Wood-mizer LX450 Series - Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs

Setup & Operation
Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs
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2.8 Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs
CAUTION! Before loading a log, make sure that all sawmill bed
assemblies (such as: clamp, side supports, etc.) are adjusted out of
the path of logs being loaded onto the bed. Also be sure the cutting
head is moved far enough forward so the log does not hit it. Failure
to do so may result in machine damage.
To load logs:
1. Move a log up to the loading arms.
2. Roll the log onto the loader so that it is approximately centered with the sawmill bed. The log turner
will operate much easier if the log is centered on the sawmill bed.
3. Raise the loader lever to raise the log onto the sawmill bed. Simply let the loader rise until the log
rolls onto the mill bed.
4. Lower the loading arms. Leave the loading arm about halfway up while squaring the log. This will
stop the log from rolling off the side of the mill.
WARNING! Always leave loading arms halfway up while a log is on
the sawmill bed. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or
death.
NOTE: Logs also may be loaded onto the sawmill with a tractor or other equipment specifically
designed for that purpose.
5. Raise the clamp up to prevent the log from rolling of the bed.
6. Raise the clamp up/down lever.
To Turn Logs:
1. Raise the turner lever to engage the log turner arm. Let the arm rise until it touches the log and
starts to turn it.
2. Spin the log against the side supports until it is turned the way you want it for the first cut. If you
want to turn the log more, do the following steps.
3. Engage the clamp by raising the clamp in/out lever. Clamp the log against the side supports.
4. Lower the turner lever to lower the turner arm below the log.
5. Raise the turner arm to get a new bite on the log.
6. Disengage the clamp.