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  • Page 3 Wood-Mizer ® Safety, Setup, Operation & Maintenance Manual LX50 EH7S rev. A1.00 LX50 G14S rev. A1.00 Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety information and instructions before operating, setting up or maintaining this machine. Form #850 This is the original language...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section-page SECTION 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols..................1-1 Blade Handling..................1-2 Sawmill Setup..................1-2 Sawmill Operation..................1-2 Refueling ....................1-4 Gas Engine Operation................1-4 Sawmill Maintenance ................1-5 Safety Instructions ..................1-6 Observe Safety Instructions Wear Safety Clothing Keep Sawmill and Area Around Sawmill Clean Dispose Of Sawing By-Products Properly Check Sawmill Before Operation Keep Persons Away...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Section-page SECTION 3 SAWMILL OPERATION Safety Instructions ..................3-1 Sawmill Setup..................3-1 Replacing the Blade................3-4 Tensioning the Blade................3-5 Tracking the Blade .................3-6 Horizontal Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel........3-7 Horizontal Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel.......3-7 Vertical Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel........3-8 Vertical Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel........3-11 3.10 Saw Head Adjustment ................3-13...
  • Page 6 Sawmill and Customer Identification Each LX50 sawmill has an identification number including a Revision level. See the chart below for description of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). LX50 Version Main Motor Power Bed Length Basic Model and Supply Voltage LX50 Bed Length Engine Power Basic Model...
  • Page 7 When you pick up your sawmill, you will receive a customer number. Both the sawmill identification number and your customer number expedite our service to you. Please write these numbers below so you have quick, easy access to them. Customer No. Model No.
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  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Always be sure that all safety decals are clean and readable. Replace immediately all damaged safety decals to prevent personal injury or damage to the equipment. Contact Wood-Mizer Customer Service or the Wood-Mizer distributor in your area to order a new decal.

  • Page 10: Blade Handling

    Safety Instructions Blade Handling Blade Handling DANGER! Always disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill motor before changing the blade. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling bandsaw blades. Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, uncoiling, carrying or changing a blade.
  • Page 11 Safety Instructions Sawmill Operation to do so may result in serious injury. WARNING! Always wear eye, ear, respiration and foot protection as well as safety clothing when operating or servicing the machine. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the sawmill.

  • Page 12: Refueling

    Safety Instructions Refueling CAUTION! If the blade breaks during sawmill operation, push the EMERGENCY STOP button to stop the blade engine/motor and wait 10 seconds before you open the blade housing cover. CAUTION! The sawmill’s work-stand should be equipped with a 4 kg or bigger dry powder extinguisher.

  • Page 13: Sawmill Maintenance

    Safety Instructions Sawmill Maintenance eye protection, breathing protection, hand protection and foot protection. IMPORTANT! Always dispose of coolant, oil, fuel, oil filters and fuel filters in a responsible manner and in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. WARNING! Always disconnect the sawmill battery cables before servicing.

  • Page 14: Observe Safety Instructions

    It is always owner's responsibility to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations regarding the ownership and operation of your Wood-Mizer sawmill. All Wood-Mizer owners are encouraged to become thoroughly familiar with these applicable laws and comply with them fully while using the sawmill.

  • Page 15: Wear Safety Clothing

    Safety Instructions Wear Safety Clothing Wear Safety Clothing WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the sawmill. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling bandsaw blades. Changing blades is safest when done by one person! Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, carrying or changing a blade.

  • Page 16: Check Sawmill Before Operation

    Safety Instructions Check Sawmill Before Operation Check Sawmill Before Operation DANGER! Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secured before operating the sawmill. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. Keep Persons Away DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and lumber when operating the sawmill.

  • Page 17: Keep Hands Away

    Safety Instructions Keep Hands Away Keep Hands Away DANGER! Always shut off the blade engine/motor before changing the blade. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. DANGER! Engine components can become very hot during operation. Avoid contact with any part of a hot engine. Contact with hot engine components can cause serious burns.

