Oliver 5018 User manual

5018
18” Cutoff Saw
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS .....................................................................1
WARNING LABEL ..........................................................................................2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LABEL ..................................................................4
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR WOODWORKING MACHINERY ...............5
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR WOODWORKING MACHINERY ...........7
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS ..................................................8
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT................................................................................9
CLEANING THE MACHINE ............................................................................9
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................10
CUTTING CAPACITY DIAGRAM ..................................................................11
ELECTRIC CONTROL SWITCHS ................................................................12
FOOT SWITCH.............................................................................................13
INSTALLING MACHINE................................................................................15
ADJUST MACHINE LEVELING ....................................................................16
CONNECT POWER WIRES .........................................................................17
AIR CIRCUIT CONNECTION .......................................................................19
FILTER/REGULATOR/LUBRICATOR UNIT ..................................................20
CONNECT DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM ..................................................21
MOUNTING INFEED AND OUTFEED CONVEYOR TABLE (OPTIONAL) ................22
LEVELING CONVEYOR TABLE TO MACHINE TABLE ................................25
ADJUSTING WORKING HEIGHT.................................................................27
ADJUSTING FENCE SQUARENESS TO SAWBLADE.................................28
SAW BLADE (OPTIONAL)............................................................................33
REPLACING THE SAWBLADE ....................................................................34
REPLCING V-BELT ......................................................................................36
IDENTIFICATION BEFORE OPERATION.....................................................38
OPERATION PROCEDURES .......................................................................39

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LUBRICATION..............................................................................................40
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................40
LONG SCREW AND DOOR LIMIT SWITCH.................................................41
TROUBLE SHOOTING.................................................................................42
ELECTRIC WIRING DIAGRAM ....................................................................43
AIR CIRCUIT DIAGRAM .............................................................................
PART LIST....................................................................................................45
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WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS

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WARNING LABEL (1)
The warning label "KEEP HANDS CLEAR", shown as above,
is attached to the sawblade front guard. It warns the operator
to keep hands out of this area.

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WARNING LABEL (2)
The warning label “Rotating blade hazard”. Do not operate
with guard removed. Lockout/ tagout before servicing",
shown as above, is attached to side guard. It warns the
operator do not operate the machine when the sawblade
guard is opened.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LABEL (3)
The label "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", shown as above, is
attached to the front of cabinet. It gives safety instructions for
operating the cut off saw.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR
WOODWORKING MACHINERY (1)
1. Know your machine. For your own safety, read the operation manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as specific
potential hazards pertinent to this machine.
2. Make sure the machine is properly grounded.
3. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard must be removed
for maintenance or cleaning, make sure it is properly reattached before
using the machine again.
4. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before
turning it on.
5. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and workbenches increase the
likelihood of an accident.
6. Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not use machine in damp or
wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well illuminated.
7. Keep children away. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from
work area.
8. Make workshop childproof. With padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
9. Do not force the machine. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
10. Use the right tools. Do not force the machine or attachments to do a job
for which they were not designed. Contact the manufacturer or distributor
if there is any question about the machine's suitability for a particular job.
11. Wear proper apparel. Avoid loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or jewelry which could be caught in moving parts. Nonstop
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
12. Always use safety glasses, also use face or dust mask if operations is
impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.
13. Secure work.
14. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR
WOODWORKING MACHINERY (2)
15. Maintain machine in top conditions. Keep machine clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions or lubricating and changing
accessories.
16. Disconnect machine form power source. Before servicing and when
changing accessories, or when mounting and remounting motor.
17. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in the "off" position before
plugging in power cord.
18. Use recommended accessories. Consult the operation manual for
recommended accessories.
19. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to make sure that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other condition that may affect its operation. Guards or other parts
that are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. Never leave machine running unattended. Turn power off. Do not leave
the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
21. Do not use machine while under the effects of drags, alcohol, or any
medication.
22. Always wear a face or dust mask if operates a lot of saw dust and or wood
chips. Always operate the machine in a well ventilated area and provide
for proper dust removal. Use a wood dust collection system whenever
possible.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate until you have read
thoroughly and understood completely all
instructions, rules etc. contained in this manual.
Failure to comply can result in accidents involving
fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Keep
this operation manual and review frequently for
continuous safe operations.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
WOODWORKING MACHINERY
1. Read and understand the operation manual before operation.
2. Keep hands away the cutting area.
3. Always disconnect the power source before making any adjustments.
4. Do not operate the machine in case air pressure does not reach the
normal working pressure. Normal working pressure for this cut off saw is
5kg/cm2.
5. With the saw motor running try to press the foot switch and check if the
motion cycle is normal or not.
6. Make sure the height of the hold-down clamp is properly adjusted.
7. Make sure the sawblade running direction is correct.
8. Do not cut warped wood. The workpiece must be sit flat on the table
without rocking.
9. When cutting long workpiece, use infeed and outfeed conveyor table for
support.
10. The cut piece is removed by pulling it out or pushing it out with a wood
stick.
11. Never try to remove the cut-off piece until the power is off and sawblade
has stopped.
12. Always use fence to position and guide workpiece. Do not use hands to
support the work.

