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Wood-mizer LT40 User Manual

Wood-mizer LT40
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Wood-Mizer
®
Sawmill
Safety, Setup, Operation
& Maintenance Manual
LT30 / LT30 Super rev. F4 - F6.01
LT40 / LT40 Super rev. F5 - F7.01
Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety
information and instructions before operating, setting up or
maintaining this machine.
October 2004
Form #686

Table of Contents

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Wood-mizer LT40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Max Log Diameter36 inches
Blade Length158 inches
Blade Width1.25 inches
Max Width of Cut28" (71 cm)
Engine OptionsGasoline or Diesel
Hydraulic SystemOptional
Blade Size1.25 inches wide, 0.042 inches thick
WeightVaries by configuration

Summary

Wood-Mizer Sawmill Safety, Setup, Operation & Maintenance Manual

SECTION 1 SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION

Blade Handling

Safety precautions for handling bandsaw blades.

Sawmill Setup

Instructions and warnings for setting up the sawmill.

Sawmill Operation

Safety guidelines and procedures for operating the sawmill.

Electric Sawmill

Electrical safety checks and maintenance procedures.

Belt Sizes

Lists belt sizes and part numbers for LT30/LT40 sawmills.

Blade Sizes

Recommended blade types and dimensions for various wood sawing.

Cutting Capacity

Log size capacities and performance rates for LT30/LT40 sawmills.

Engine/Motor Specifications

Details engine and motor options available for the sawmills.

Overall Dimensions

Lists overall dimensions and weights for LT30/LT40 models.

Components

Identifies major components of the LT30, LT40, LT30 Super, and LT40 Super.

SECTION 2 SETUP & OPERATION

Stationary Sawmill Setup

Instructions for setting up the sawmill on a stationary base.

Portable Sawmill Setup

Instructions and warnings for setting up the portable sawmill.

Replacing The Blade

Step-by-step guide for safely replacing the bandsaw blade.

Tensioning The Blade

Procedure for correctly tensioning the bandsaw blade using the gauge.

Tracking The Blade

How to adjust the blade to ensure it tracks correctly on the wheels.

Starting The Engine (or Motor)

Safety precautions and steps for starting the sawmill's engine or motor.

Loading, Turning, And Clamping Logs

Procedures for safely loading, turning, and clamping logs on the sawmill bed.

Up/Down Operation

How to operate the up/down controls for the cutting head.

Blade Guide Arm Operation

Adjusting the blade guide arm for optimal cutting performance.

Clutch/Brake Operation

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the clutch and brake system.

Power Feed Operation

How to use the power feed system for carriage movement and speed control.

Cutting The Log

Step-by-step guide for cutting logs with the sawmill.

Edging

Process for edging boards on the Wood-Mizer sawmill.

Blade Height Sight Gauge

How to use the sight gauge for setting blade height.

Blade Height Scale

Description of the blade height scale and its components.

Water Lube Operation

How to operate the water lube system for blade cleaning.

Preparing The Sawmill For Towing

Steps to prepare the sawmill for safe transportation.

SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE

Wear Life

Estimated life expectancy of common replacement parts.

Blade Guides

Maintenance procedures for blade guide rollers, including lubrication and checks.

Blade Housing

Cleaning and adjustment procedures for the blade housing.

Carriage Track, Wiper & Scrapers

Cleaning and lubrication of carriage track, wipers, and scrapers.

Vertical Mast Rails

Cleaning and lubrication of vertical mast rails to prevent rust.

Drum Switches

Lubrication procedure for up/down and power feed drum switch contacts.

Miscellaneous Lubrication

Lubrication tasks for blade guide arms, side supports, and chains.

Blade Tensioner

Lubrication of the blade tensioner system components.

Blade Wheel Belts

Procedures for checking and maintaining blade wheel belts.

Brake Strap Adjustment

How to check and adjust the brake strap for proper stopping.

Drive Bearing

Refilling fluid in the drive-side cylinder bearing housing.

Up/Down System

Maintenance for the up/down gear reducer shaft bearing and chain.

Power Feed

Adjusting the power feed belt and chain tension.

Miscellaneous Maintenance

Checking mill alignment and safety warning decals.

SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Sawing Problems

Common sawing issues and their solutions.

Electrical Problems

Troubleshooting common electrical issues with the sawmill.

Power Feed Problems

Solutions for problems related to the power feed system.

Power Feed Circuit Troubleshooting

Using LED lights on the circuit board to diagnose feed problems.

Engine/Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment

Steps to align engine/motor and drive pulleys for proper operation.

SECTION 5 SAWMILL ALIGNMENT

Pre-Alignment Procedures

Initial steps and overview for aligning the entire sawmill.

Frame Setup

Procedures for setting up the sawmill frame for alignment.

Blade Installation And Alignment

Steps for installing and aligning the sawmill blade.

Saw Head Slide Pad Adjustment

Adjusting the nylon slide pads on the saw head.

Adjusting The Lower Track Rollers

How to adjust the lower track rollers for accurate cuts.

Adjusting Bed Rails To The Blade

Adjusting bed rails to ensure they are parallel to the blade.

Blade Guide Arm Vertical Adjustment

Adjusting the vertical tilt of the blade guide arm.

Blade Guide Arm Horizontal Adjustment

Adjusting the horizontal position of the blade guide arm.

Aligning The Blade Guides

Steps to align the blade guide assemblies for a straight cut.

Blade Deflection

How to achieve proper blade deflection using the blade guides.

Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Adjustment

Ensuring the blade guide does not tilt the blade up or down.

Blade Guide Spacing

Adjusting the spacing of the blade guide flanges from the blade.

Horizontal Tilt Adjustment

Adjusting the horizontal tilt of the blade guide rollers.

Horizontal Adjustment Of Side Supports

Horizontally adjusting side supports for square cuts.

Vertical Adjustment Of Side Supports

Vertically adjusting side supports to be perpendicular to bed rails.

Clamp Stop Adjustment

Adjusting the clamp stop to touch a reference string.

Sight Gauge Adjustment

Calibrating the sight gauge to accurately show blade position.

Saw Head Tilt

Compensating for saw head drop when cutting wide logs.

Blade Height Scale Adjustment

Adjusting the blade height scale for accurate readings.

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