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Wood-Mizer ® Edger Safety, Operation, Maintenance & Parts Manual EG350EH15S, EG350EH22S rev. A2.00 Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety information and instructions before operating, setting up or maintaining this machine. Form #350...
Table of Contents Section-Page General Contact Information Branches & Authorized Sales CentersWood-Mizer Locations (North and South America) SECTION 1 SERVICING THE EDGER General Information ................1-1 Customer and Edger Identification............1-1 Edger Components .................1-3 SECTION 2 SAFETY Safety Symbols..................2-1 Safety Instructions ..................2-1 Observe Safety Instructions Wear Safety Clothing Keep Egder and Area Around Clean...
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Table of Contents Section-Page Tensioning the Table Belt ..............5-7 Adjusting the Press Rollers ..............5-8 Laser Sight Adjustment ................5-9 Lubrication ...................5-10 Maintaining the Anti-Kickback Fingers..........5-10 Blade Sharpening..................5-11 5.10 Using the Blades...................5-12 5.11 Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version)........5-13 SECTION 6 SPECIFICATIONS EG350 Edger Overall Dimensions ............6-1 EG350 Edger Specifications..............6-2 Sawdust Exhaust System Specifications ..........6-4...
Getting Service Wood-Mizer is committed to providing you with the latest technology, best quality and strongest customer service available on the market today. We continually evaluate our customers’ needs to ensure we’re meeting current wood-processing demands. Your comments and suggestions are welcome.
Branches & Authorized Sales CentersWood-Mizer Locations (North and South America) EUROPE UNITED STATES European Headquarters World Headquarters Wood-Mizer Industries Sp. z o.o. Wood-Mizer LLC Nagórna 114, 62-600 Koło, Poland 8180 West 10th Street Tel.: +48-63-26-26-000 Indianapolis,Indiana 46214-2400, Fax: +48-63-27-22-327 www.woodmizer.eu Tel.: +1-317-271-1542...
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CROATIA Krešimir Pregernik ITALY Pasquale Felice SERBIA Dragan Markov Pregimex d.o.o. Wood-Mizer Italia Srl Wood-Mizer Balkan d.o.o. S. Batušiæa 31, 10090 Zagreb Cda. Capoiaccio SN Svetosavska GA 3/3; P. Fah 25 Tel.:/Fax: +3851-38-94-668 86012 Cercemaggiore 23 300 Kikinda Krešimir Pregernik Campobasso Tel.:/Fax: +381-230-25-754...
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Robert Moxham Arnborgvej 9, 7330 Brande- Fasterholt TRANSILVANIEI Nr. 5 Regional Direction - Asia Tel.: +45-971-88-265 Sibiu, Cisnadie 555300 Wood-Mizer Asia Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Fax: +45-971-88-266 Tel.:/Fax: : +40-369-405-433 No.2, Gongyequ 40th Rd. Xitun District, Brian Jensen GSM: +40-745-707-323 Taichung City, 40768, Taiwan, R.O.C.
The machine is built to be durable and easy to operate and maintain. Customer and Edger Identification Each Wood-Mizer edger has a serial number. In addition, when you pick up your edger, you will receive a customer number. These two numbers will help expedite our service to you. Please locate them now and write them below so you have quick and easy access to them.
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Servicing the Edger Customer and Edger Identification See Figure 1-2 See the figure below for location of the serial number. Serial Number FIG. 1-2 Servicing the Edger EGdoc031621...
Servicing the Edger Edger Components Edger Components See Figure 1-3 The major components of the EG350 Edger are shown below. Outfeed Table Electrical Box Blade Motor Infeed Table Blade Position Motor Control Box Assembly Blade Housing Motor Table Belt Drive Motor Sawdust Hopper FIG.
SAFETY Safety Symbols SECTION 2 SAFETY Safety Symbols The following symbols and signal words call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety. Be sure to observe and follow these instructions. DANGER! indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
It is always the 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 edger. All Wood-Mizer owners are encouraged to become thoroughly familiar with these applicable laws and comply with them fully while using the edger.
SAFETY Keep Egder and Area Around Clean Keep Egder and Area Around Clean DANGER! Maintain a clean and clear path for all necessary movement around the edger and lumber stacking areas. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. Dispose of Sawing By-Products Properly IMPORTANT! Always properly dispose of all sawing by-products,...
