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Wood-mizer LX450 Series User Manual

Wood-mizer LX450 Series
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Wood-mizer LX450 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWood-mizer
ModelLX450 Series
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Service and Contact Information

General Contact Information

Provides details on how to obtain service and support from Wood-Mizer.

Branches & Authorized Sales Centers

Lists global locations of Wood-Mizer branches and authorized sales centers.

Sawmill and Customer Identification

Explains the VIN and model revision number system for sawmills.

SECTION 1 SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION

Safety Symbols

Explains hazard symbols used throughout the manual for personal safety.

Blade Handling and Safety

Covers safe practices for handling blades and general operational safety.

Sawmill Setup and Operation Safety

Details safety precautions for setting up and operating the sawmill.

Sawmill Maintenance Safety

Highlights safety measures to be taken during sawmill maintenance procedures.

General Safety Instructions

Provides essential safety guidelines, warnings, and legal compliance information.

Component Specifications (Belts, Blades, Motors)

Information on belt sizes, blade types, and motor specifications for the sawmill.

Operational Specifications (Cutting Capacity, Noise, Dust Extraction)

Details cutting limits, noise levels, and sawdust extractor capabilities.

Overall Dimensions and Components

Provides physical dimensions and an overview of the sawmill's major components.

SECTION 2 SETUP & OPERATION

Sawmill Setup Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for properly setting up the sawmill on a firm foundation.

Cable Guide Setup

Instructions for installing and setting up the cable guide system for the sawmill.

Blade Installation and Adjustment

Covers replacing, tensioning, and tracking the saw blade for optimal performance.

Motor and System Startup

Procedures for safely starting the sawmill's main motor and associated systems.

Hydraulic and Log Handling Controls

Explains the operation of hydraulic controls for log clamping, turning, and loading.

Saw Head Vertical Movement

Covers up/down operation and blade guide arm adjustment.

Power Feed and Cutting Procedures

Details on using the power feed system and performing log cutting.

Edging and Blade Drive Operation

Instructions for edging boards and operating the blade drive system.

Blade Height Scale and Water Lube

Guide on using the blade height scale and operating the water lube system.

Transporting and Optional Equipment

Information on transporting the sawmill and installing optional accessories.

SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE

Wear Life and Basic Cleaning

Discusses estimated part life and essential cleaning procedures like sawdust removal.

Component Maintenance (Tracks, Rails, Switches, Tensioners)

Covers maintenance for saw head tracks, mast rails, drum switches, and blade tensioners.

Drive System and Miscellaneous Maintenance

Maintenance for belts, feed systems, and general upkeep tasks.

Safety Devices Inspection

Procedures for inspecting critical safety devices before operation.

SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Sawing Problems and Solutions

Identifies common sawing issues and provides solutions for them.

SECTION 5 SAWMILL ALIGNMENT

Pre-Alignment and Frame Setup

Initial steps for aligning the sawmill, including frame setup and blade installation.

Blade Wheel Alignment

Detailed instructions for aligning the blade wheels for proper tracking.

Saw Head and Guide Alignment

Covers adjustment of slide pads, saw head, bed rails, and blade guide arms.

Blade Guide Calibration

Procedures for aligning blade guides including deflection, tilt, spacing, and disc adjustments.

Side Support and Clamp Adjustments

Instructions for aligning manual side supports and adjusting clamp stops.

Scale and Bumper Adjustments

Covers calibration of the blade height scale and adjustment of the board removal bumper.

SECTION 6 MOTOR BRAKE

Motor Brake Maintenance Procedures

Guidelines for inspecting and maintaining the motor brake system.

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