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OSCAR 121 & OSCAR 328 SAWMILL OWNERS MANUAL
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  • Page 1 Y O U D O . OSCAR 121 & OSCAR 328 SAWMILL OWNERS MANUAL 8 0 0 . 7 6 5 . S A W S • W W W . H U D - S O N . C O M...
  • Page 2 2 ......A note from Hud-Son 3 .
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Purchaser Agreement By accepting the delivery of your sawmill by Hud-Son Forest Equipment you agree that you will not modify your mill from it’s original assembly. This will VOID any warranty from Hud-Son Forest Equipment. Please fill out the information for quick reference:...

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines

    Please use good judgement and keep safety in mind when operating Hud-Son machinery. Please read and follow ALL the instructions in this manual before operating the Hud-Son Mill safely at all times. These instructions were produced for your benefit. Your ability to understand and follow the instructions is essential for the safe operation of this prod- uct.
  • Page 5 Hud-Son Forest Equipment is not liable for damage to property or personal injury due to the failure of any person and/or operator to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations contained in other literature issued by other vendor manuals in the owner's kit.

  • Page 6: Unpacking Unit

    2 - Move unit to operator's site, lower unit and remove unit from forks. Before operating the Hud-Son Saw Mill the following procedures need to be performed: 1 - Check oil and fuel levels in the lube tank. Use regular windshield...
  • Page 7 Steps for Setting-Up the Hud-Son Saw Mill A. Machine Set-Up (ground track unit) a) For best results and easier set-up, the mill location should be level and free of obstructions. b) A level cement pad is the best option, but square timbers also work well. You will need to support the track at each joint and under each cross member.
  • Page 8 e) To saw a board accurately, the track needs to be straight and flat. To obtain this, use a string tied tight from end to end or a level. If the track/trailer has a crown or dip, you will not be able to saw a straight board. Correct Track Incorrect Dipped Track...

  • Page 9: Setup And Operation

    smoothly along the track. If the head "thumps" when it passes over the track joint, check to make sure the tracks are level. Re-level the track and try rolling the head again. Also be sure to watch the track as you roll the head, if the track moves, you will need to sup- port the track in that area.
  • Page 10 This will cause the blade to fall off the wheel. Always remember to de-tension your blade when you are done sawing for the day. a) a) To tension or loosen the blade, see figure below. b) Turn the adjusting bolt or stud, clockwise until 30-35 pounds of torque is achieved. The recommended tool for this is a torque wrench.
  • Page 11 By debarking and cleaning your log it will extend the life of your blade. a) Adjust the Hud-Son guides so that they are slightly (no more than 2 inches) wider than the maximum width of the log.
  • Page 12 k) Once again, increase the engine throttle to start the blade, and saw another slab. You will repeat step (I) until your log is squared into a cant. You may now saw your dimensional lumber. l) Steps (I-K) may not be applicable if a cant is not desired. Place flat side, flush against squaring pin to Adjustable dog, set at an angle so that log can be ensure a square cant.
  • Page 13 De-tension the band blade after each day of cutting. e) Never operate the mill without the guards in place. The Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc sawmill comes with a band blade and we have an excellent re-sharpening program for your band blade.
  • Page 14 Make sure that all nuts and bolts are tightened firmly. N. Using the Lumber Scale a) All Hud-Son sawmills are equipped with a Lumber Scale. The scale is used to make the dimensioning process simple. The scale incorporates 4 separate scales with the blade kerf factored in for each increment.

  • Page 15: Care And Maintenance

    = 1” Lumber Care and Maintenance Hud-Son Saw Mills require a certain amount of care and maintenance, so that it may continue to perform at its best. If you are not confident in your ability to perform the maintenance that is required, please look into having a professional come in and per-...
  • Page 16 Cleaning your Saw Mill  Using an air hose, blow off all loose debris that builds around the unit.  Use extreme caution when cleaning the mechanism.  Never use flammable or combustible materials to clean the mill.  Be in a well ventilated area. Always wear protective equipment to prevent injury.