SAFETY Keep Persons Away Keep Persons Away DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and boards when operating the edger. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. Keep Hands Away DANGER! Motor components can become very hot during operation. Avoid contact with any part of a hot motor.
SAFETY Use Proper Maintenance Procedures WARNING! Kickback hazard. Stay clear of area during operation. Follow all anti-kickback service and safety rules. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. DANGER! Before changing the blades or performing any service to the machine, disconnect the power cord from the electric box.
SAFETY Keep Safety Labels in Good Condition WARNING! Never assume or take the word of another person that the power is off; check it out and lock it out. WARNING! Do not wear rings, watches, or other jewelry while working around an open electrical circuit.
SAFETY Safety Labels Description Safety Labels Description See Table 2-1 See table below for safety labels description. TABLE 2-1 Label View Label Number Description 096317 CAUTION! Read thoroughly the manual before operating the edger. Observe all safety instructions and rules when operating the machine.
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SAFETY Safety Labels Description TABLE 2-1 096319 Always disconnect the power cord before opening the electric box. 099540 CAUTION! Toothed gear - keep persons away! 099540 S12004G Always wear safety goggles when operating the machine! S12005G Always wear protective ear muffs when operating the edger! EGdoc031621 Safety...
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SAFETY Safety Labels Description TABLE 2-1 501465 Always wear safety boots when operating this machine. 510080 Always wear protective gloves when operating the edger! 539211 Always wear protective apron when operating the edger! 501467 Lubrication point 099504 Visible and/or invisible laser radiation. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.
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SAFETY Safety Labels Description TABLE 2-1 P85070 CE certified machine 089296 Revolutions direction 089296 S20097 Motor revolutions direction S20097 551701 Allowable and non-allowable shapes of sawn material 551701 2-10 EGdoc031621 Safety...
Operation Pre-Operation Check SECTION 3 OPERATION Pre-Operation Check Before operating the edger, always perform the following basic checks: 1. Make sure the machine is level. Then secure the edger legs to the floor. To do this, prepare a concrete foundation and use 12 mm diameter anchor bolts. CAUTION! Always make sure the edger is level prior to operating.
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Operation Pre-Operation Check Anti-Kickback Lever Lock Ant--Kickback Lever FIG. 3-2 4. Be sure all guards and covers are in place and secured. DANGER! Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secured before operating or towing the edger. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
Operation Control Overview Control Overview EG350 Control Panel See Figure 3-4. The following controls are located on the EG350 control panel: START/STOP switch, Setworks, feed rate knob, Setworks switch, emergency stop button and additional buttons for setting the moving blade. Real Size (mm) Check real size START...
Operation Edger Setup 4. Emergency Stop Button Push the emergency stop button to stop the blade and feed motors. Turn the emergency stop clockwise to release the stop. The machine will not restart until the emergency stop is released. Edger Setup IMPORTANT! Before starting to use the edger, you have to meet the following conditions:...
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Operation Edger Setup Have a qualified electrician install the power supply (according to EN 60204). The power supply must meet the specifications given in the table below. 3 Phases V Fused Disconnect Recommended Wire Size Switch 400 VAC 40 A 4 mm , maximum length: 15 m TABLE 3-1...
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Operation Edger Setup The EG350 Edger can be lifted using a forklift only. The forklift must be rated for at least 2000kg (4409 lb). To lift the machine, first remove the sawdust hopper. Then insert the forks into the forklift pockets shown in the figure below.
Operation Edger Start-Up Edger Start-Up DANGER! Before starting the machine, perform these steps to avoid injury and/or damage to the equipment: Close the blade housing and replace any guards removed for service. Make sure there are not any loose objects (such as tools, wood, etc.) on the infeed table. ...
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Operation Edger Start-Up Real Size (mm) Check real size START TBS 01 Setworks STOP Position Size (mm) SAVE ABCDE AUTO ENTER CAL. REAL SIZE Tb0039C FIG. 3-11 EG350 Turn the knob clockwise to increase the feed rate or counterclockwise to slow the feed rate down. Factors that will determine what feed rate you can use include: Material thickness.
Operation Edging Operation Edging Operation DANGER! Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secured before operating the edger. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and boards when operating the edger or loading boards.
