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- Page 1 USER MANUAL Log Lock Easy Clamp Fixture Lumberjack Tools Inc. MODELS: PO Box 730 Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Log Lock : LL1545 www.lumberjacktools.com Email: info@lumberjacktools.com Phone: 715-720-4719 Rev: 05/16...
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Page 2: About Your Product
Once properly secured and set up, the Log Lock will hold logs and other timbers in place with ease. The newly designed ladder feature and fast release allows the top securing plate to be quickly adjusted to different timber diameters. - Page 3 STOP immediately. Lumberjack Tools assumes no responsibility for injury caused to the operator, bystander, or tools used in conjunction with the use or misuse of our Log Lock fixture. NEVER OPERATE POWER TOOLS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF...
- Page 4 Assembly Parts Included: Note: Images not to scale ● 1/2” x 6” Carriage Bolt ● 1/2” Jam Nut ● Fixture Top 1A ● 1/2” Washer ● Fixture Bottom 1B (QTY:2) ● 1/2” Spring ● Fixture Ladder 1C ● 3/8” x 1” Bolt (QTY:2) ●...
- Page 5 Fixture Assembly Build your Log Lock from “the ground up”. DO NOT screw down the fixture base until all parts are assembled. Parts Needed: ● Fixture bottom ● Fixture ladder ● 3/8” x 1” bolts ● 3/8” nuts ● 3/8” washers ●...
- Page 6 Assembly Cont. ● Slide the 1/2” x 6” bolt through the slot in the bottom plate - Slide a 1/2” washer down the bolt followed by the spring and 1/2” nut - Tighten the nut until it begins to compress the spring - DO NOT fully compress the spring - Add the second washer and screw handle to the top...
- Page 7 Using the Log Lock During work if you notice the log start to wobble or looks like it may spin loose your current actions. ● Make sure the fixture is tight on the log ● Reposition the log so that it is more stable ●...
- Page 8 How to NOT use the Log Lock ● Never under any circumstances have the top plate positioned with the handle end lower than the ladder end ● The handle end of the clamp plate should always be higher than the ladder end of the...
- Page 9 Clamping Pressure ● Having the proper clamping pressure is very important when doing any type of woodworking project. If the clamp is too tight, there is a risk of damaging the clamp and the wood. If the clamp is too loose, the wood will not be secure and will spin.
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Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance It is best to always clean your Log Lock after each use. If you are unable to maintenance your Log Lock after each use, it is best to clean the fixture on a monthly basis to maintain regular, safe function. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION • Clamp is not applying • Tighten handle until log enough pressure is secured • Log/Timber spins inside • Adjust top in ladder to clamp • Top not oriented properly fit properly over log • Re-orient the log if needed •... -
Page 12: Additional Tips
Additional Tips As with any new hobby or project, it will take time to master using our Log Lock. Before starting your first project, use some scrap material and practice Clamping a variety of logs. Try cutting tenons, using a draw knife, and cutting mortise holes to get a feel for how much clamping pressure is needed.
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