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule Chart

    Make sure all nut are tightened. Check to see any damage that may need to be repaired before and further damage occurs. Routinely checking the equipment and proper maintenance will help in keeping the Hud-Son Saw Mill running to the best of its ability.
  • Page 18 1 Year Oscar 121/328, Oscar 230/236, Cable Lift Kit Assembly Oscar 52, 1 Year Farm Boss/H360 Oscar 121/328 - WM 132, (132”x.035x1- Breakage & 1/4”)Oscar 230 - WM 160, (160”x.035x1-1/4”) Re-sharpening - Oscar 236/FB/H360 - WM 167, (167”x.042x1- Band Blade 1/4”)Farm Boss w/25”...
  • Page 19 1 Year - call your servicing Pulley for Lift Cable 976-004 - Cable - Pulley Hud-Son Dealer. Lift Cable Cable O18-003 - Oscar 121 - 2 Years - call your servicing Cheater Cheater O228 - 003 - Oscar 328 - Hud-Son Dealer.
  • Page 20 Hud-Son Dealer/Distributor for repair. If the Dealer/Distributor is not qualified to make the repairs, then the equipment must be returned to Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc at the cus- tomer's expense.

  • Page 21: Transport Instructions

    Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc staff and/or Dealer/Distributor staff. 6 - Any modification to the band mill that is performed by any personnel other than Hud- Son Forest Equipment, Inc direct staff voids the warranty.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting Problem Cause Solution Sharpen or Replace Blade Saw at Full Throttle Check Torque on Tensioning Bolt Dull Blade (Perform “Flutter” Test) RPM’s Not High Enough Use Lubricant on Blade Blade is Diving/Rising Blade Not Tensioned Properly PETROLEUM PRODUCTS, MINERAL OIL OR VEGETABLE OIL SHOULD NOT BE Sawing Soft Pitch Wood USED ON OUR MILLS...
  • Page 23 Oscar 121 Mill Assembly...
  • Page 24 Oscar 121 Mill Parts List Oscar 121 Item No. Part No. Description KEYWAY 10542-02299 1/4" X 1/4" X 2" 17155 HCS 7/16 - 20 X 1 Z5 1133624 SPLIT L/W 5/16" Z 110120300 HCS 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 Z5 11343-00644 NY 1/2 X 1 1/4 X .062...
  • Page 25 F1406 TANK STRAP 3" FLAT BELT IDLER FA3002SB0002 W/BUSHING O18,O228--004-01 GUIDE SLIDE BAR PILLOW BLOCK KEY O18,O228-004-04 SHAFT 18/228 GUARD O18,O228-006 ASSEMBLY O18-001 OSCAR 121 CAGE ASSEMBLY OSCAR 121 HEAD O18-002 ASSEMBLY UCP208-24-Q PILLOW BLOCK 132" BAND BLADE: WM132 18/228...
  • Page 26 Oscar 121 Cage Assembly Oscar 121 Cage Parts List O18-001 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 33078 SAE F/W 1/4 Z 1133006 F/W USS 5/16 Z 1133620 SPLIT 5/16 L/W Z 1136304 FHN 5/16 - 18 Z5 1136306 3/8 - 16 FHN Z5...

