carriage to the travel position where the locking flange aligns with the rest pins WARNING Always lock down both rest pins Failure to follow this may re...

Page 77: ...after reaching the destination to avoid deformation of the drive belt 11 Ensure the board return arms are in the transport position See Figure 4 24 12 Raise the sawdust chute and strap it into the transport position 13 Remove all loose objects from the mill 14 Raise the log loader until the arms contact the stop bolts FIG 4 23 FIG 4 24 LX0006 18 Transport Position Travel lock mount Travel lock pin...

Page 78: ...oader arms See Figure 4 25 16 Replace the wheel fenders SET THE CONTROLS 1 Remove the locking pin 2 Swivel the controls 180 degrees 3 Loosen the two set screws 4 Remove the mount pin 5 Slide the control mount in until it the last holes align 6 Reinsert the mount pin 7 Tighten the set screws 8 Reinsert the locking pin FIG 4 25 LX0006 08 Locking pin both arms Log clamp to side Log supports up Log tu...

Page 79: ...ure to follow this could result in serious injury or death WARNING Always check trailer tires for proper inflation before towing sawmill Failure to follow this may lead to tire failure resulting in prop erty damage and or serious injury or death 1 Position the towing vehicle in front of the mill 2 Use the tongue jack to lower the hitch over the ball coupling on your vehicle Adjust the coupler if n...

Page 80: ...nderneath the hitch and hook to the vehicle Ensure that there is slack in the chains to accommodate the vehicle when turned sharply in either direction DANGER Ensure the following has been accomplished Your hitch has adequate safety chain hookups Do not use eyebolts for safety chain hook up Safety chains should be hooked to bumper of vehicle so that each chain would pull the trailer equally in the...

Page 81: ...an the safety chains 7 Connect the light wiring harness plug from the sawmill to the receptacle on your vehicle 8 Check turn signals and brake lights 9 Raise the front outriggers 10 Return the outrigger jack handle and locks to the storage bracket See Figure 4 28 11 Rotate the tongue jack into the transport position See Figure 4 29 12 Remove wheel chocks FIG 4 28 FIG 4 29 LX0004 18 LX0006 06 Opera...

Page 82: ...en made and are working properly before towing the sawmill Failure to follow this will result in death or serious injury DANGER Be sure electric brake battery is charged and is working properly before towing the sawmill Failure to follow this may result in serious personal injury or death DANGER Do not use the electric brakes as an emergency brake while the sawmill is not being towed the sawmill i...

Page 83: ...if proper mainte nance and operation procedures are followed Due to the many variables which exist during sawmill operation actual part life may vary significantly This information is pro vided so that you may plan ahead in ordering replacement parts See Table 5 1 5 2 Blade Guides WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key ...

Page 84: ...ten the middle bolt to raise the block mounting plate up until it contacts the outer bolts 3 Check the space between the block and the blade 4 When the spacing is between 0 008 0 010 tighten the outer bolt nuts See Figure 5 1 NOTE Preventing sap buildup on the blade is critical when using the high performance blade guide system If the wood you are sawing leaves sap buildup using plain water in the...

Page 85: ...and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Ensure the steel fingers inside the sawdust chute are in place before operating the sawmill Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury The steel fingers have been designed to help prevent a broken blade or some other object from becoming a projectile and exiting the sawdust chute Remove al...

Page 86: ...uld result in death or serious injury Proper maintenance on the sawmill carriage track is critical in preventing corrosion that can cause pitting and scaling on the rail surfaces Pitted and scaled surfaces can in turn cause rough cuts or jerky power feed movement CLEANING 1 Use a light grade sandpaper or emery cloth to sand off any rust or other adhering parti cles from the rails 2 Clean track rai...

Page 87: ...ind See Figure 5 3 4 Check the track scrapers as needed Scrapers should fit firmly against the rail To adjust the scraper loosen the wingnut push the scraper downward until it fits firmly against the rail and retighten the wingnut 5 5 Vertical Mast Rails WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 positio...