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Operation Edging Operation 2. Place the board on the infeed table (A). FIG. 3-12 3. Set the distance between the blades. To do this, use the cutting width scale located on the front plate of the press roller housing, or enter the desired cutting width value into the Setworks controller. The laser sight will show where the blades will travel through the board (”B”) See Section 4.1 Edger for instructions for using the Setworks.
SETWORKS OPERATION Edger Controller Panel SECTION 4 SETWORKS OPERATION Edger Controller Panel See Pic. 4-1. Real Size (mm) Real Blade Indicates Check real size Distance that the real blades distance should be Set Blade checked Distance TBS 01 Setworks Position Size (mm) SAVE ABCDE AUTO...
SETWORKS OPERATION Start-Up Settings of the Controller Descriptions of the control panel buttons: A, B, C, D, E - cutting width memory buttons SET ABCDE - used to set a cutting width value under each memory button. ABCDE Save - saves parameters determined by the operator. SAVE Buttons for manual cutting width setting (blades in/out) ENTER...
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SETWORKS OPERATION Start-Up Settings of the Controller See Pic. 4-2. Real Size (mm) Check real size TBS 01 Setworks Position Size (mm) SAVE ABCDE AUTO ENTER CAL. REAL SIZE PIC. 4-2 Press to save the entered divider value. SAVE 2.
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SETWORKS OPERATION Start-Up Settings of the Controller See Pic. 4-3. Real Size (mm) Check real size TBS 01 Setworks Position Size (mm) SAVE ABCDE AUTO ENTER CAL. REAL SIZE PIC. 4-3 Press again - the controller will perform some movements of the blades in turn. AUTO ...
SETWORKS OPERATION Blade Distance Memory Buttons (A, B, C, D, E) Using the scale, set the maximum distance between the blades (e.g. 250mm (9.842")). Press and hold REAL SIZE Measure the distance between the blades and make sure the measured distance is the same as ...
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SETWORKS OPERATION Blade Distance Memory Buttons (A, B, C, D, E) See Pic. 4-4. Real Size (mm) Check real size TBS 01 Setworks Position Size (mm) SAVE ABCDE AUTO ENTER CAL. REAL SIZE PIC. 4-4 To use any stored blade distance value, press the corresponding memory button and confirm by ...
SETWORKS OPERATION Setworks Malfunction Setworks Malfunction PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Setworks does not work. Magnet sensor improperly Adjust the magnet sensor as adjusted shown in the figures 4-5 and 4-6. When performing a program, Calibrate the controller - the controller disengages the Automatic Calibration.
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SETWORKS OPERATION Setworks Malfunction The blade distance limit would Try to enter a lower blade distance When pressing ENTER be exceeded if the requested value. during normal operation or movement of the blades was when attempting to save the performed. program (using SAVE button), the upper display...
Maintenance & Alignment Replacing the Blades SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE & ALIGNMENT WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, set the main switch in the "0" position and disconnect the power cord. WARNING! Always shut off the motor and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before removing any guards or covers.
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Maintenance & Alignment Replacing the Blades 3. Move the blade housing (B) to access the blades. FIG. 5-1 See Figure 5-2 4. Place the provided wrench (A) on the blade clamping flange (B) to keep it in place so that you can remove the screws C.
Maintenance & Alignment Tensioning the Chains 6. Secure the new blades with the screws and close the blade housing. 5.2 Tensioning the Chains DANGER! Always shut off the motor and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before removing any guards or covers. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
Maintenance & Alignment Blade and Laser Setting Chains 4. Reinstall the front guard. FIG. 5-4 5.2.2 Blade and Laser Setting Chains NOTE: After adjusting the blade setting drive chain, always check the laser setting chain tension and adjust if necessary. Check that the blade setting chain and laser setting chain are tensioned properly every 100 hours of operation.
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Maintenance & Alignment Blade and Laser Setting Chains 3. Tighten the bolts A. FIG. 5-5 5.2.4 Tensioning the Laser Setting Drive Chain See Figure 5-6 1. Disassemble the infeed table arms (A) by removing the clip and the pin from the fork (B). FIG.
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Maintenance & Alignment Blade and Laser Setting Chains 2. Unbolt and remove the right guard (A) to access the laser chain tension assembly (B). FIG. 5-7 3. Loosen the mounting bolt (A) of the chain tensioner block (B) by loosening the nut C. Then using the nuts D, move the tensioner block (B) so that the chain has 15 mm of slack.
