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MD400, MD500 Chip Extractor: Safety, Operation, Maintenance, and Parts Manual MD400EA3U MD400EA3U-SYS MD400EB3U MD400EB3U-SYS MD500EB5U MD500EB5U-SYS REV B1.00 - Current Safety is our #1 concern! Form #2358-US WARNING! Read and understand this manual before using this machine.
SECTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY Safety Symbols ..................2-1 Safety Instructions.................. 2-1 SECTION 3 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications of MD400 and MD500 chip extractors ......3-1 Overall dimensions ................3-3 SECTION 4 SETUP Attaching the Chip Extractor ..............4-1 Optional Cyclone Twin Bag Collector Assembly........4-1 SECTION 5 OPERATION General Use....................
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Table of Contents Section-Page MD400, MD500 4/14/21 Table of Contents...
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Limited Product Warranty Wood-Mizer LLC (“Warrantor”), an Indiana corporation with its principal place of business at 8180 West Tenth Street, Indianapolis, IN 46214-2400 USA, warrants to the purchaser (“Purchaser”) that for the time periods specifically stated herein and subject to the terms, conditions and limitations stated herein, the equipment manufactured by the Warrantor will be free from defects in material and workmanship attributable to Warrantor so long as, during the warranty periods stated herein, the equipment is installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions provided by Warrantor.
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION About This Manual ® This manual replaces any previous information received on your Wood-Mizer equipment. The information and instructions in this manual do not amend or extend the limited warranties for the equipment given at the time of purchase.
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Introduction Getting Service WM doc 4/14/21 Introduction...
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 LLC 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 maintenance to the equipment.
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General Safety Observe ALL Safety Instructions WM doc 4/14/21 General Safety...
Specifications Specifications of MD400 and MD500 chip extractors SECTION 3 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications of MD400 and MD500 chip extractors Wood-Mizer chip extractors nomenclature is given in the table below. Chip Extractor Model MD400EA3U MD400EB3U MD500EB5U Motor Type Electric Motor Electric Motor...
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Specifications Specifications of MD400 and MD500 chip extractors MD500 Overview: TD-MD500-01 Output port 2x8" Outlet (310-501) 10" Outlet (537890-US) Input port 10" Inlet (537899-US) 5x4" + 1x5" Inlet (310-010-US) 3x4", 1x5" Inlet (537853-US) FIG. 3-2 When using a collection system, keep in mind: Check your local waste disposal codes before designing your chip collection sys- tem.
Specifications Overall dimensions Overall dimensions The overall dimensions of both MD400 and MD500 chip extractors and the bagging system are shown below (all dimensions in foot-inches). MD 400 Layout FIG. 3-3 MD500 Layout FIG. 3-4 Specifications WM doc 4/14/21...
Setup Attaching the Chip Extractor SECTION 4 SETUP Attaching the Chip Extractor NOTICE Do not use your Chip Extractor if flexible hoses are not attached to it. All unused ports must be securely blocked off. Do not run your Chip Extractor with open ports.
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Setup Optional Cyclone Twin Bag Collector Assembly FIG. 4-2 2. Attach the hose adapter to the frame with 4 of the long screws with lock washers. Use the lower 4 holes. 3. Position the leg with the cutout on the corner by the hose adapter as shown below: FIG.
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Setup Optional Cyclone Twin Bag Collector Assembly 6. Attach the remaining 3 legs with the short screws, flat washers and nuts. 7. Insert the rods into the bag bands as shown below: FIG. 4-5 8. Place the bag bands with rods into the bags as shown below: FIG.
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Setup Optional Cyclone Twin Bag Collector Assembly 10. Place bag locks over the frame openings as shown below: FIG. 4-7 11. Place the bags over the frame openings by inserting the rods into the mounting holes as shown above: 12. Tuck the bag between the frame openings and the bag locks. 13.
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Setup Optional Cyclone Twin Bag Collector Assembly 15. Swing the square trash bag bracket down by unclipping two latches holding the bracket. 16. Place the trash bag through the bracket as shown below: FIG. 4-9 NOTE: Ensure that the trash bag full covers the bracket or leakage may occur. 17.