Page 88: ... blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable Failure to follow this may result in injury and or electrical system damage Lubricate the power feed drum switch contacts inside the control panel every 50 hours of operation ...

Page 89: ... inside frame of the con trol box 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 atten tion Wash skin with soap and water If ingested do not induce vomit ing contact a physician KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN FIG 5 5 LX0018 02 Drum switch Drum s...

Page 90: ...njury 1 Oil all chains with Dexron III ATF every fifty hours of operation CAUTION Do not use chain lube It causes sawdust buildup in chain links 2 Apply a thin film of a NLGI No 2 grade lithium grease to the blade guide arm every fifty hours of operation to help prevent it from rusting 3 Adjust the blade guide arm drive chain as necessary to prevent the arm from slipping To adjust the chain loosen...

Page 91: ... from your Customer Service Representative 5 8 Blade Tensioner WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury LUBRICATE 1 Lubricate the chrome rods of the tensioner system with a heavy duty teflon spray lubri cant such...

Page 92: ...matic Transmission Fluid ATF such as Dexron III ATF to the hydraulic blade tensioner as needed 1 Unscrew the tensioner handle to reveal 2 50mm of thread 2 Remove the sawmill blade housing covers and blade FIG 5 8 FIG 5 9 SM0058B Chrome rods Tensioner screw handle grease fitting 3H1032 1 Add fluid as you pull rear piston out AR ...

Page 93: ...o the tensioner Use pliers to pull the rear piston if necessary but only grip the outer 1 4 6mm of the rear piston Gripping or marring the surface beyond this point could result in seal damage and prevent the system from holding tension 9 Reinsert the plug and thread 2 3 turns 10 Turn the tension handle clockwise until 6 or 7 threads show beyond the front piston block 11 Tighten the plug all the w...

Page 94: ...ake Strap Adjustment WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury Check and adjust the brake strap after each drive belt adjustment if the blade does not stop quickly unusual sounds occur when the brake is applied a ...

Page 95: ...epeat brake strap adjustments in 1 8 increments until the drive belt prop erly fits in the drive pulley with the clutch disengaged IMPORTANT Be careful to not overtighten Overtightening will cause the drive belt to grab the pulley and can prevent the engine from starting properly 6 Replace the drive belt cover 5 11 Drive Belt Adjustment WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as b...

Page 96: ... 4 Use the Tension Gauge part number 016309 supplied with your Wood Mizer to measure the drive belt tension 5 Zero out the pounds indicator on the gauge by sliding the small O ring against the yel low flange 6 Set the bottom o ring at 7 16 11mm 7 Use a straight edge between the pulleys as a reference point 8 In the center of the belt span press down on the rubber boot while the bottom of the gauge...

Page 97: ...r clockwise to loosen the belt NOTE If you reach the maximum adjustment using the bottom jam nut adjust the linkage by loosening the top jam nut and turning the turnbuckle clockwise as viewed from the top 3 Repeat adjustments as necessary until proper belt tension is achieved when the drive belt is engaged FIG 5 11 1 2 5 10 15 20 25 30 LX0006 15 Straight edge reference O ring O ring Yellow flange ...

Page 98: ...3 position to engage the drive belt with the blade switch on the control panel NOTE A properly adjusted throttle will extend the cable spring 1 4 to 3 8 6 4 9 5 mm when running and have a slight amount of slack in the cable when idling 5 12 Engine Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key ...

Page 99: ... all engine mounting bolts and pivot bushing clamps 5 Engage the clutch handle and recheck the pulley alignment Adjust if necessary 6 Recheck the drive belt support s and adjust if necessary See Section 5 11 5 13 Hydraulic System Types of fluid If you are operating in temperatures 20 to 100 F 29 to 38 C use an all weather hydraulic fluid such as Conoco MV32 For alternate fluids and or other temper...

Page 100: ...h to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury 2 Check that the hydraulic fluid level in the pump is 3 4 19mm from the top FIG 5 13 FIG 5 14 HD0049D 120 49 40 5 80 27 0 18 100 38 20 7 60 16 20 29 110 44 30 1 70 21 10 23 90 ...

