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HFE-21 HOMESTEADER SAWMILL OWNERS MANUAL
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8201 State Route 12, P. O. Box 345, Barneveld NY 13304

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  • Page 1 HFE-21 HOMESTEADER SAWMILL OWNERS MANUAL 8201 State Route 12, P. O. Box 345, Barneveld NY 13304...
  • Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of a sawmill from Hud-Son Forest Equipment. We are pleased that you chose us as your supplier of your forestry equipment. Hud-Son Forest Equipment has been in the forestry business since 1965 and prides itself on developing new and innovative products for the forestry business.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Page 4 SAFETY GUIDELINES Page 5-6 CAUTIONS Page 7 RECEIVING & INSPECTION Page 8 SETTING UP THE MILL Page 9 TRACK ASSEMBLY Page 10 SETTING HEAD ON TRACK Page 11 GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS Page 12 TENSIONING BLADE Page 13 LOG SET UP Page 14...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Purchaser Agreement By accepting the delivery of your sawmill from Hud-Son Forest Equipment, you agree that you will not modify your mill from its original assembly. This will VOID any warranty from Hud-Son Forest Equipment. Please fill out the information for quick reference:...

  • Page 5: Safety Guidelines

    Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry while operating or servicing the machine. All replacement parts should be of the same specifications as the original parts on your Hud-Son machine. All guards and covers must be in place before operating the machine.
  • Page 6 Use the machine only on level stable ground. The safety rules are for the benefit of the persons operating and servicing the machine, to prevent injury to oneself or others. Please review all setup and operating procedures before attempting to run the machine, whether covered in this manual or not, to ensure the safest operation of this machine.

  • Page 7: Cautions

    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 8: Setup And Operation

    2. Move unit to operator'44s site; lower unit and remove unit from forks. Before operating the Hud-Son Sawmill the following procedure needs to be performed: 1. Check oil and fuel levels. 2. Check blade lubrication and hydraulic levels (if applicable) FOR BLADE LUBE USE: To prevent pitch build up: In Summer months, use 1 oz.
  • Page 9 3. If the unit has been sitting for a period, allow the unit to run long enough to have the oil do a complete circulation before use. Steps for Setting-Up the Hud-Son Sawmill: Machine Set-Up 1. For best results and easier set-up, the mill location should be level and free of obstructions.
  • Page 10 NOTE: ITEM 14 (J-BAR ASSY) INCLUDES ITEMS RIGHT ANGLE 4 CORNERS 5 AND 11 ITEM 3 FLUSH WITH THE ENDS OF ITEMS 1 AND 2 52 3/8” (52.39) 1” (1.00) TYPICAL 52 3/8” RAILS (ITEMS 1 AND 2) MUST BE PARALLEL. 21” (52.39) FACE TO FACE THE ENTIRE LENGTH.

  • Page 11: Track Assembly

    Track Assembly 1. Dogs need to be facing in the same direction. The moveable dogs need to be on the same side of the track, which is on the operator's side of the mill head. (figure 2-A). 2. There are additional holes in the track so that the dogs can be moved to different positions. 3.

  • Page 12: Machine Setup

    Machine Set-Up 1. Set-up area should be relatively level and clear of debris. The head will need to roll down the track so be sure the area is free of obstructions. 2. Once the head is set on the track, roll it down the track to be sure it is level. If the head rolls on its own, you will need to adjust your leveling.

  • Page 13: Guide Adjustments

    Adjusting Sawmill Guides Purpose of the Guides Superior Hud-son guide design allows support on the top, bottom and back of the blade. This guide design limits the chance of blade wander. The lower guide shoe holds the blade up and decreases the chance of “diving.” Most companies only use top support.
  • Page 14 Set-Up and Operation Tensioning the Blade on all Models NEVER tension your blade with the engine running. Your mill is shipped to you without any tension on the blade. If there is tension left on the blade for a period, it can cause flat spots in the wheel belts. This will cause the blade to fall off the wheel.
  • Page 15 Setting Logs Place the log, determined by the mills size, on the center of the track. Using the log dogs, secure the log to the track. Be sure to dog the log high enough (1/2" way up the log) to ensure the log does not move. If the log is too big for the log dog to hold in place, but your sawmill head still rolls unobstructed use the "Cheater"...