Check your chip extractor as soon as you receive it. Report any transport damage to the transport company imme- diately. Spare parts should be sourced through Wood-Mizer. All electrical installation, service and/or maintenance should be performed by a qualified electrician.
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Operation Collection System Operation 1. Connect outlet hose to collection system inlet with hose clamps. 2. Turn on extraction system. 3. Monitor the fill rate of the collection bags. If one bag is filling faster than the other one, turn the flow adjustment knob to even the flow rate.
Troubleshooting Guide General Troubleshooting SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE General Troubleshooting DANGER! Disconnect power before clearing debris or any other maintenance activity. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death. Follow the OSHA lockout procedures reprinted in the Safety section. Keep hands away from the knives.
Troubleshooting Guide Extractor Optimization Problem Possible Cause Solution Motor has overheated Motor amperage too high and • System running with little to no resistance. Do not tripped overload protector run the extractor without inlet and outlet hosing. Seal all unused ports. •...
From the continental U.S., call 1-800-525-8100 to order parts. Have your customer number, serial number (VIN when applicable), and part numbers ready when you call. From international locations, contact the Wood-Mizer distributor in your area for parts. General Information...
General Information Motor/Fan Drive, 3kW, Three-Phase Motor/Fan Drive, 3kW, Three-Phase 123260 DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. ASSY, MD400 MOTOR/FAN DRIVE, 3KW, 3PH 123260 Washer, .35IDx2.00ODx1/8 123357 Gasket, Front Mount 537839-US Plate, Motor Mount, 90 Frame...
General Information Motor Starter Motor Starter 123393 DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. ASSY, MOTOR STARTER, 1PH (MD400EA3U) 123392 ASSY, MOTOR STARTER, 3PH (MD400EB3U) 123393 ASSY, MOTOR STARTER, 3PH(MD500EB5U) 123394 Screw, M5-.8x25mm SHBC F05020-38 Bolt, M8x1.25x20mm SHCS F05005-150 Washer, M8 Flat F05026-4...
General Information 3x4", 1x5" Inlet 3x4", 1x5" Inlet 537853-US DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. ASSY, 3X4", 1X5" INLET 537853-US Clamp, Worm, 3 1/8 - 6 Dia 123356 Cap, 4" OD 123295 Cap, 5" OD 123296 Bolt, M8x1.25x20mm SHCS F05005-150...
General Information Mounting Feet 7.14 Mounting Feet 537871-US DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. ASSY, MOUNTING FEET 537905-US ASSY, MOUNTING FEET 537830-US Bracket, Large Stand (537905-US only) 537871-US 537833-US Bracket, Small Stand (537830-US only) Washer, M8 Flat F05026-4 Bolt, M8x1.25x20mm SHCS F05005-150...
General Information Bagging System 7.15 Bagging System 301-008-US DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. 2 BAG DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM W/FILTER 301-008-US Bracket, Top Table 123297 Caster, Swivel, 2ODx2 5/8 Height 123298 Collection Bag (65 Gallon) 123318 General Information WM doc 4/14/21...
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General Information Bagging System DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. Assy, Bag Clamp 123365 Assy, 8" Outlet 537870-US Weldment, Bagging 537950-US Bracket, Leg 537972-US Bracket, Leg 537973-US Weldment, Flow Diverter 537974-US Knob, M8 537977-US Weldment, Filter Upright 537980-US Rod, Filter Stand 537981-US...
General Information Bag Clamp 7.16 Bag Clamp 123365 DESCRIPTION (♦ Indicates Parts Available in Assemblies Only) PART # QTY. ASSY, BAG CLAMP 123365 Latch, Draw 123363 Flat, Foam 123366 Bracket, Latch Mount 537958-US Bracket, Bag Lock 537961-US Weldment, Bag Clamp 537969-US Bolt, #6-32x3/8 Socket BH F05004-65...
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