Page 101: ...perate the hydraulic system if the pump motor brushes are worn shorter than 1 4 6mm Damage to the pump motor may result 7 Periodically check all hydraulic lines and fitting as needed Replace as necessary 5 14 Drive Bearing WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to ...

Page 102: ...egative battery terminal cable Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury Adjust the up down chain tension 1 Measure chain tension with the head all the way to the top of the vertical mast WARNING Secure the saw head with a chain strap device with at least 1900 lbs working load capacity before adjusting the up down chains Failure to follow this could result in death or serious ...

Page 103: ...f the gear reducer Adjust the up down belt WARNING Secure the saw head with a chain strap device with at least 1900 lbs working load capacity before adjusting the up down chains Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury 1 Remove the up down housing cover 2 Loosen the motor mount bolts 3 Replace any damaged or worn belts as needed 4 Pull the motor outward so there is 3 8 9 5 mm...

Page 104: ...ING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury ADJUST THE POWER FEED BELT When the power feed belt gets ...

Page 105: ...N 1 Move the saw head all the way toward the front hitch end of the mill 2 Use the two lock nuts at the rear of the mill to tighten or loosen the power feed chain 3 Check that the chains are evenly tensioned so that the sawhead moves square to the log bed CAUTION Do not overtighten the feed chain Damage to the power feed motor may result CAUTION Do not tighten the chains unevenly Damage to the saw...

Page 106: ...les and a face shield when work ing near batteries Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Charge the battery i...

Page 107: ...ive charger jumper cable directly to the positive battery terminal EMERGENCY TREATMENT FOR CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPONENTS LEAD SUL FURIC ACID per SDS Safety Data Sheet EYE CONTACT Sulfuric Acid and Lead Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids Seek immediate medical atten tion if eyes have been exposed directly to acid SKIN CONTACT Sulfuric Aci...

Page 108: ... sawdust chute See Section 5 3 8 hours Every blade change Remove sawdust from upper track roller housings See Section 2 25 hours Check blade guide block spacing 25 Hours Clean and lubricate track wiper See Section 2 25 hours Clean and lubricate mast rails See Section 5 5 50 hours Lubricate drum switches See Section 5 6 50 hours Grease pivot points and bearings oil chains See Section 5 7 50 hours L...

Page 109: ...nce chart Maintenance WMdoc072919 5 27 5 Replace hydraulic system filter See Section 5 13 500 hours Inspect motor brushes See Section 5 15 See Section 5 16 750 hours Grease up down shaft bearing See Section 5 15 1000 hours ...

Page 110: ...ques See Sharpener Manual Tension too tight Tension blade to recommended specifications Blade does not track right on drive wheel Cant adjustment is incorrect Readjust Drive belts wear prematurely or jump Engine motor and drive pul leys out of alignment Align pulleys Boards thick or thin on ends or middle of board Stress in log which causes log to not lay flat on the bed After log has been squared...

Page 111: ... apply silicone spray Wavy cuts Excessive feed Slow feed rate Improperly sharpened blade This will be the problem 99 of the time Resharpen blade See Sharpener Manual read entire manual Blade guides improperly adjusted Adjust blade guides Sap buildup on blade Use Water Lube Tooth set problem Resharpen and reset blade PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Up down excessively slow Up down belt loose Adjust belt to ...

Page 112: ... down or power feed motors overheat and lose power System overload or bind occurred Correct problem Allow motor to cool before restarting Normal operation factors exceeded eg up down con trol jockeyed excessively Allow motor to cool before restarting Everything works and then cuts out works again Bad battery fuse or ground connection Check and tighten connections Nothing works electrically Dead ba...

Page 113: ... and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury WARNING Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury Test to determine if the problem is mechanical or electrical 1 Remove the drive belt from the power feed drive pulley 2 Reconnect the negati...