  • Page 18: Use Proper Maintenance Procedures

    Always be sure that all safety decals placed on the machine are clean and readable. Replace all damaged safety decals to prevent personal injury or damage to the equipment. Contact your local distributor, or call Wood-Mizer Customer Service to order more decals. 1-10...
  • Page 19 Safety Instructions Keep Safety Labels in Good Condition IMPORTANT! When replacing any component having a safety decal affixed, be sure to place an identical safety decal on the new component. See Table 1-1. See the table below for descriptions of the pictographic warning and informational decals placed on the LX50 sawmill.
  • Page 20 Safety Instructions Keep Safety Labels in Good Condition TABLE 1-1 099221 CAUTION! Keep all persons away from work area when operating the machine. 099221 096316 CAUTION! Do not open or close the electric box when the switch is not in the ”0”...
  • Page 21 Safety Instructions Keep Safety Labels in Good Condition TABLE 1-1 S12004G CAUTION! Always wear safety goggles when operating the sawmill! S12005G CAUTION! Always wear protective ear muffs when operating the sawmill! 501465 CAUTION! Always wear safety boots when operating the sawmill! 501467 Lubrication point P11789...

  • Page 22: Belt Sizes

    Safety Instructions Belt Sizes TABLE 1-1 Russian safety certification S20097 Motor rotation direction S20097 P85066 Blade positioning 3-4 mm P85066 Belt Sizes See Table 1-2. Belt sizes for the LX50 sawmill are shown below. Description Belt Size Drive-Side Blade Wheel Belt B69 CARLISLE SUPER II Idle-Side Blade Wheel Belt...

  • Page 23: Blade Sizes

    Blade Sizes 1.10 Blade Sizes See Table 1-3. Wood-Mizer offers three types of blades for all models of sawmills to provide efficient sawing. The engine/motor size of your sawmill and type of wood you saw should determine which blade you choose for optimum performance.

  • Page 24: Noise Level

    Safety Instructions Noise Level DANGER! It is recommended that a 30mA Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) be used. See Table 1-7. See the table below for specifications of the engine used on the LX50G14 sawmills. Engine Manufacturer Model Number Other Data G14 Gas Engine Kohler, USA CH440-3149...

  • Page 25: Overall Dimensions

    Safety Instructions Overall Dimensions 1.14 Overall Dimensions See Figure 1-1. The overall dimensions of the LX50 sawmill are shown below. FIG. 1-1 Safety Instructions doc121019 1-17...

  • Page 26: Components

    Safety Instructions Components See Figure 1-2. See the figure below for the operator’s work-place. FIG. 1-2 1.15 Components See Figure 1-3. The major components of the LX50EH7S sawmill are shown below. Water Tank Log Clamp Saw Head Sawmill Mast Control Box Sawmill Frame Blade Motor FIG.
  • Page 27 Safety Instructions Components See Figure 1-4. See the figure below for the main components of LX50G14S sawmill. Water Tank Sawmill Frame Saw Head Blade Engine Sawmill Mast Log Side Support Log Clamp Sawdust Chute FIG. 1-4 Safety Instructions doc121019 1-19...

  • Page 28: Sawmill Assembly

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Mounting Parts of LX50 sawmill SECTION 2 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Scan to see the assembly video. Mounting Parts of LX50 sawmill 2.1.1 Parts specifications Table 1: Fig. Wood-Mizer Description LX50 LX50 Electric 514996-1 Bed Foot, Com- plete Stud w/Rod, Log...

  • Page 29: Parts Specifications

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Parts specifications Table 1: 516939 Key, A6x6x14 Parallel 519161 Key, A6x6x22 Parallel 532328-1 Bushing, Winch Friction Pad 532329 Washer, Fric- tional 532331-1 Plate, Clamping 531997-1 Crank, LX50 532332 Bushing, Slide 532319-1 Sprocket, LX50 532365 Chain, L=939 73-Link 091625 Link, Master 531988-1 Plate, Support...
  • Page 30 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Parts specifications Table 1: 531989-1 Plate, Main Sup- port 532313-1 Blade Height Scale Assembly 532325 Bushing, Winch Shaft Right 534526 Bushing, Winch Shaft Left 532306 Roller, Winch Guide X100-1273 Plate, Bent X100-1272 Plate, Flat X100-1275 Block, Stop X100-1155 Plate, Flat 014151 15doc121019...

