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Wood-Mizer Resaw ® Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual HR120 Rev. A1.00 - A4.08 HR130 Rev. A1.00 - A6.02 Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety information and instructions before oper- ating, setting up or maintaining this machine.
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Printed in the United States of America, all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form by any photographic, electronic, mechanical or other means or used in any information storage and retrieval system without written permission from Wood-Mizer 8180 West 10th Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46214...
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Table of Contents Section-Page Table of Contents HRdoc072519...
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is to replace or to be used with all previous information received on the HR100 Series Resaw. All future mailings will be an addition to or a revision of individual sections of this manual as we obtain new information. The information and instructions given in this manual do not amend or extend the limited warranties for the equipment given at the time of purchase.
Safety Safety Symbols SECTION 1 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. WARNING! suggests a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Safety Safety Instructions Safety Instructions NOTE: ONLY safety instructions regarding personal injury are listed in this section. Cau- tion statements regarding only equipment damage appear where applicable throughout the manual. WARNING! Clean sawdust from all guards, vents, con- trol boxes, or any area where sawdust may gather after every shift.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury. WARNING! Use ONLY water and Wood-Mizer Lube Additive with the water lube accessory. Never use flammable fuels or liquids such as diesel fuel. If these types of liquids are necessary to clean the blade, remove it and clean with a rag.
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Safety Safety Instructions DANGER! Batteries expel explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, burning cigarettes, or other ignition sources away at all times. Always wear safety goggles and a face shield when working near batteries. Failure to do so will cause serious injury. WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con- tain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of...
Safety Safety Instructions Check Machine Before Operation DANGER! Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secured before operating this machine. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. WARNING! Always check to ensure the steel fin- gers inside the sawdust chute are in place before operating this machine.
Safety Safety Instructions DANGER! Always be aware of and take proper protective measures against rotating shafts, pul- leys, fans, etc. Always stay a safe distance from rotating members and make sure that loose clothing or long hair does not engage rotating members resulting in possible injury.
Safety Safety Instructions Use Proper Maintenance Procedures DANGER! Make sure all electrical installation, service and/or maintenance work is performed by a qualified electrician and is in accordance with applicable electrical codes. DANGER! ARC FLASH AND SHOCK HAZARD! Hazardous voltage inside the electric sawmill disconnect box, starter box, and at the motor can cause shock, burns, or death.
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Safety Safety Instructions removed Maintenance hazards include: Blade contact Pinch points Kickbacks Missiles (thrown blades/wood chips) Electrical Failure to lockout may result in: Crush Blindness Puncture Serious injury and death Amputation Burn Shock Electrocution To control maintenance dangers: Lockout procedures must be followed (see ANSI Standard Z244.1-1982 and OSHA regulation 1910.147).
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Safety Safety Instructions MACHINE LOCKOUT PROCEDURE Lockout procedures must be followed (see ANSI Standard Z244.1-1982 and OSHA regu- lation 1910.147). Purpose: This procedure establishes the minimum requirements for lockout of energy sources that could cause injury. Responsibility: The responsibility for seeing that this procedure is followed is binding upon all workers. All workers shall be instructed in the safety significance of the lockout procedure.
Owner’s Responsibility The procedures listed in this manual may not include all ANSI, OSHA, or locally required safety procedures. It is the owner/operator’s responsibility and not Wood-Mizer to ensure all operators are properly trained and informed of all safety protocols. Owner/Operators are responsible for following all safety procedures when operating and performing main- tenance to the machine.
SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION 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 com- ments and suggestions are welcome.
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Customer and Machine Identification Each HR100 Series Resaw is identified with a model number, revision, and serial number (see the figure below). MFG BY/ FABRIQUÉ PAR: WOOD-MIZER PRODUCTS, INC. 8180 W. 10t h St . Indianapolis, IN 46214-2400 U.S.A. 317/ 271-1542 800/ 553-0182 Model No.:...
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Introduction Customer and Machine Identification The serial number tag can be found at the following location. Serial Number HR0002 SERIAL NUMBER TAG LOCATION. HRdoc072519 Introduction...
Setup Resaw Setup SECTION 3 SETUP Resaw Setup Use a forklift or other appropriate equipment to move the resaw. WARNING! Use extreme care and proper equipment to lift and move the machine. Lift the machine from sides equipped with fork pockets only, never from under the front or rear of the base or upper saw head.
Setup Electrical Installation (HR120 E10/HR130 E15 Only) Electrical Installation (HR120 E10/HR130 E15 Only) DANGER! Make sure all electrical installation, service and/or maintenance work is performed by a qualified elec- trician and is in accordance with applicable electrical codes. CAUTION! Make sure that the machine you have pur- chased can be powered with the provided power source before making any connections.