  • Page 16: Getting Ready To Cut

    By debarking and cleaning your log, it will extend the life of your blade. 1. Adjust the Hud-Son guides so that they are slightly (no more than 2 inches) wider than the maximum width of the log.

  • Page 17: Lumber Scale

    Using the Lumber Scale 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. 1. Scale 2.
  • Page 18 I. Cutting Dimensional Lumber You can cut down to a 1" thick bottom board. To achieve this you will use the move- able side of the dog and the short squaring pins welded in the track. a) You will need to determine the size lumber that can be cut and how many, then using the scale start sawing your lumber.
  • Page 19 #5. Cut log into desired dimensional lumber. End of Processing Lumber a) Completely decrease engine throttle and turn engine switch to off position. b) The blade will continue to turn automatically and will coast to a stop. c) If you are done sawing for the day, de-tension the blade so that you do not cause damage to bandwheel belts.

  • Page 20: Replacing The Blade

    Replacing the Blade No matter how well you care for your blade, they will dull after time and need to be changed. Longevity of your blade depends on how well you maintain it. a) The engine needs to be stopped, turned off and the key removed. To ensure that it can not be accidentally turned back on.

  • Page 21: Changing Band Wheel Belts

    Changing Band Wheel Belts To Change the Belt on the Idler Side of the Sawmill (operator side): *Make sure you are on the idler side of the mill (side with the tensioner bolt). 1. Remove All Guards. 2. Remove the old belt from the band wheel. 3.

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance NOTE: Hud-Son Sawmills require a certain amount of care and maintenance, so they continue to perform at their best. If you are not confident in your ability to perform the maintenance that is required, please investigate having a professional come in and perform the work for you.

  • Page 23: Maintenance Schedule

    Check to see if all fittings are tight and secure. Make sure all nuts are tightened. Look for any damage that may need to be repaired. Routinely checking the equipment and proper maintenance will keep the Hud-Son Saw Mill running to the best of its ability.
  • Page 24 LUBE ORDER Bandblade tensioner bolt, keep Lube tank for blade lube. Blade lube on/off and flow adjust- threads clean and lubed. ment. Adjust flow as needed. Oil drain plug Oil check plug Engine oil check#1, Engine oil Blade guide bearings. Oil lightly Remove guard nuts to remove drain #2 , 10 W - 30 Wt oil.
  • Page 25 Air filter cover Blade lube tube, keep end Engine throttle lever, always clean and open. run engine full throttle when cutting. Drive wheel belt tensioner On/off switch Choke lever Guide assembly, keep clean and Grease all bearings weekly or Lift tubes: keep Clean and oil lightly oil all parts.