  • Page 31: Specifications Of Fasteners

    F81082-5 Tie Wrap, 4.8x240mm  LX50G/E Bolt Kit 1 kit 1 kit 1 kit 1 kit 2.1.2 Specifications of Fasteners Table 2: Wood-Mizer No Description LX50 LX50 Electric Designations of fasteners: M8 Nut 8.4 Washer M8x20 Bolt Bracket, Scale 530667 F81000-10 BOLT, M5x35 8.8 HEX HEAD...
  • Page 32 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Specifications of Fasteners Table 2: F81032-2 NUT, M8-8-B HEX NYLON ZINC LOCK F81053-1 WASHER, 6.4 FLAT ZINC F81054-1 WASHER, 8.4 FLAT ZINC Sawdust Chute F81000-13 SCREW, M5X10 8.8 CROSS RECESSED PAN HEAD ZINC F81030-2 NUT, M5-8 DIN 985 ZINC-PLATED F81052-1 WASHER, 5.3 FLAT ZINC...
  • Page 33 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Specifications of Fasteners Table 2: F81055-1 WASHER, 10.5 ZINC FLAT Hanger, Power Cord F81087-2 Clip, 1.20/20 Retaining BOLT, M8x25-8.8 HEX HEAD F81002-5 FULL THREAD ZINC F81032-2 NUT, M8-8-B HEX NYLON ZINC LOCK F81054-1 WASHER, 8.4 ZINC FLAT Log Side Support, LX50 F81001-9 BOLT, M6x60-8.8 HEX HEAD FULL THREAD ZINC...

  • Page 34: Tools Necessary For Assembling The Sawmill

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Tools Necessary for Assembling the Sawmill Table 2: Foot, Bed 514997 F81037-1 NUT, M20-8- HEX ZINC F81059-2 WASHER, 21 2.1.3 Tools Necessary for Assembling the Sawmill Table 3: Required tools Flat Wrench #8 1 pcs Flat Wrench #10 2 pcs Flat Wrench #13 2 pcs...
  • Page 35 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Unpacking the Sawmill See figure 2-1. FIG. 2-1 1. Cut the bands holding the components together. 2. Unbolt frame segments from the pallet. Remove all sawmill parts from the pallet and put them on the level surface. WARNING! When removing the saw head, use extreme care and keep all persons at a safe distance.

  • Page 36: Bed Frame Assembly

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Bed Frame Assembly Bed Frame Assembly CAREFULLY! Assemble the sawmill bed on firm, level ground. Fail- ure to do so may cause the saw head to tip, resulting in serious injury or death. 1. Place the track rails on level ground. Attach them to the cross rails using the M10x30 bolts. Repeat it for all bed segments.
  • Page 37 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Bed Frame Assembly See figure 2-5. Clamp, Battery Terminal Connecting Plate FIG. 2-5 NOTE: Before tightening the bolts, be sure the track rails (top and side surfaces) of each bed section are aligned. Repeat the above steps for the remaining bed section connections. Optional bed extension sections may be added at this time, in the same manner as the standard bed sections.

  • Page 38: Log Clamp And Side Support Installation

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Log Clamp and Side Support Installation Log Clamp and Side Support Installation 1. To mount the log clamp, first dismount the mounting bracket on one side of the log clamp rod, insert the log clamp arm onto the rod and side support and reinstall the mounting bracket with M10x20 bolts.

  • Page 39: Stop Blocks Installation

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Stop Blocks Installation Stop Blocks Installation 1. Install the stop blocks at both ends of the bed to prevent the saw head from sliding off the bed. Attach the stop blocks on the outside surfaces of the front and last bed sections. Use M10x30 bolts.

  • Page 40: Bed Leveling

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Bed leveling Bed leveling 1. Use a min. 4-foot (120cm) level (or laser level) to level the bed in all directions. CAUTION! It is important that the bed be level for the saw head to travel smoothly over the rails. See figure 2-9.

