Wood-mizer LX25 - Cutting The Log

Sawmill Operation
Feed Operation
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4-6 LX25 8/25/21 Sawmill Operation
 Cold engine: Close the engine choke by moving the choke lever to the ”ON” position. Disengage the tensioner
handle (by moving it away from you).
 Warm engine: Disengage the tensioner handle (by moving it
away from you). A warm engine usually does not require choke
on.
5. Pull the engine starter cord slowly until you feel resistance, then pull the
cord quickly to start the engine.
 Cold engine: When the engine starts, slowly open the choke all
the way by moving the choke lever to the “OFF” position.
6. Engage the clutch handle by pulling the lever toward the push handle tube
shown in Fig.4-15
NOTE: Let the engine idle for about 1-3 minutes
(depending on ambient temperature) to warm up
before starting the sawing operation.
ENGINE SHUTOFF
1. Disengage the tensioner handle (by moving it away from you) to stop the
blade.
2. The engine should run with no load for 15 seconds. Stop the engine by mov-
ing the ignition/fuel lever to the ”OFF” position.
When stopping the engine, reduce the load slowly. Do
not stop the engine suddenly as it may cause the tem-
perature to raise abnormally.
4.7 Feed Operation
The feed operation is performed by pushing the sawhead manually at as steady a speed as manageable. Ensure the sawhead
will not hit any bed components while in motion.
1. Feed the blade into the log at a slow speed to decrease the blade from flexing and dipping up or down.
2. Use a slow speed until the whole width of the blade has entered the cut.
3. Increase the feed rate: feed rates vary with width and hardness of the wood.
NOTE: Over-feeding results in blade and drive belt wear, and also produces a wavy
cut.
Stop the blade when returning the sawhead to prevent the blade from being pulled off and to increase
the life of the blade.
4.8 Cutting The Log
1. Position the log and clamp firmly.
2. Move the sawhead 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.
a. Set the blade to the desired height with the lift crank.
b. Ensure that the blade will clear all side supports and the clamps.
c. 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.
7. When the teeth exit the end of the log, disengage the clutch and remove the cut slab.
TDLX25-07
Lever
FIG. 4-15
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