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Setup Electrical Installation (HR120 E10/HR130 E15 Only) See Figure 3-2. Route the incoming power supply to the main electrical control cabinet. Punch a knockout in the box and route the cable through the box and secure the cable properly. Connect to cable wires to the power disconnect in the upper-right corner of the cabinet.
Setup Upper Hold-Down Adjustment Upper Hold-Down Adjustment CAUTION! Be sure the hold-down roller assembly is adjusted to avoid contact with the blade before operating the machine. Failure to do so may result in damage to the machine. See Figure 3-3. Loosen the four hold-down adjustment bolts and move the hold-down roller in or out as desired.
Setup Blade Guide Arm Adjustment Blade Guide Arm Adjustment The outside blade guide arm can be relocated to position the outer blade guide relative to the material to be sawn. In general, the outer guide should be positioned as close to the material as possible.
Setup Conveyor Tilt Adjustment Conveyor Tilt Adjustment The conveyor table can be tilted to allow cutting of tapered lap siding. To tilt the conveyor, remove the tilt adjustment bolts. Lift the conveyor table to align the desired bracket holes. Each hole increases the tilt 2 degrees. Replace the tilt adjustment bolts and tighten the nuts to secure the conveyor table at the desired tilt setting.
Setup Shingle Belt Installation (Optional) Shingle Belt Installation (Optional) 1. Turn the resaw power on and use the feed rate switch to start the resaw conveyor belt. Stop the belt when the belt seam is on top and easily accessible. Push the emergency stop to turn resaw power off.
Setup Tensioning The Blade Tensioning The Blade The blade tensioner is factory-set so proper blade tension is achieved when the rubber spring is compressed 3/16” (4.8 mm). An indicator bolt is provided to indicate when the rubber spring has been compressed properly. To tension the blade, turn the blade tension handle up until it locks in place.
Setup Replacing The Blade Replacing The Blade DANGER! Always disengage the blade and shut off the resaw 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. Changing blades is safest when done by one person! Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, carrying or changing a blade.
Setup Tracking The Blade Tracking The Blade 1. Make sure the blade housing covers are closed and all persons are clear of the open side of the saw head. 2. Start the motor, rotating the blade until the blade positions itself on the wheels. WARNING! Do not spin the blade wheels by hand.
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Setup Tracking The Blade See Figure 3-9. To adjust where the blade travels on the blade wheels, use the cant con- trol. Cant Control 150171-1 FIG. 3-9 If the blade is too far out, back the blade onto the wheel by turning the cant control coun- terclockwise.
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Setup Table Setup (Optional) 3.10 Table Setup (Optional) Optional conveyor tables are available to handle material to improve productivity. The tables allow operators to stage material on the infeed and outfeed ends of the resaw. A table mounted to the side of the resaw allows the return of material to be refed into the resaw.
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Setup Table Setup (Optional) See Figure 3-10. An overview of the table configuration is provided below. Extension Table (HRTBL-END1) End Table* (HRTBL-END1) Mounting Brackets* (HRTBL-MOUNT) End Table* (HRTBL-END1) Stand-Alone Table (HRTBL-END2) Side Table* (HRTBL-SIDE) *Complete Table Kit (HRTBL-KIT) includes HR0029-2 parts for two end tables, mounting brackets &...
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Setup Table Setup (Optional) See Figure 3-11. At the resaw conveyor, remove the two top conveyor belt bearing mount bolts and lock nuts. Install the front mount plate to the resaw conveyor and secure the mount plate with the provided 3/9-16 x 2” hex head bolts and the original lock nuts. Replace top bearing mount bolts with provided 3/8-16 x 2”...
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Setup Table Setup (Optional) See Figure 3-13. At the other end of the resaw conveyor, remove the four bottom belt tensioner mount bolts, flat washers and lock nuts. Install the provided rear mount plate to the resaw conveyor and replace the original hex head bolts, flat washers and lock nuts. Lower Tensioner Mounting Bolts, Flat Washers &...
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Setup Table Setup (Optional) See Figure 3-15. Install the stop end plate to the side table with four 3/8-16 x 1” hex head bolts, flat washers and lock nuts. Assemble the side table to the resaw legs with the four provided U-bolts, flat washers and lock nuts.
3. To turn the resaw power on, push the green ( ) button on the operator control box. The green power light ( ) will illuminate when the power is on. See Figure 4-1. HR0004C HR120 Gas/Diesel HR120 Electric HR0034-1 HR130 Electric FIG.
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) toggle switch up (HR120) or rotate the selector switch to the right (HR130) to raise the saw head. Hold the toggle switch down (HR120) or rotate the selector switch to the left (HR130) to lower the saw head. Raise or lower the saw head until the blade is positioned the desired distance above the conveyor belt.
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Operation Up/Down Operation 5. Use the blade height indicator and scale to determine the height of the blade above the feed conveyor. See Figure 4-3. Inch Scale Blade Height Indicator HR0008-9 FIG. 4-3 Operation HRdoc072519...