Page 114: ...speed switch otherwise see See Section 6 6 Power feed is jerky but power feed motor runs properly at all speeds Problem is mechanical Refer See Section 6 6 Power feed motor overheats Track wiper is dragging Clean track wiper See Section 2 Allow motor to cool before restarting Ground is not level Level mill with frame levels or a carpenter s level Allow motor to cool before restarting Track roller ...

Page 115: ...forth again 4 Repeat several times If the jerkiness occurs at the same location on the dial several times replace the variable speed switch otherwise troubleshoot for mechanical problems See Section 6 6 6 6 Power Feed Mechanical WARNING Before performing service near moving parts such as blades pulleys motors belts and chains first turn the key switch to the OFF 0 position and remove the key Failu...

Page 116: ...p Clean wiper See Section 2 Debris sap rust etc on rails Clean rails See Section 2 Power feed chain is rusty or too tight Adjust and clean chains See Sec tion 5 16 Power feed belt not properly tightened Adjust belt See Section 5 16 Power feed shaft moves in out or side to side Replace power feed shaft bearings PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION You can actuate any hydrau lic handle but get no response from th...

Page 117: ...pressure relief valve Low air temperature causing fluid to thicken Allow fluid to warm up Synthetic fluids are available that allow for hydraulic operation in cold weather conditions Univis HVI 13 Pump motor runs continu ously when power contact is made Solenoid is stuck closed Tapping the solenoid may solve this problem temporarily Replace solenoid Fluid leaks from around cyl inder piston ram Wor...

Page 118: ... arm port fitting located at the bottom of the log loading arm and install a gauge to the fitting NOTE Installing the gauge at the loading arm fitting port will insure the pressure reading is not affected by a relief valve 3 Check gauge fitting connection for leaks before activating the hydraulic valve levers Fix any leaks before proceeding 4 Carefully activate the lever and watch for leaks One of...

Page 119: ...ttery and system problems Pressure above 2000 psi may also damage the hydraulic hoses Use the relief valve adjustment screw see FIgure 6 2 to fine tune the hydraulic pressure 1 Remove the adjustment screw nut 2 Rotate the adjustment screw clockwise to increase pressure counterclockwise to lower pressure 6 9 Engine Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment WARNING Before performing service near moving part...

Page 120: ...nting bolts and pivot bushing clamps 5 Engage the clutch handle and recheck the pulley alignment Adjust if necessary 6 Recheck the drive belt support s and adjust if necessary See Section 5 11 Lights are provided on the control front panel and the motor control assembly located in the remote power box to help diagnose power feed or up down problems should they occur Two indicator lights are provid...

Page 121: ... red A corresponding error message will be dis played to provide more detail about the problem See Figure 6 4 6 10 Accuset Error Messages See Table 6 1 Possible causes for display error messages are provided below FIG 6 0 Switch Input Motor Output Up Grn Dn Red Status Grn Ready Red Error Switch Input Motor Output Up Grn Dn Red Status Grn Ready Red Error SM0342 2 Switch Input Motor Output Up Grn Dn...

Page 122: ... PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CHECK TRANSUCER Defective or loose transducer cable Defective transducer MOTOR CURRENT Excessive current draw on Up Down motor caused by mechanical bind in saw head movement Short in up down motor wires VOLTAGE ERROR Low voltage at the H bridge or HMI front panel Weak battery Over charging alternator Loose connections CHECK BREAKER OR CABLE Tripped Up Down circuit breaker D...

Page 123: ...to display Configuration Menu 2 Press the Diagnostic button to display the Diagnostic Screen FIG 6 1 3H0989 8 CONFIGURATION MENU 2 Units Language PID Values Diagnostic 6 3 4 Push Other button in Configuration Menu 1 to enter Configuration Menu 2 Push UP button to enter Configuration Menu 1 Push Diagnostic button to enter Diagnostic Screen Auto Down Manual Auto Up Pattern CONFIGURATION MENU 1 Calib...

