Setup & Operation
Power Feed Operation
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Using the Feed Rate Switch
HINT: To get a straight cut in the first part of the log, feed the blade into the log at a slow speed.
This stops the blade from flexing and dipping up or down. Turn the feed rate switch to a slow speed
until the whole width of the blade has entered the cut. Then use the feed rate switch to increase the
feed rate as desired. Maximum feed rate varies with width and hardness of the wood. Over-feeding
results in motor and blade wear, and also produces a wavy cut.
1. Stop the saw head at the end of the cut by turning the feed rate switch counterclockwise until the
saw head stops moving.
2. Push the STOP button to stop the blade. Remove the board from the top of the log.
CAUTION! Be sure to stop the blade when returning the carriage.
This will not only prevent the blade from being pulled off and ruined
by a wood sliver, but also will increase the life of the blade.
3. Return the saw head to the front of the sawmill by turning the power feed switch down. The power
feed motor will bypass the feed rate switch and the saw head will automatically return at the fastest
speed available. Always disengage the blade before returning the saw head for the next cut.
4. Make sure that the blade does not catch on the end of the log. Raise the saw head slightly to make
sure the blade clears the log when returned. HINT: Try to stop the blade while the heel of the blade
is still on the log. Then bring the saw head back without adjusting the blade up. This lets you keep
the blade at the current height setting so you can make the next blade height adjustment more
quickly.
DANGER! Stay clear of the area between the trailer axle and saw
head. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
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