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Adjustable dog, set at an angle so that log can be
sawed without interference.
H. Cutting Dimensional Lumber
You can cut down to a 1" thick bottom board. To achieve this you will use the moveable
side of the dog and the short squaring pins welded in the track.
1 - You will need to determine the size lumber that can be cut and how many, then using
the scale start sawing your lumber. Lower the blade to desired thickness and saw your
board. Repeat this process until all lumber is cut.
2 - You may need to turn your cant to make the desired lumber width.
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I. End of Processing Lumber
1 - Completely decrease engine throttle and turn engine switch to off position, or if
equipped with fuel shut off, turn that to the off position.
2 - The blade will continue to turn and will coast to a stop.
3 - If you are done sawing for the day, de-tension the blade, so that you do not cause flat
spots on the band wheel. Lower the mill head so that the lift cable has a little slack.
J. Replacing the Blade
No matter how well you care for your blade, they will dull after time and need to be
replaced. Longevity of your blade depends on how well you maintain it, including clean-
ing the dirt off of the log before cutting.
1 - The engine needs to be stopped, turned off and the key removed, this ensures that the
engine can not be accidentally turned back on. On engines with manual start, you will
need to remove the spark plug wire prior to servicing. On electric motors a
lockout/tagout should be used.
2 - Loosen and remove nuts so you can remove the outside and center guards on all
models.
3 - Loosen band blade tensioner nut until adjusting bolt nut is flush with threaded end of
the bolt.
4 - With a gloved hand, put hand on the top of the band blade and push down.
(Use extreme CAUTION, dull blades are still sharp and may be hot).
5 - Remove band blade from both band wheels and take out of carriage.
6 - Inspect new or sharpened blade, be sure blade teeth are facing in correct direction.
Teeth should always point away from the operator. (Towards discharge chute).
Be sure to wipe blade clean of all oily substances prior to installing. A clean, dry rag
or cloth works best.
7 - Starting from your stationary wheel set the blade on the wheel then thread through
your guides. Work the blade over the tensioning wheel until the blade is set.
Fig.G
Fig.G-1
Flat side must be flush and Flat against the squaring
pins to assure a square cant.