Page 124: ...tor Feed Current Amperage of power feed motor Feed Potentiometer This tests input signal of the power feed potentiometer Turn the power feed potentiometer to check if it moves smoothly HBridge Module This is the H Bridge software revision HMI Module This is the HMI module software revision FIG 6 1 3H0989 9 Exit Exit Feed Current 0 Feed Potentiometer X HBridge Module Version C 12 DC HMI Module Vers...

Page 125: ... other persons away from area when coiling car rying or changing a blade Failure to follow this could result in death or serious injury Changing blades is safest when done by one person 1 Remove the blade and check the blade wheel belts 2 Remove any sawdust buildup from the surface of the belts 3 Replace worn belts if they do not keep the blade from contacting the blade wheel 4 Install a clean bla...

Page 126: ...mm from full open 3 Raise the saw head so the bottom of the blade measures 14 3 4 375 mm from the top surface of the bed rail near the inner blade guide assembly See Figure 7 1 4 Measure from the blade to the bed rail near the outer blade guide assembly Both measurements should be the same at 14 3 4 375 mm 5 Level the sawhead by loosening the up down chain jam nut located at the top of the mast on...

Page 127: ...to within 1 2 13 mm from fully closed 2 Manually move the arm up and down to check for looseness 3 If loose tighten the adjustment bolts on the front of the blade guide mount by loosening the jam nut tightening the adjustment nut and retighten the jam nut See FIG 7 3 See Figure 7 3 After tightening the blade guide arm rollers check that the arm is aligned properly FIG 7 2 FIG 7 3 LX0001 08 Jam nut...

Page 128: ...e rear bolt and tighten the front bolt to tilt the arm in toward the blade and or loosen the front bolt and tighten the rear bolt to tilt the arm out away from the blade 8 Retighten the jam nuts and recheck the blade guide arm horizontal tilt 9 Move the saw carriage so the blade guide arm is positioned over a bed rail to check the vertical tilt of the blade guide arm 10 With the arm 1 2 13 mm from...

Page 129: ...o tilt the blade guide arm down and or loosen the front bolt and tighten the rear bolt to tilt the blade guide arm up 15 Retighten the jam nuts and recheck the blade guide arm vertical tilt Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment The blade guides should be adjusted properly in the vertical plane If the blade guides are tilted vertically the blade will try to travel in the tilted direction A Blade Guid...

Page 130: ...tool to the bed rail is not equal within 1 32 75 mm adjust the vertical tilt of the outer blade guide roller 7 Loosen one set screw at the side of the blade guide assembly See Figure 7 7 Loosen the jam nuts on the top and bottom vertical tilt adjustment screws To tilt the roller up loosen the bottom screw and tighten top screw To tilt the roller down loosen the top screw and tighten the bottom scr...

Page 131: ...d adjust the blade guide arm halfway in 10 Remove the clip from the blade guide alignment tool Place the tool against the face of the outer blade guide roller See Figure 7 8 11 Measure between the back edge of the blade and the tool at the end closest to the inner blade guide B 12 Measure between the back edge of the blade and the other end of the tool A The roller should be tilted slightly to the...

Page 132: ...ing blade guide spacing loosen the top set screw and one side set screw only This will ensure horizontal and vertical tilt adjustments are maintained when the adjustment screws are retight ened 1 Measure the distance between the flange on both blade guide rollers to the back edge of the blade This distance should measure 1 8 3 0 mm on the outer blade guide roller and 1 16 1 5 mm on the inner blade...

Page 133: ...d the main bed tube The distance at the top of the side support B should be equal to or no more than 1 32 0 8 mm greater than the distance at the base of the side support A Adjust the hori zontal tilt of the side support if necessary 2 Loosen the two adjustment plate mounting bolts 3 Use a mallet to move the plate until the side support is parallel to the bed tube in the hor izontal position 4 Ret...

Page 134: ...ull back at the top of the support to eliminate slack to simulate a log being clamped against it 9 Place a square against the face of the side support The side support should be square or slightly tilted forward 1 32 0 8 mm 10 Loosen the side support mounting bolt with a 3 8 ratchet to rotate the pin until the side support is square to the bed FIG 7 11 SM0272 Measure between frame tube and face of...