  • Page 41: Saw Head Installation

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation Saw Head Installation WARNING! When removing the saw head, use extreme care and keep all persons at a safe distance. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. 1. Before installation of the mast tubes, loosen the mounting bolts located on the mast guide bracket shown below.
  • Page 42 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 2. Insert the upper mast tube into the brackets and tighten them using M10x80 bolts. Connect left and right mast tubes with the upper mast tube before inserting them into guide brackets. See figure below. Upper mast tube Left and right mast tubes 2-15...
  • Page 43 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 3. Insert the fastened tubes into the mast guide brackets. The saw head should be placed vertically and stable on the table. Next, fasten the remaining mast elements using M8x70 (A) and M8x16 (B) bolts, as shown on the figure below. SAWMILL ASSEMBLY 15doc121019 2-16...
  • Page 44 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 4. The saw head should be set at the top position on the mast so that you can easily access the bottom ends of the vertical mast tubes and the holes at half the height of the tubes. Install the head-locking stop pins in these holes on both tubes.
  • Page 45 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 6. Loosen M10x30 roller set. Using lifting equipment, place the saw head with the mast on the sawmill bed. Make sure the track rollers ride smoothly on the track rail. Then position the saw head at the front of the bed to secure it with a locking pin that will prevent accidental saw head movement.
  • Page 46 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 7. Install the electric box to the sawmill mast using the (A) M8x75 bolts. Bolt the electric box plate bracket to the sawmill mast using (B) M8x70 bolts. 8. Adjust the track wiper so that the felt touches the track rail surface and the saw head moves freely on the bed.
  • Page 47 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation To mount up/down system, first insert the plastic bushings into the holes located on up/down brackets. 10. Use (A) M8x25 and (B) M8x70 bolts to install the up/down bracket near the control box. SAWMILL ASSEMBLY 15doc121019 2-20...
  • Page 48 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 11. Slide the large sprocket onto the shaft and tighten the screw. Slide bushings at the other side of the shaft, as shown below. Use M8x50 bolts to fasten the assembly. Mount the left and right lift cable bushings on the shaft.
  • Page 49 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 12. Set the complete shaft in the bracket from the operator’s side and fasten the other end of the shaft to sawmill mast using M8x70 bolts as it is shown below. Install the chain on the dial and put the crank shaft through the hole in the dial. The other end of the chain install on the large sprocket and use the master link to clip the chain together.
  • Page 50 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 13. Thread the end of the lift steel cable from the bottom through the hole in the mast. Lock the cable in place by tightening washer and set screw. Repeat on the other side of the saw head. 14.
  • Page 51 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Saw Head Installation 15. Install the saw head cover latch using two M8x20 bolts. SAWMILL ASSEMBLY 15doc121019 2-24...

  • Page 52: Sawdust Chute Assembly

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Sawdust Chute Assembly Sawdust Chute Assembly 1. Open the saw head cover and fasten the sawdust chute using the (A) M5x12 and (B) M5x10 bolts. See figure 2-12. FIG. 2-12 Water Bottle Installation 1. Install the water bottle tray to the mast cross tube using the M8x70 bolts. Before bolting, place a cable clamp on one of the hex head bolts.
  • Page 53 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Water Bottle Installation 2. Slide the rubber water tube onto the water bottle pipe fitting. Place the other end of the water tube on the fitting located on the blade guide. See figure 2-14. FIG. 2-14 3. Attach the power cord bracket (A) to the mast tube (B). Use bolts to screw them together. See figure 2-15.
  • Page 54 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Water Bottle Installation 4. Install the power cord (A) on the mast using the cable clamps (B). See figure 2-16. FIG. 2-16 2-27 15doc121019 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 55: Blade Height Scale Installation

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Blade Height Scale Installation 2.10 Blade Height Scale Installation 1. Open the saw head cover to install the blade height scale. Use (A) M8x20 bolts to attach blade height scale to the saw head cover. Bolt the scale guide blocks on both edges of the scale using (B) M6x30 bolts.

  • Page 56: Catch Rail Istallation

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Catch Rail Istallation 2.11 Catch Rail Istallation 1. Place the safety catch rails along the sawmill bed and prepare the fasteners (M10x30 bolts, nuts and washers). Set the rails in proper position as shown below. First, bolt the A and B rails to the bed.

  • Page 57: Clutch Lever Installation (Gas Sawmills)

    SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Clutch Lever Installation (Gas Sawmills) 2.12 Clutch Lever Installation (Gas Sawmills) 1. Install the emergency stop button on the control box. See figure 2-17. FIG. 2-17 2. Bolt the clutch cable to the lever. See figure 2-18. FIG. 2-18 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY 15doc121019 2-30...
  • Page 58 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY Clutch Lever Installation (Gas Sawmills) 3. Install the safety switch to the clutch lever bracket using the two screws as shown below. See figure 2-19. FIG. 2-19 4. Install the safety switch to the clutch lever bracket using the four screws as shown below. . See figure 2-20.

