Baker Blue Streak Portable or Stationary Band Sawmill - Rev 2, 03/07;
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Blade Tracking
Note:
The blade tracking is set at the factory prior to shipment, but it may periodically have
to be reset. Most band blades will vary on how they track due to the blade material.
1-1/4” Blades
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should be flush with the back edge of the wheel – or – the blade
gullet flush with the front face of the wheel.
1-1/2” and 2” Blades
--
should be centered on the wheels with the gullet flush or no
more than 1/32” past the front face of the wheels.
If the blade is tracking out just a little after running for a few minutes, don’t be alarmed;
most blades do this as they self-adjust to the contour of the wheels.
If the blade is running out or in more than 1/32” you should try three or more blades or
another box of blades before making any tracking adjustments. This will help you
determine whether it’s the blade(s) or something else that is affecting tracking.
Verify proper blade tension, which can also cause tracking to vary. More tension tends to
bring the blade “out” on the wheels.
1-1/4” Blade Tension
– 1,400 PSI
1-1/2” Blade Tension
– 1,700 PSI
2” Blade Tension
– 1,900 PSI
Note:
2” blades require a wider pull and idler wheel
If the problem exists after trying different blades, then proceed to the next section
“
Tracking the Blade”.
Tracking the Blade
Move saw head to front of the mill (end nearest the trailer tongue).
Ensure machine power is off by removing the key from the ignition.
Ensure the blade is properly installed; reference “
Changing Blades”
section if necessary.
If equipped, remove the safety pin and locking pin from the de-barker arm.
Open the left and right
cowling doors.
Rotate the idler wheel
several rotations
counter-clockwise and
look at the blade gullet
in relation to the front
face of the wheel.
Figure 44
Blade Gullet