Baker Blue Streak Portable or Stationary Band Sawmill - Rev 2, 03/07;
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Calibrating the Measurement Dial
Without setworks, accurate cuts are dependant on the measurement dial and the ability to
determine the exact height of the blade in reference to the log bunks. The measurement dial
does not have the blade kerf factored in so in order to cut accurate lumber thickness, you
must add-in and allow for blade kerf thickness to the desired thickness of the lumber you are
cutting. If blade kerf is not known, allow for 1/8” kerf, and then verify your cut lumber’s
thickness.
A properly calibrated dial is necessary to determine the height of the blade to the log bunks
so that the ending cut is accurate to the dial. For example, if you make cuts for a 6”x6” and it
measure 5-7/8” at the ends and middle, then this would indicate the measurement dial is
calibrated.
Move the saw head so that the
blade is directly over a log bunk
(
preferably the last bunk at the
front of the mill
).
Lower the saw head so that the
blade is between 6" to 10" from
the bunk.
Ensure machine power is off by
removing the key from the
engine’s ignition.
Using a 12-inch machinist ruler
or tape measurer,
measure
from the bottom of the down
hook tooth to the bunk.
Note:
If the measurements are not
the same, the dial will need to be
calibrated.
To calibrate the measurement
dial, loosen the 1/2" bolt in the
center of the dial.
Reposition the dial to the
pointer by turning it to the
desired numeric measurement
taken in the previous step.
When the measurement dial is
at the desired value, re-tighten
the 1/2" bolt in the center of the
measurement dial.
You are now ready to cut material and verify dial is properly calibrated.
Figure 65