Page 135: ...1 Move the saw carriage so the blade is positioned directly above one of the bed rails 2 Measure from the bottom edge on a down set tooth of the blade to the top of the bed rail near the inner blade guide assembly 3 View the blade height scale with eyes level with the indicator The scale should indicate the actual distance from the blade to the bed rail Adjust the indicator if necessary 4 Loosen t...

Page 136: ...orrect mark on the scale 0 1 32 0 8 mm 6 Retighten the bracket mounting bolts EXAMPLE If the measurement from the down set tooth of the blade to the bed rail was 14 3 4 375 mm make sure the indicator reads 14 3 4 375 mm on the scale See Figure 7 13 FIG 7 13 15 16 17 18 14 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 8 8 8 Blade Height Indicator Inch Scale Quarter Scale 3H0893 ...

Page 137: ...LICS 8 1 Hydraulic Schematic See Figure 8 1 FIG 8 1 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 F1 P1 P2 V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 M1 M2 M3 H1 H2 H4 H3 H6 H5 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13 H14 H16 H15 H17 H19 H20 H18 H21 H21 H22 LX0020 RELIEF VALVE SETTING 2250 PSI RELIEF VALVE SETTING 2200 PSI ...

Page 138: ...Hyd Cylinder 1 1 2 Bore X 10 Stroke C3 034267 Hyd Cylinder 2 Bore x 10 Stroke C4 034736 Hyd Cylinder 2 1 2 Bore X 6 Stroke C5 C6 014482 Hyd Cylinder 1 1 2 Bore x 6 Stroke TABLE 8 1 C1 C2 C3 H17 H9 H19 H11 H2 H13 H15 H8 H7 H6 H5 H12 H4 H3 H18 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 M1 P1 F1 M2 P2 V2 V3 V4 V5 H1 LX0021 H10 M3 H20 H14 H16 H21 H21 H22 V1 Shown with handles down Clamp In Out Clamp Up Down Turner Side Supports ...

Page 139: ...p Down Top 079000 218 H6 Yellow 207 1 4 Clamp Up Down Base 079000 207 H7 Red 108 3 8 Loading Arm Base 079001 108 H8 Blue 108 3 8 Loading Arm Top 079001 108 H9 Orange 79 3 8 Side Support Base 079001 79 H10 Plain 87 3 8 Side Support Top 079001 87 H11 Orange 191 3 8 Clamp In Out Base 079001 191 H12 White 165 3 8 Clamp In Out Top 079001 165 H13 Green 80 3 8 Loading Arm Branch Top 079001 80 H14 Green 1...

Page 140: ...Hydraulics Hydraulic Hoses 8 8 4 WMdoc072919 Hydraulics H22 Plain 6 5 3 8 Pump to Valve 079001 6 5 ID Color Code LENGTH A Application HOSE PART TABLE 8 2 ...

Page 141: ...ade tensioner 5 9 blade wheel belts 5 10 5 11 carriage track wipers 5 4 drive bearing 5 19 drive belt 5 13 mast rails 5 5 miscellaneous 5 8 part wear life 5 1 sawdust removal 5 3 up down 5 20 O operation 4 24 auto down mode 4 19 auto up mode 4 21 edging 4 29 pattern mode 4 21 reference mode 4 22 sawing 4 27 P power feed mechanical troubleshooting test 6 6 operation 4 26 speed adjustment 4 25 4 26 ...

Page 142: ...justment 4 9 control setup 4 9 model configuration 4 10 portable sawmill 3 22 restore defaults 4 17 startup configuration 4 10 simple set operation 4 6 switch power feed up down maintenance 5 6 T tensioner maintenance 5 9 troubleshooting 6 1 diagnostics screen 6 13 electrical problems 6 2 error messages 6 12 sawing problems 6 1 turning logs 4 4 U up down operation 4 5 W water lube operation 4 32 ...

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