Operation Machine Start Machine Start DANGER! Always be sure the blade is disengaged and all persons are out of the path of the blade before starting the engine/motor. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. 1. Clear any loose objects from the area of the blade, engine/motor, and drive belt. 2.
5. Turn the key switch to the start (#2) position and release. 6. To turn off the engine, turn the key switch to the off (#0) position. Electric Models (HR120) 3. Turn the main disconnect switch to the ON position.
Operation Electric Models (HR130) Electric Models (HR130) 3. Turn the main disconnect switch to the ON position. 4. If necessary, release the emergency stop buttons ( ) on the operator and electrical cab- inet controls. Release the stop by turning it clockwise until it pops out. 5.
Operation Clutch Operation Clutch Operation See Figure 4-4. The clutch/brake lever is located next to the engine/motor. Turn clutch handle clockwise to engage blade 150099B FIG. 4-4 1. To engage the blade, pull the clutch lever clockwise until it locks in the down position. This engages the drive mechanism and increases the engine speed to full throttle.
Feed Operation 1. Turn the feed rate switch ( ) clockwise to the desired feed rate. See Figure 4-5. HR0004C HR120 Gas/Diesel HR120 Electric HR0034-1 HR130 Electric FIG. 4-5 2. Feed the first board into the resaw. Place the material on the feed belt, against the fence.
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Operation Feed Operation making gets continually worse, adjust the feed rate or change the blade. 3. Turn the feed rate switch clockwise to the desired feed rate. Feed material continuously through the resaw. When material reaches the outfeed end of the belt, remove it and return it to the feed end if more cuts are desired.
Operation Water Lube Operation Water Lube Operation The Water Lube System keeps the blade clean. 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.
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15 seconds. This will clean the blade of sap buildup. Wipe the blade dry with a rag before storing or sharpening. For further lubrication benefits, add one 12oz. bottle of Wood-Mizer Lube Additive to 5 gallons of water. Wood-Mizer Lube Additive enables some previously impossible timbers to be cut by significantly reducing resin buildup on the blade.
Operation Shingle Belt Operation (Optional) Shingle Belt Operation (Optional) 1. Install the shingle belt and stop assembly as described in Section 3.6. 2. Turn the resaw power on and use the feed rate switch to start the resaw shingle belt. Stop the belt to position a set of cleats in front of the shingle stop assembly.
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Operation Shingle Belt Operation (Optional) DANGER! Always keep hands away from moving bandsaw blade. Failure to do so will result in serious injury. DANGER! Always be aware of and take proper protective measures against rotating shafts, pulleys, fans, etc. Always stay a safe distance from rotating members and make sure that loose clothing or long hair does not engage rotating members resulting in possible injury.
Maintenance Blade Guides SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE Blade Guides WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
Maintenance Sawdust Removal Sawdust Removal WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
Maintenance Vertical Mast Rails Vertical Mast Rails WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
Maintenance Blade Wheel Belts Blade Wheel Belts WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
Maintenance Drive Belt Adjustment Drive Belt Adjustment WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
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Maintenance Drive Belt Adjustment See Figure 5-1. Belt Tension Gauge Turn jam nut clockwise Throttle Linkage to loosen drive belt Adjustment Hex Nut 1/2“ (13 mm) 150100C FIG. 5-1 2. After tensioning the drive belt, check the throttle linkage and adjust if necessary. With the clutch handle engaged, the throttle linkage should move the throttle lever to full speed.
Maintenance Charging The Battery Charging The Battery DANGER! Batteries expel explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, burning cigarettes, or other ignition sources away at all times. Always wear safety goggles and a face shield when working near batteries. Failure to do so will cause serious injury.
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Maintenance Charging The Battery CAUTION! Be sure the battery is fully charged before transporting the sawmill. If the battery is not fully charged, excessive vibration could reduce the overall service life of the battery. 1. Turn the key to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. 2.
Maintenance Feed System Feed System WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
Alignment Complete Alignment Procedure SECTION 6 ALIGNMENT Complete Alignment Procedure WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades, pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (#0) position and remove the key. If the key is turned on and moving parts activated, serious injury may result.
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Alignment Complete Alignment Procedure See Figure 6-1. Turn the saw head tilt adjustment nut clockwise to raise the outside of the saw head. Turn the nut counterclockwise to lower the outside of the saw head. After the saw head is adjusted parallel to the conveyor belt, check the space between the uppermost mast bearing and mast rail.
Alignment Blade Installation Blade Installation 1. Remove the blade and replace the blade wheel belts. New blade wheel belts are required to perform the complete alignment procedure. 2. Blow sawdust off of the blade guide assemblies. Remove sawdust from the blade hous- ings.
Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment The blade wheels should be adjusted so they are level in the vertical and horizontal planes. If the blade wheels are tilted up or down, the blade will want to travel in the tilted direction.