  • Page 27: Head Assembly

    Head Assembly Oscar 121 Part No. D/13 Ruler 24” Scale Inch ruler not shown O18-002 Head Parts List Oscar 121 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 12105 HCS 3/8 - 16 X 1 P5 33086 SAE F/W 1/2" Z 36305...
  • Page 28 Track Assembly Oscar 121 Track Parts List Oscar 121 O18-005 Item No. Part Number Description Qty. 1136302 FHN 1/2 - 20 Z5 1136310 FHN 1/2 - 13 Z5 110120304 HCS 1/4 - 20 X 1 Z5 110120380 HCS 1/2 - 13 X 1 1/2 Z5...
  • Page 29 Trailer Assembly Oscar 121 O18-006 Trailer Parts List Oscar 121 Item No. Part No. Description 0091060 COUPLER 1133012 USS 1/2 F/W Z 1136310 FHN 1/2 - 13 Z5 110120384 HCS 1/2 - 13 X 2 1/2 Z5 3S140 TRAILER TIRE 4-150-02-00 4 1/2”...
  • Page 30 Oscar 328 Mill Assembly...
  • Page 31 Trailer Parts List Oscar 328 OSCAR 328 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 10542-02299 KEYWAY 1/4" X 1/4" X 2" 17155 HCS 7/16 - 20 X 1 Z5 1133624 SPLIT L/W 5/16" Z 110120300 HCS 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 Z5 11343-00644 NY 1/2 X 1 1/4 X .062 12057...
  • Page 32 DH-1007 LUBE HOSE BRACKET SHEAVE ASSEMBLY DH-1078 W/BELTING DH-1098 GUIDE PIN ASSEMBLY DH-1099 SHEAVE W/RED PAINT 18/228 CENTER GUARD DH-2523 "HUD-SON" F1406 TANK STRAP 3" FLAT BELT IDLER FA3002SB0002 W/BUSHING O18,O228--004-01 GUIDE SLIDE BAR PILLOW BLOCK KEY O18,O228-004-04 SHAFT 18/228 GUARD ASSEM-...
  • Page 33 Oscar 328 Cage Assembly Cage Parts List Oscar 328 O228-001 Item No Part No Description 1133006 F/W USS 5/16 Z 1133620 SPLIT 5/16 L/W Z 1136304 FHN 5/16 - 18 Z5 1136306 3/8 - 16 FHN Z5 1136316 3/4 - 10 FHN Z5 110120325 HCS 5/16 - 18 X 1 14 Z5 110120344...
  • Page 34 Oscar 328 Head Assembly Part No. D/13 - Ruler 24” Scale Inch ruler not shown Head Parts List Oscar 328 O228-002 Item No Part No Description 33086 SAE F/W 1/2" Z 36305 FHN 3/8 - 16 P5 144583 TAP BOLT - GR 1/2 - 13 X 4.5" 1136310 FHN 1/2 - 13 Z5 110120344...
  • Page 35 Track Assembly Oscar 328 Track Parts List Oscar 328 O228-003A Item Part No. Description Qty. 1136302 FHN 1/4 - 20 Z5 1136310 FHN 1/2 - 13 Z5 110120304 HCS 1/4 - 20 X 1 Z5 110120380 HCS 1/2 - 13 X 1 1/2 Z5 976-027 SMALL LOG DOG DH-0939...

  • Page 36: Track Assembly

    Trailer Assembly Oscar 328 Trailer Parts List Oscar 328 O228-004 Item No. Part No. Description 0091060- Coupler COUPLER 1133012 USS 1/2 F/W Z 1136310 FHN 1/2 - 13 Z5 110120384 HCS 1/2 - 13 X 2 1/2 Z5 3S140 TRAILER TIRE 4-150-02-00 4 1/2"...
  • Page 37 Guide Assembly Parts List 976-001-R Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 6200-2RS 6200-2RS BEARING 976-001-SW SMALL WASHER 976-001-01 GUIDE MAIN BODY 976-001-02 GUIDE BRACKET 976-001-03 SHORT GUIDE BRACKET 976-001-04 O18-001-04 976-001-06 GUIDE WASHER 976-001-AB GUIDE - ALAN BOLT 976-001-B GUIDE BOLT 976-001-BOLT-1 BOLT 976-001-LN...
  • Page 38 Site Glass Assembly Parts List DH-1006 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 38655 HCS 10MM - 1.5 X 25 8.8 Z 90702 M10 - 1.5 FLANGE NUT ZP 1137406 LK 8 - 2 SS-0029 SIGHT GLASS BRACKET UG-001 SITE GLASS Small Dog Small Log Dog Parts List 976-027...
  • Page 39 Sheave Assembly Parts List w/Belting for Oscar 121 & 328 DH-1078 Item No Part No Description 16” Sheave 1B160SK w/Red Paint 4999410 Belting Crown Top Q Bushing for SKS 1.5 Sheaves SKS 1.5-B Bolt Not Applicable Lock Washer Clutch Breakdown Parts List for Oscar 121 &...
  • Page 40 Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc. 8201 State Rt. 12, PO Box 345 Barneveld, NY 13304 Fax: 315.896.2627 • e-mail: info@hud-son.com We have an onsite technician available to answer any questions Monday - Friday 8 to 4:30 and Saturday from 8 to noon. 315-896-7297.

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