  • Page 59: Sawmill Operation

    Sawmill Operation Safety Instructions SECTION 3 SAWMILL OPERATION Safety Instructions DANGER! Make sure that the motor/engine is off before performing any maintenance. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and logs when operating the sawmill or loading and turning logs.
  • Page 60 Sawmill Operation Sawmill Setup must be used and stored under roof or indoors. Gas sawmills must not be used indoors. Such sawmills can be operated outdoors without  a sawdust collection system, but the operator should be positioned downwind. It will prevent the operator from being exposed to sawdust and engine exhaust gases.
  • Page 61 Sawmill Operation Sawmill Setup See Table 3-1. 3-Phase Circuit Breaker Suggested Wire Size Volts 400 VAC 16 A 2.5 mm Maximum length: 15 m TABLE 3-1 IMPORTANT! When starting the machine for the first time, check that main motor rotation direction is as indicated by the arrow located on the motor body.

  • Page 62: Replacing The Blade

    Sawmill Operation Replacing the Blade Replacing the Blade DANGER! Always disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill motor/engine before changing the blade. Disconnect the power supply using the main switch. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling bandsaw blades.

  • Page 63: Tensioning The Blade

    Sawmill Operation Tensioning the Blade Tensioning the Blade See Figure 3-1. A wrench for tensioning the blade is located at the rear of the saw head. Place the wrench on the tensioner screw. Turn the tensioner screw right until the tension indicator is in the middle of the notch indicating the correct tension.

  • Page 64: Tracking The Blade

    Sawmill Operation Tracking the Blade Tracking the Blade After tensioning the blade, check its position on the blade wheels. See Figure 3-2. Position 1 1/4” (32 mm) wide blades on the blade wheels so the blade teeth are 9 -10 mm (±1 mm) out from the edge of the wheel. Make sure the rear edge of the blade is lying flat on the wheels and is no more than 3 mm out from the edges of the blade wheel belts.

  • Page 65: Horizontal Adjustment Of Idle-Side Blade Wheel

    Sawmill Operation Horizontal Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel Horizontal Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel First, adjust the idle-side blade wheel horizontally. To do this, loosen the set nuts on the adjustment bolts and tilt the blade wheel until it is properly aligned. See Figure 3-3.

  • Page 66: Vertical Adjustment Of Drive-Side Blade Wheel

    Sawmill Operation Vertical Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel sure to tighten the nut after adjustment. Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screw FIG. 3-4 Vertical Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel The blade wheels must be square to the sawmill bed and parallel to each other in the vertical and horizontal planes.
  • Page 67 Sawmill Operation Vertical Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel See Figure 3-5. Clip tool to blade FIG. 3-5 2. Move the saw head so the front end of the tool is positioned over the first bed rail. Measure from the bottom of the tool to the top surface of the bed rail. 3.
  • Page 68 Sawmill Operation Vertical Adjustment of Drive-Side Blade Wheel See Figure 3-6. Use the screws shown below to adjust the drive blade wheel vertically. To tilt the wheel down, loosen the top adjustment screw a half turn. Loosen the jam nut on the bottom adjustment screw and tighten the screw.

  • Page 69: Vertical Adjustment Of Idle-Side Blade Wheel

    Sawmill Operation Vertical Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel Vertical Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel 1. Attach the alignment tool to the blade near the idle-side blade guide. 2. Measure from the bottom of the tool to the bed rail at both ends of the tool. If the measurements are not equal (±...
  • Page 70 Sawmill Operation Vertical Adjustment of Idle-Side Blade Wheel See Figure 3-8. The figure below shows the screws for positioning the blade on the blade wheels. FIG. 3-8 3-12 doc121019 Sawmill Operation...

  • Page 71: Saw Head Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Saw Head Adjustment 3.10 Saw Head Adjustment 1. Check that the tensioned blade is parallel to a bed rail. To do this, measure the distance between the blade and the bed rail on both sides of the saw head. If the two measurements are not the same, adjust the saw head in relation to the bed on one or both sides, as necessary.

  • Page 72: Blade Deflection

    Sawmill Operation Blade Deflection 3.11 Blade Deflection Perform the following steps to achieve proper blade deflection with the blade guides: 1. Position the saw head so that the blade is above a bed rail. Measure the actual distance with a tape from the top of the rail to the bottom of the blade.

  • Page 73: Blade Guide Vertical Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Blade Guide Vertical Adjustment 3.12 Blade Guide Vertical Adjustment Check that the blade guides does not tilt the blade up or down. A Blade Guide Alignment Tool is provided to help you measure the vertical tilt of the blade. 1.

