
Sawmill Operation
Manual Power Feed
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Sawmill Operation
MAST FEED RATE
The mast feed rate switch controls the speed at which the mast travels forward. Turn the
switch clockwise to increase speed. Turn it counterclockwise to reduce speed.
USING THE POWER FEED
1.
Use the forward/reverse drum switch and the feed rate switch to position the sawhead for
the cut.
2.
Engage the clutch to start the blade.
3.
Set the feed rate relative to the size and material you are cutting. If not known, set at the
slowest rate.
HINT:
To get a straight cut in the first part of the board, feed the blade
into the log at a slow speed. Turn the mast feed rate 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 mast 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 move forward.
5.
Stop the mast at the end of the cut by raising (unlocking) the feed handle, or by turning
the mast feed rate switch counterclockwise until the mast stops moving.
6.
Disengage the blade by setting the clutch handle up. The engine will drop to idle.
7.
Remove the board from the top of the log.
CAUTION!
Be sure to stop the blade when returning the mast. This will
not only prevent the blade from being pulled off and ruined by a wood
sliver, but also will increase the life of the blade.
8.
Raise the mast slightly to ensure the blade clears the log when returned.
9.
Return the mast to the front of the mill by pushing the forward/reverse drum switch back.
NOTICE:
The power feed motor will bypass the mast feed rate switch
and the mast will automatically return at the fastest speed available.
DANGER!
Stay clear of the area between the trailer axle and saw
mast. Failure to follow this will result in death or serious injury.