Maintenance & Alignment Checking the Rollers and Table Belt See Figure 5-9 FIG. 5-9 4. Reinstall the right guard and the infeed table arms. Checking the Rollers and Table Belt 1. Check the press rollers every 8 hours of operation. Remove any dirt or debris from them. Make sure the rollers spin freely, without much play.
Maintenance & Alignment Adjusting the Press Rollers 2. Use the nut B to tension the table belt evenly on both sides. FIG. 5-10 3. Tighten the bolts A. 5.5 Adjusting the Press Rollers See Figure 5-11 To adjust the press roller (the force of holding down the material), use the nut A in the figure ...
Maintenance & Alignment Laser Sight Adjustment 5.6 Laser Sight Adjustment See Figure 5-12 If the laser sights indicate different cutting width than read on the cutting width scales, perform the following steps: 1. Remove the laser sight guard. FIG. 5-12 See Figure 5-13 2.
Maintenance & Alignment Lubrication 3. Tighten the laser sight mounting bolts (A). FIG. 5-13 4. Reinstall the laser sight guard. 5.7 Lubrication 1. Remove any debris from the blade drive shaft every 8 hours of operation. Use a soft cloth to apply a dry graphite daily to ensure resistance-free motion and to prevent surface corrosion.
Maintenance & Alignment Blade Sharpening machine operator or bystanders and should be replaced immediately. Do not sharp the anti-kickback fingers! If they are dulled, replace them with new ones. DANGER! Always ensure that there is a sharp point on the anti-kickback fingers before each use of the edger.
Maintenance & Alignment Using the Blades 5.10 Using the Blades The surfaces of spacers should be clean and flat against one another. The blade should not rotate on the shaft during sharpening as it will lead to its damage. Do not set teeth with cemented carbide tips! Do not make any modifications to the blade teeth! Do not operate the machine if either of the blades is dull.
Maintenance & Alignment Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version) 5.11 Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version) EG350 Edger – Safety Devices Inspection See Figure 5-14 Outfeed Table E-Stop Button Blade Housing Blade Setting Limit Switches Control Box Anti-Kickback System E-Stop Button Limit Switch FIG.
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Maintenance & Alignment Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version) 1. Inspection of the Control Box E-STOP Circuit Start the main motor; Push the E-Stop button on the control box. The motor should stop. It should not be possible to ...
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Maintenance & Alignment Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version) The main motor should stop; Try to start the motor using the START button. It should not be possible to start the motor. Close the blade housing; The motor should remain turned off. ...
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Maintenance & Alignment Safety Devices Inspection (Only CE Version) 6. Anti-Kickback System Limit Switch - Circuit Inspection (2 Persons) See Figure 5-17 Start the main motor; Push up the anti-kickback lever lock (A); Raise the anti-kickback fingers by pushing the anti-kickback lever (B) down; ...
SPECIFICATIONS EG350 Edger Overall Dimensions SECTION 6 SPECIFICATIONS EG350 Edger Overall Dimensions See Figure 6-1 The major dimensions of the EG350 edger are shown below (all dimensions are in millimeters).). FIG. 6-1 EGdoc031621 Specifications...
SPECIFICATIONS EG350 Edger Specifications See Table 6-1 The overall dimensions of the EG350 edger are listed in the table below. Weight 956 kg Height 1358 mm Width 1605 mm Length 3205 mm EG350 Edger Specifications See Table 6-2 See the table below for technical data on the EG350 edger. Motor Specifications Motor Specifications Motor Type...
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SPECIFICATIONS EG350 Edger Specifications See Table 6-4 Other specifications of the EG350 edger are given below. Number of Blades Blade Diameter 400 mm Rotational Speed 2800 r.p.m. Cutting Speed 0 - 20 m/min Minimum Board Length 1100 mm Minimum Board Thickness 15 mm Maximum Board Thickness 100 mm...
SPECIFICATIONS Sawdust Exhaust System Specifications Sawdust Exhaust System Specifications See Table 6-5 See the table below for specifications of a sawdust exhaust system that can be used with the EG350 edger Airflow 1200 m Inlet Diameter 150 mm Motor Power 1.5 kW Number of Sacks 2 pcs...
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Laser Information MHdoc031621 Specifications...
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EC declaration of conformity according to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II, 1.A Manufacturer: Wood-Mizer Industries sp. z o.o. Nagórna 114, 62- Tel. +48 63 26 26 000 This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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