  • Page 74: Blade Guide Spacing Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Blade Guide Spacing Adjustment See Figure 3-12. Loosen jam nuts and turn screws to tilt roller up or down SM0070 FIG. 3-12 6. Move the saw head in the cutting direction so the back end of the tool is over the bed rail. Measure the distance between the tool and the bed rail.
  • Page 75 Sawmill Operation Blade Guide Spacing Adjustment See Figure 3-13. Loosen one top and one side set screw 1,5 - 3,0 mm Adjust spacing between roller and blade SM0071a FIG. 3-13 3. Tighten the set screws. 4. Repeat the above adjustment procedure for the other blade guide. NOTE: After adjusting the blade guide spacing, start the blade drive for a moment.

  • Page 76: Blade Guide Horizontal Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Blade Guide Horizontal Adjustment 3.14 Blade Guide Horizontal Adjustment See Figure 3-14. FIG. 3-14 1. Place the Blade Guide Alignment Tool against the face of a blade guide roller and center it on theroller as shown above. 2. Measure between the back edge of the blade and the tool at one end of the tool ("B"). 3.

  • Page 77: Blade Height Scale Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Blade Height Scale Adjustment 3.15 Blade Height Scale Adjustment After the entire sawmill has been aligned and all adjustments made, check that the blade height scale indicates the true distance from the blade to the bed rails. See Figure 3-15. Loosen bracket mounting nuts FIG.

  • Page 78: Engine/Motor Drive Belt Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Engine/Motor Drive Belt Adjustment 1. Move the saw head so the blade is positioned directly above one of the bed rails. Measure from the bottom edge on a down-set tooth of the blade to the top of the bed rail. 2.

  • Page 79: Starting The Engine/Motor

    Sawmill Operation Starting the Engine/Motor See Figure 3-17. Throttle Cable Tensioner Cable FIG. 3-17 3.17 Starting the Engine/Motor See the engine/motor manual supplied with your machine for starting and operating instructions. IMPORTANT! When starting the machine for the first time, check that main motor rotation direction is as indicated by the arrow located on the motor body.

  • Page 80: Loading, Turning And Clamping Logs

    Sawmill Operation Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs 3.18 Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs To load a log: 1. Move the saw head to the front end of the frame. CAUTION! Before loading a log, be sure the saw head is moved far enough forward so the log does not hit it.
  • Page 81 Sawmill Operation Loading, Turning and Clamping Logs See Figure 3-18. FIG. 3-18 3. Make sure the side supports are positioned low enough for the blade to pass over them. If they are not, back the clamp off slightly and push the side supports down until they are positioned below the height of your last cut on a given side of the log.

  • Page 82: Up/Down Operation

    Sawmill Operation Up/Down Operation 3.19 Up/Down Operation 1. Install a blade, if needed, and check for correct blade tension. 2. Using the crank handle, set the saw head to the desired height (the blade height scale shows the height of the blade above bed rails). One full turn of the crank handle moves the saw head 12.21 mm.
  • Page 83 Sawmill Operation Blade Drive Operation For Sawmills with the Electric Motor 1. Clear any loose objects from the area of the blade, motor, and drive belt. 2. Make sure the clamps and side supports are positioned low enough for the blade to pass over them. Make sure the log is clamped securely.

  • Page 84: Gas Engine Operation (G14)

    Sawmill Operation Gas Engine Operation (G14) 3.21 Gas Engine Operation (G14) WARNING! Do not start the engine if the drive belt tensioner handle is ENGAGED. Always be sure the blade is disengaged and all persons are out of the path of the blade before starting the engine. IMPORTANT! Read the engine manual for instructions and safety precautions before operating the engine.
  • Page 85 Sawmill Operation Gas Engine Operation (G14) 5. Warm engine: Disengage the tensioner handle (by moving it away from you). A warm engine usually does not require choke on. 6. Pull the engine starter cord slowly until you feel resistance, then pull the cord quickly to start the engine.

  • Page 86: Feed Operation

    Sawmill Operation Feed Operation Engine Shutoff 1. Disengage the tensioner handle (by moving it away from you) to stop the blade. 2. The engine should run with no load for 15 seconds. Stop the engine by moving the ignition/fuel lever to the ”OFF”...

  • Page 87: Cutting The Log

    Sawmill Operation Cutting the Log 3.23 Cutting the Log The following steps guide you through normal operation of the LX50 sawmill. 1. Once the log is placed where you want it and clamped firmly, position the blade close to the end of the log.

  • Page 88: Edging

    Sawmill Operation Edging 3.24 Edging The following steps guide you through edging boards on the LX50 sawmill. 1. Raise the side supports to 1/2 the height of the boards that need to be edged. 2. Stack these boards on edges against the side supports. 3.

