Sawmill Operation
Clutch Operation
Sawmill Operation
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5.4
Clutch Operation
1.
Clear any loose objects from the area of the blade, motor, and drive belt.
2.
Make sure the clamp and side supports are adjusted below the level of your first few cuts.
3.
Start the engine as instructed in the option manual.
DANGER!
Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and logs
when operating sawmill or loading and turning logs. Failure to follow this will
result in serious injury.
Be sure the blade housing and pulley covers are in place and secure before starting the engine
or motor. Use the rubber latches to fasten the blade housing covers shut.
4.
To engage the blade, pull the clutch lever clockwise until it locks in the down position. This
engages the drive mechanism and increases the engine speed to full throttle.
5.
To disengage the blade, raise the clutch lever to the up position. This disengages the drive belt
and returns the engine to idle.
5.5
Cutting The Log
1.
Position the log and clamp firmly.
2.
Move the saw head to position the blade close to the end of the log.
3.
Use the blade height scale to determine where to make your first cut
The blade height scale will help you to do this. Set the blade to the desired height with the
up/down crank. Make sure that the blade will clear all side supports and the clamps. Adjust the
outer blade guide to clear the widest section of the log by moving the blade guide arm knob.
4.
Engage the clutch to start the blade spinning.
5.
Start the water lube if necessary to prevent sap buildup on the blade.
6.
Feed the blade into the log slowly
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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!
7.
As you get to the end of the log, slow down the feed rate.
8.
Disengage the clutch when the teeth exit the end of the log; remove the slab that you have just
cut from the log.