  • Page 26: Parts & Warranty

    Description Part Number Warranty 2 Years - Call your Gasoline Engine ENG-01-6.5 servicing Hud-Son Dealer. 1 Year - Call your Electric Engine servicing Hud-Son Dealer. 1.5” Pillow Block Bearing, 1” 6 Years - Call your BEA-01-24 servicing Hud-Son Dealer.
  • Page 27 Band Blade 1-800-765-SAWS (BLA-LENGTH WIDTH IN 16THS) BLA-132-20 6 Years - Call your 1-1/2” Shaft servicing Hud-Son Dealer. (SHA-01-LENGTH IN INCHES 2 Years - Call your Bolt for Track Wheel HAR-12-12-64 servicing Hud-Son Dealer. 1 Year - Call your servicing...
  • Page 28 5. Construction and interpretation of this agreement and all claims shall be subject to the Laws of the State of New York. 6. The address for submission of claims is: Hud-Son Forest Equipment PO Box 345 State Route 12 Barneveld, NY 13304...
  • Page 29 Warranty Warranty registration cards must be completed and returned to Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc. within 30 days of purchase. Failure to do so will void the warranty. Altering the mill in any way will void the warranty. Warranty claims must be registered with the Dealer/Distributor.
  • Page 30 Transport Instructions For Trailer Kit Follow all the steps to safely transport the Hud-Son Saw Mill Trailer Model: 1 - Lock head into travel position. 2 - Raise extension legs and lock in upright positions. 3 - Raise rear legs of frame and pin in raised position.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting Problem Solution Cause Sharpen or Replace Blade • Saw at Full Throttle Dull Blade • RPM’s Not High Enough Blade is Diving/ Rising • Check Torque on Tensioning Bolt • Blade Not Tensioned Properly • (Perform “Flutter” Test) • Use Lubricant on Blade •...
  • Page 32 4 5 2 3 48 46 44 28 39 18 17 68 69 57 70 12 37...
  • Page 33 HFE - 21 Homesteader Mill Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. HFE-30002 HFE-21 WELDED ASSEMBLY 11343-00644 NYLON WASHER 1/2 X 1.25 X .062 (LARGE) 976-004 CABLE PULLEY - 00158 976-010 SHOULDER BOLT FOR 158 PULLEY (SHORT) F-93372 1/2 FW F-58952 3/8”...
  • Page 34 F-93482 1/2” ZLW F-58954 1/2”-13 ZHN F-58952 3-8”-13 ZHN F-45224-Y 1/2”-13 X 5” ZHB F-58952 1/2”-13 ZHN PG1-CARDINAL RED PLASTIC END GUARDS HOS-02-04 1/4” LUBE LINE UG-100 SITE GLASS BRACKET KIT-001-01 SITE GLASS HAR-51-03-438-047 #6 P FW 38655 HCS 10 MM - 1.5 X 25 8.8 Z 90702 M10 - 1.5 FLANGE NUT ZP RULER...
  • Page 35 HCS 3/8 - 16 X1 Z5 O18-003 CHEATER Assembly Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 0091060 COUPLER F-93372 1/2 ZFW F-58954 1/2”-13 ZHN HAR-25-08 1/2-13 ZHN TIR-01-08-40 TRAILER TIRE 4-150-04-00 TRACK STOPS O18-005-00-1 4 1/2” HUB O18-006-00-1 HFE-21 TRAILER FRAME WELDMENT...

  • Page 36: Blade Guide

    Blade Guide Item No Part No Description Qty. 976-001-01 S Guide Body 976-072-1 Long Shoe Holder 976-072-2 Short Shoe Holder F-59351 M4 x .7 Metric Hex Nut F-93392 3/8 flat washer USS larger, zink finish CP20-10A Guide Shoe (sold as pairs) 6200-2RS 6200-2RS Bearing F93370...
  • Page 37 Track Wheel Assembly Parts List 1071 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 976-019 TRACK WHEEL SHOULDER 976-026 BOLT 3/4” X1” X1/8” FW-6801 33092 3/4" ZFW 1168060 C-CLIP 6203-2RS 3/4” BEARING Site Glass Assembly Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
  • Page 38 Item No Part No Description 1B160SK 18” SHEAVE (RED) HF-49 Belting Crown Top SK-1-1/2 Q-BUSHING F-42836 Bolt Clutch Breakdown Parts List for HFE-21 Homesteader Item No Part No Description 11061199 DRUMS J-1416 BEARING ALT # 03000015 11301005 02400066 WASHER 01900004...
  • Page 39 Thank you for choosing We have an on-side technician available to answer any questions Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM WWW.HUD-SON.COM/CONTACT...

  • Page 40: Maintenance Notes

    MAINTENANCE NOTES...

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