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Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment See Figure 6-3. Use the vertical adjustment screws to adjust the drive-side blade wheel. To tilt the wheel down, loosen the top adjustment screw one quarter turn. Loosen the jam nut on the bottom adjustment screw and tighten the screw. Tighten the top and bottom jam nuts.
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Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment See Figure 6-4. Use the vertical adjustment screws to adjust the idle-side blade wheel. To tilt the wheel up, loosen the bottom adjustment screw one quarter turn. Loosen the jam nut on the top adjustment screw and tighten the screw. Tighten the top and bottom jam nuts.
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Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment 8. Check the position of the blade on the idle-side blade wheel. See Figure 6-5. The horizontal tilt of the blade wheel should be adjusted so that the gullet of an 1-1/4" blade is 1/8" (3 mm) out from the front edge of the wheel (±1/32 [0.75 mm]). 150060 1/8”...
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Alignment Blade Wheel Alignment See Figure 6-7. Use the horizontal adjustment screws to adjust the drive-side blade wheel. To move the blade back on the wheel, loosen the right adjustment screw one quar- ter turn. Loosen the jam nut on the left adjustment screw and tighten the screw. Tighten the left and right jam nuts.
Alignment Blade Guide Installation Blade Guide Installation Each resaw has two blade guide assemblies that help the blade maintain a straight cut. The two blade guide assemblies are positioned on the saw head to guide the blade on each side of the material being cut. One blade guide assembly is mounted in a stationary position on the drive side of the saw head.
Alignment Blade Guide Arm Alignment Blade Guide Arm Alignment The blade guide arm should be parallel to the blade in the vertical and horizontal direc- tions. 1. Relocate the outer blade guide arm to position the outer blade guide closest to the inner blade guide (See Section 3.4).
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Alignment Blade Guide Arm Alignment See Figure 6-10. With the blade guide arm still all the way in toward the other blade guide, tighten all the side screws until they touch the arm. Back the screws off 1/4 turn and tighten the jam nuts. Blade Guide Arm Parallel to Blade Adjust side screws to 150036B...
Alignment Blade Guide Deflection Blade Guide Deflection Perform the following steps to achieve proper blade deflection with the blade guides. 1. Raise the saw head until the blade is 6" (150 mm) above the conveyor belt. Measure the actual distance with a tape from the top of the belt to the bottom of the blade. 2.
Alignment Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment The blade guides should be adjusted properly in the vertical plane. If the blade guides are tilted vertically, the blade will try to travel in the tilted direction. A Blade Guide Alignment Tool (BGAT) is provided to help you measure the vertical tilt of the blade.
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Alignment Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment See Figure 6-13. Loosen the jam nuts on the top and bottom vertical tilt adjustment screws. To tilt the roller up, loosen the bottom screw and tighten top screw. To tilt the roller down, loosen the top screw and tighten the bottom screw. Tighten the jam nuts and recheck the tilt of the blade.
Alignment Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment If the blade guides are tilted in the wrong direction horizontally, the back of the blade may contact the flange as the roller is spinning down, causing it to push the blade away from the guide roller.
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Alignment Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment See Figure 6-15. Loosen the jam nuts on the horizontal tilt adjustment screws. To tilt the roller left, loosen the right screw and tighten left screw. To tilt the roller right, loosen the left screw and tighten the right screw. Tighten the jam nuts and recheck the tilt of the blade.
Alignment Blade Guide Flange Spacing Blade Guide Flange Spacing Each blade guide must be adjusted so the roller flange is the correct distance from the back edge of the blade. If the flange is too close to or too far from the blade, the resaw will not cut accurately.
Alignment Blade Height Scale Adjustment Blade Height Scale Adjustment After the entire resaw has been aligned and all adjustments made, check that the blade height scale indicates the true distance from the blade to the bed rails. 1. Measure from the bottom edge on a down-set tooth of the blade to the top of the feed conveyor belt, near the inner blade guide assembly.
Alignment Conveyor Belt Alignment Conveyor Belt Alignment If the conveyor belt begins to slip, perform the following steps to tighten the belt: 1. Loosen the tensioner locking bolts on both sides of the frame. Loosen the outer jam nut on each adjustment bolt. Use a wrench to hold the adjustment bolt and turn the inner jam nut clockwise to push the conveyor belt roller out.
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Alignment Conveyor Belt Alignment See Figure 6-19. Example: If the belt is tracking to the left, extend the left tensioner bracket out to move the belt to the right. Adjust in small increments until the belt travels straight. Retighten the locking nuts. HR0003-7 Adjustment Bolt...
SECTION 7 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION Appendix HR120/HR130 Electrical Information (Form #2224) for complete electrical information including electrical component lists, electrical component layouts and wiring diagrams. HRdoc072519...
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