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Wood-mizer Slab-Mizer MB200 User Manual

Wood-mizer Slab-Mizer MB200
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MB200 Operations Manual
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Wood-mizer Slab-Mizer MB200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelMB200
OperationManual
Max Cant Width60 inches
Bed Length20 feet
Blade Width1.5" (38 mm)
Power SourceElectric

Summary

Introduction

About This Manual

Explains the purpose and scope of the operations manual for the Wood-Mizer planer.

Getting Service

Provides contact information and procedures for obtaining customer service and support for the planer.

Wood-Mizer Locations

Lists global headquarters and branches for Wood-Mizer customer support and sales.

Customer and Planer Identification

Details how to identify the planer using model, serial, and revision numbers for proper referencing.

Specifications

Outlines the technical data, capacities, and requirements of the MB200 planer.

MB200 Dimensions

Presents a detailed diagram with all physical measurements of the MB200 planer.

Warranty

Details the limited product warranty terms, conditions, and coverage for the MB200 planer.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists specific components and conditions not covered by the limited warranty.

Warranty Obligations and Disclaimers

Covers warrantor's obligations for defects and disclaims implied warranties.

Purchaser Rights and Design Changes

Outlines purchaser's rights under the warranty and company's right to make design changes.

Warranty Interpretations

Explains how the warranty agreement is interpreted and supersedes prior agreements.

Safety

Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of various symbols and signal words used for safety instructions in the manual.

General Safety Instructions

Provides general safety guidelines for operating and maintaining the planer.

Personal Protective Equipment

Emphasizes the importance of wearing appropriate protective clothing and accessories during operation.

Operational Area Safety

Covers safety precautions for the planer's environment, including cleanliness and hazard avoidance.

Safety Decal Maintenance

Instructs on maintaining the condition and visibility of safety labels on the machine.

Heavy Slab Handling Caution

Warns about the importance of securely clamping heavy slabs before planing.

Electrical Lockout Procedures

Outlines the mandatory lockout procedures for electrical safety during maintenance and servicing.

Lockout Sequence

Details the step-by-step sequence for locking out equipment before maintenance.

Restoring Equipment to Service

Provides steps for safely returning locked-out equipment to normal operating condition.

Multi-Person Lockout Procedure

Explains the specific lockout procedures required when more than one person is involved.

Planer Assembly

Uncrating the Planer

Guides through the process of safely removing the planer from its shipping packaging.

Assemble the Bed Sections

Provides instructions for connecting multiple bed sections to form the main frame of the planer.

Install the Side Rails

Details the process of attaching the side rail strips to the assembled bed sections.

Install the Leg Assembly

Instructs on how to attach the left, right, and center leg assemblies to the planer bed.

Install Head Stops

Guides on positioning and securing the head stops at each end of the bed section.

Install Clamps

Explains how to attach and position the clamps used for securing material to the planer bed.

Leg Adjustment

Describes the method for adjusting the planer legs to ensure the bed section is level.

Install the Gantry

Details the procedure for safely placing and securing the gantry onto the assembled bed section.

Install Head Retainers

Instructs on securing the head retainers to the bed assembly after the gantry is in place.

Install the Feed Chain

Provides steps for connecting and routing the feed chains on both sides of the table and gantry.

Planer Setup

Bed Frame Setup

Guides on preparing a firm, level area and adjusting the bed frame for optimal planer placement.

Electrical Hookup

Details site preparation and contractor requirements for the planer's electrical connection.

Electric Wiring

Specifies electrical codes, fused disconnects, and wiring connections for the planer's power supply.

Vacuum Hose Hookup

Explains how to attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum hose arm using clamps or zip ties.

Sanding Head Installation

Provides instructions for fitting the orbital balance and sanding pad onto the sanding stud.

Planer Operation

Turning on Planer

Details the sequence of switch operations to safely power on the planer unit.

Power Feed Control

Explains how to control the planer's forward and backward movement using the pendant joystick and speed control.

Cross Feed Control

Describes how to operate the planer's side-to-side movement using the pendant joystick.

Head Up & Down Adjustment

Guides on manually adjusting the cutter head height using the hand turning wheel.

Start and Stop Cutter Head

Explains how to activate and deactivate the cutter head using the pendant's motor start and stop buttons.

Manual Operation Mode

Details steps to convert the planer for manual operation of cross feed and power feed.

Sanding Operation

Explains how to perform sanding operations manually or automatically, and adjust sanding pressure.

Maintenance

Rails, Chains, and Rollers

Provides guidance on keeping machine components clean and lubricated for optimal performance.

Cross Feed Rope Maintenance

Covers checking and adjusting the cross feed rope for proper tension and lubrication of cam bearings.

Head Up & Down Threads

Instructs on lubricating the lead screw for smooth operation of the head's vertical movement.

Changing Cutter Knives

Details the procedure for replacing worn cutter inserts and rotating them for fresh edges.

Troubleshooting Guide

Planing Problems and Solutions

Lists common planing issues, their causes, and recommended solutions for the planer.

Planer Alignment

Routine Alignment Procedure

Outlines steps to realign the cutter head for optimal planing and sanding results.

Align Cutter Head Front & Rear

Describes how to adjust set screws to align the cutter head's front and rear positions.

Align Cutter Head Side to Side

Details adjusting cam nuts for proper side-to-side alignment of the cutter head.

Adjusting the Scale

Explains how to measure and adjust the scale's sight line for accurate depth settings.

Adjusting the Dust Head

Guides on adjusting the dust head position relative to the material surface for dust collection.

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