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING
CONTENTS
The cut-off saw is shipped complete in one wooden crate in addition to
infeed and outfeed conveyor tables.
Carefully unpack the machine and ensure that all parts are present and free of
damaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your local dealer
immediately. Do not attempt to assemble or operate the machine without all
components present and in working order.

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
⚫Sawblade
⚫Infeed and outfeed roller conveyor, length as required.
⚫Safety guard.
CLEANING THE MACHINE
After the machine is unpacked, remove the rust preventative oil that coats the
machine with a cloth soaked in kerosene. Do not use gasoline or lacquer
thinner, as this can damage the painted parts of the machine.

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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM 18”CUT-OFF SAW
Cutting capacity (thickness x width)
2" x 12", 3" x 11", 4" x 10"
Cycle speed
45 strokes/min
Cycle operation
Air
Saw blade size (optional)
18"
Saw arbor diameter 1"
Saw blade speed 3600 RPM
Dust exhaust diameter Ø 4"
Motor 7 1/2 HP/10HP
Table size 660 x 700 mm
Net weight
350 kgs
Gross weight
410 kgs
Packing dimensions (L x W x H)
940 x 850 x 1350 mm
* We reserve the right to modify design without prior notice.

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CUTTING CAPACITY DIAGRAM

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ELECTRIC CONTROL SWITCHS
1. SAWBLADE START SWITCH:
Press this switch for starting the sawblade running.
2. SAWBLADE STOP SWITCH:
Press this switch for stopping the sawblade.
3. AIR POWER SWITCH:
Turn this switch to ON position, and then air enters into the air circuit.
Turn this switch to OFF position for shutting off air pressure.
1. SAWBLADE START
SWITCH
2. SAWBLADE
STOP SWITCH
3. AIR POWER
SWITCH

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FOOT SWITCH (1)
The machine operation is controlled by a foot switch. When operator treadles on
the foot switch one time then release it, motion sequences are performed as
below:
1. The clamp comes down to hold the workpiece.
2. The sawblade rises up to cut off the workpiece.
3. After cutting, the sawblade lowers under the table.
4. The clamp rises up to release the workpiece.

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FOOT SWITCH (2)
When the operator keeps on pressing the foot switch about over 1 minute, motion
sequences are performed as below:
1. The clamp come down to bold the workpiece.
2. The sawblade rises up to cut off the workpiece.
3. After cutting, the sawblade will not lower under the table.
When this problem occurs, correct it by pressing the emergency stop switch to
lower the sawblade.
FOOT SWITCH

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INSTALLING MACHINE
The cut-off saw does not need to be bolted into the concrete floor, however a solid
and plan enough concrete floor is requested.
Leave proper space around the machine for conveniently handling the material to
be cut.
Make leveling adjustment after the machine has been located at the work site.

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ADJUST MACHINE LEVELING
To perform the machine leveling adjustment, place a precision level gauge on
the table. Turn the leveling screw by using an open and wrench, located under
the 4 corners of the cabinet.
LEVELING SCREW
(INSIDE OF THE CABINET)

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TO POWER
SOURCE
CONNECT POWER WIRES (1)
This machine has been factory test by using the proper voltage before
shipment. Before the machine is connected with the factory power, be sure
the power supply is the proper voltage, hertz and phase as the machine
prewired.
Connect the power wires to "R.S.T" contacts in the junction box, located at back
side of the machine cabinet. After the power wires are connected, try to start the
saw blade running by pressing the saw blade start switch, and then press the
saw blade stop switch for immediately stopping the sawblade. At this time check
to see if the sawblade runs to the correct direction as the arrow sign indicated.
JUNCTION BOX CONTROL PANEL
SAWBLADE
START SWITCH
SAWBLADE
STOP SWITCH
AIR POWER
SWITCH
GROUND WIRE