  • Page 89: Stop Bolt Adjustment

    Sawmill Operation Stop Bolt Adjustment Scale The blade height indicator shows how many centimeters the bottom of the blade is above the bed of the sawmill. If you know the height of your blade at each cut, you can determine the thickness of lumber you are sawing.

  • Page 90: Water Lube System

    Sawmill Operation Water Lube System 3.27 Water Lube System The Water Lube System keeps the blade clean during sawing. Water flows from a 5-gallon (18.9 liter) bottle through a hose to the blade guide where the blade enters the log. A valve in the bottle cap controls the amount of water flow.

  • Page 91: Transporting The Sawmill

    Sawmill Operation Transporting the Sawmill 3.28 Transporting the Sawmill The assembled sawmill can be transported in an appropriately equipped pickup truck. 1. Move the saw head to one of the segments equipped with the stop block and secure it in place with the locking pin.

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Sawmill Operation Transporting the Sawmill 3.29 Troubleshooting DANGER! Before performing any service to this machine, turn off the motor/engine and remove the key. Moving sawmill parts can cause serious injury or death. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Blades dull quickly Dirty logs Clean or debark logs, especially on entry side of the cut.
  • Page 93 Sawmill Operation Transporting the Sawmill Height adjustment jumps Lift cable improperly Adjust the lift cable. or stutters when moving up adjusted or down Vertical wear pads are too Adjust pads. tight. Lift cable too loose Replace/adjust lift cable. Lumber is not square Vertical side supports not Adjust side supports.

  • Page 94: Maintenance

    Maintenance Mast Track, Rollers and Wipers SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before removing any cover or guard, always turn off the motor/engine and wait until all parts have stopped moving. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Maintenance Performed as Needed Mast Track, Rollers and Wipers Properly maintaining the mast track surfaces and the track rollers is critical in preventing corrosion that...
  • Page 95 Maintenance Mast Track, Rollers and Wipers See Figure 4-2. Mast Track Surface FIG. 4-2 Maintenance doc121019...

  • Page 96: General Maintenance

    Maintenance Every 8 Hours of Sawmill Operation General Maintenance Every 8 Hours of Sawmill Operation Check the engine oil level. (See the Engine Manual.)  Clean the track rollers, mast carriages and track wipers.  After you have finished using the sawmill, lower the saw head all the way down so that the saw ...

  • Page 97: Motor/Engine Maintenance

    Maintenance Motor/Engine Maintenance Lubricate lift cables FIG. 4-2 Motor/Engine Maintenance Refer to the motor/engine manufacturer’s manual for maintenance intervals and procedures regarding the motor/engine. Maintenance doc121019...
  • Page 98 WOOD-MIZER LT15WCSC/LX100/LX450 MAINTENANCE LOG (Check Engine And Option Manuals For Additional Maintenance Procedures) PROCEDURE MANUAL REF- TOTAL HOURS OF OPERATION ERENCE FILL IN THE DATE AND THE MACHINE HOURS AS YOU PERFORM EACH PROCEDURE. A SHADED BOX INDICATES MAINTENANCE IS NOT NEEDED AT THIS TIME.
  • Page 99 WOOD-MIZER LT15WCSC/LX100/LX450 MAINTENANCE LOG (Check Engine And Option Manuals For Additional Maintenance Procedures) PROCEDURE MANUAL REF- TOTAL HOURS OF OPERATION ERENCE FILL IN THE DATE AND THE MACHINE HOURS AS YOU PERFORM EACH PROCEDURE. A SHADED BOX INDICATES MAINTENANCE IS NOT NEEDED AT THIS TIME.
  • Page 100 WOOD-MIZER LT15WCSC/LX100/LX450 MAINTENANCE LOG (Check Engine And Option Manuals For Additional Maintenance Procedures) PROCEDURE MANUAL REF- TOTAL HOURS OF OPERATION ERENCE FILL IN THE DATE AND THE MACHINE HOURS AS YOU PERFORM EACH PROCEDURE. A SHADED BOX INDICATES MAINTENANCE IS NOT NEEDED AT THIS TIME.
  • Page 101 EC declaration of conformity according to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II, 1.A Manufacturer: Wood-Mizer Industries Sp. z o. o. 114 Nagórna; 62-600 Koło, Poland Tel. +48 63 26 26 000 This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

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