Wood-mizer KD150 Series - Drying Tips

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• Fresh cut lumber drys better and is less likely to be
damaged during the drying process. Try to get it in
the kiln as soon as possible.
• If you can’t dry your lumber immediately after its
been cut make sure that it is stacked, stickered and
stored in a clean, dry place. Monitor it until it is ready
to be put in the kiln as its moisture content will
change during this time.
• Carefully plan your drying schedules for every
batch of lumber and follow through with them, only
making alterations when necessary. Neglecting an
eective schedule can ruin product and cost you
money.
• Air owing through the lumber will be removing
the moisture. Make sure you take the time to
properly sticker and stack your lumber in the kiln.
Better airow will result in better drying.
• Use baes and deectors to control airow inside
the kiln when drying, it will be more ecient and
result in more evenly dried lumber.
• Keep detailed records of every batch. If necessary
you can use them as a reference when making
improvements in scheduling or correcting mistakes.
• Make sure that an operator is always available
when drying so that any necessary adjustments can
be made as soon as possible. This will reduce the
chance of any major issues during the process.
• Always double check your numbers at the end of a
schedule to make sure that you have achieved your
desired result.
• Once a batch of lumber is dried keep it in a clean,
dry location, away from the elements. Ideally kept
inside and o the ground.
• Always stay up to date with the latest information
on lumber drying. Attend trainings and seminars
whenever possible and keep in contact with your
local forestry oces
• Every detail is important when drying lumber. Make
sure that you are following operation and safety
guidelines. Cutting corners can ruin your product,
damage your unit, or even cause injury.
• If you are unsure about any aspect of operation or
if something seems to be working incorrectly please
contact Wood-Mizer as soon as possible. Do not
continue operation, attempt any adjustment or
repair to a unit with out consulting a licensed
professional.
Drying Tips
Wood-Mizer
KD150 12/22/17