Read this manual thoroughly before operating the machine. Oliver Machinery disclaims any liability for machines that have been altered or abused. Oliver Machinery reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.
WARNING Read this manual completely and observe all warning labels on the machine. Oliver Machinery has made every attempt to provide a safe, reliable, easy-to-use piece of machinery. Safety, however, is ultimately the responsibility of the individual machine operator. As with any piece of machinery, the operator must exercise caution, patience, and common sense to safely run the machine.
15. Misuse: Do not use this Oliver ripsaw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Oliver disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury or damage which may result from that use.
220V. If you need to switch from 220V to 440V have a certified electrician make the changes. Oliver Machinery recommends using a dedicated circuit. Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the machine.
Fence Assembly and Installation of the Fence 1. Remove the fence and fence hand wheel from the shipping pallet. 2. Unbolt the fence rail from the rip saw. The fence rail is secured on either side with a hex bolt. 3.
Saw Blade ! WARNING Disconnect power to the machine before performing any maintenance. Choosing the Correct Saw Blade Choose the correct saw blade according to the species of wood as well as it’s dimension. Note: Always use a sharp saw blade. A sharp blade not only gives a better cut it lessens load on the saw arbor thereby prolonging bearing life.
Setting the Saw blade Height 1. For proper operation the height of the saw blade must be below the conveyor chain but no more than 1/16” (Figure 8). This will in effect allow the blade to cut into the rubber chain insert. This is normal.
Chain Oiler The Oliver Model 4910 rip Saw is equipped with an automatic conveyor chain oiler. The correct operation and maintenance of this oiler critical machine operation. Inadequate lubrication will result in worn chain guides, blocks, and pins. A worn conveyor will not give a straight cut.
Operation Proper Position of Operator ! WARNING Never stand directly in line with the saw blade when feeding material. Failure to do so may bring injury to the operator. Although the machine is equipped with two rows of anti-kickback fingers this does not eliminate the danger of material kickback.
Feed Rate The feed rate is determined by the thickness of material being run as well as the species. Also consideration as to the moisture content should be taken. Heavy green lumber should be run slower than dry lumber. 1. To change feed speed, open access door at rear of machine.
Troubleshooting Description of Symptoms Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. Fuse blown or circuit breaker 1. Replace fuse or reset circuit tripped breaker 2. Cord Damaged 2. Have cord replaced 3. Faulty switch 3. Replace switch Machine will not start 4. Not connected to power 4.
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