TMG TMG-PSM27 User manual

MODEL TMG-PSM27
27" CUTTING CAPACITY
PORTABLE SAWMILL
KOHLER COMMAND PRO SERIES ENGINE
PRODUCT MANUAL
V2022.08.05
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Check against the parts list to make sure all parts are received
Wear proper safety goggles or other protective gears while in assembly
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Contents
GENERAL SAFETY RULES................................................................................................................................................................................3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................................................7
SAWMILL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................................................................8
Inspection.........................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Tracks................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Log Dog & Supports.......................................................................................................................................................................................10
Carriage Assembly.........................................................................................................................................................................................12
Electric Wire Connect.....................................................................................................................................................................................24
Engine..............................................................................................................................................................................................................25
SAWMILL SET-UP PROCEDURES..................................................................................................................................................................26
Belt Tension....................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Blade Tracking................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Blade Guide Adjustment................................................................................................................................................................................31
Blade Tension.................................................................................................................................................................................................32
SAWMILL MAINTENANCE.............................................................................................................................................................................34
Changing the Blade........................................................................................................................................................................................34
Replacing Belts...............................................................................................................................................................................................34
TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................................................................................................36
PART DIAGRAMS............................................................................................................................................................................................37
PARTS LIST.....................................................................................................................................................................................................39
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Thank you very much for choosing the TMG-PSM27 Portable Sawmill. For future reference, please
complete the owner’s purchase date:
Save the receipt for warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual
to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This machine is designed for certain applications only. We strongly recommend this machine is
not modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have
any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first
contacted us to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
For technical questions and replacement parts, please contact TMG Industrial-A division of
Transcan Motorsports Inc.
INTENDED USE
This sawmill is designed for sawing logs while the mill is firmly supported on the ground.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item
Description
Engine
14 HP Kohler
Maximum Log Diameter
27" (685mm)
Maximum Board Width
21-1/2" (548mm)
Blade Size
1-1/4 x 144" (32 x 3658mm)
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.
WARNING: Only operate the engine in a well ventilated area. Carbon Monoxide produced
by the engine during use can kill. Do not use indoors, near windows or in other sheltered areas.
NOTE: All Federal and Statelaws and any regulation having jurisdictioncovering the safety
requirements for use of the machine take precedence over the statements in this manual. Users of
this machine must adhere to such regulations.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause accidents.
Do not use your sawmill where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g. in the presence
of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical hazards in your
work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from the operator’s view that
may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage.
Be alert of your surroundings. Using power tools in confined work areas may put you
dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE SAFETY
WARNING:Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and
fueling. Read and follow the warning instructions in the engine Owner’s Manual and the safety
guidelines below. Failure to follow the warnings and safety standards could result in severe injury
ordeath.
DO NOT run the machine indoors or in an enclosed area such as a deep trench unless adequate
ventilation, through such items as exhaust fans or hoses, is provided. Exhaust gas from the
engine contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure to carbon monoxide can cause loss
of consciousness and may lead to death.
DO NOT smoke while operating the machine.
DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine.
DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine.
DO NOT refuel the engine near an open flame.
DO NOT spill fuel when refueling the engine.
DO NOT run the engine near open flames.
ALWAYS refill the fuel tank in a well ventilated area.
ALWAYS replace the fuel tank cap after refueling.
ALWAYS check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracks before starting the engine. Do
not run the machine if fuel leaks are present or the fuel lines areloose.
ALWAYS avoid contact with hot fuel, oil, exhaust fumes and solid surfaces.
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PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
Donot use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields which
comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust mask in dusty
work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes,
hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
Do not over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before connecting to the power supply or turning on the tool.
A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Never make blade guide adjustments, remove or install blades or conduct any other maintenance
or make any other adjustments when the engine is running.Always shut the engine off, remove the
ignition key, and keep the engine off before carrying out any of the aforementioned procedures.
Consult your engine manual for safe shutdown procedures to prevent accident ignition.
TOOL USE AND CARE
Always be sure operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operation techniques
before using machine.
Never touch the engine or muffler while the engine is on or immediately after it has been turned off.
These areas get hot and may cause burns.
Always close fuel valve on engines when machine is not being operated.
Avoid “kick-back” by knowing what conditions can create it.
Do not force the tool. Tools do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are
designed.
Never use the sawmill with a malfunctioning switch or throttle. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired beforeusing.
Turn off the engine and place the switch in the locked or off position before servicing,
adjusting,installing accessories or attachments, or storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Secure logs with the log screw clamping device instead of with your hand or another individual’s
help. This safety precaution allows for proper tool operation using bothhands.
Storing sawmill.When the sawmill is not in use, store it in a dry, secure place or keep well covered
and out of the reach of children. Inspect the sawmill for good working condition prior to storage
and before re-use.
Maintain your sawmill. It is recommended that the general condition of the sawmill be examined
before it is used. Keep your sawmill in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair
and maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found in this manual. If any
abnormal vibrations or noise occurs, turn the sawmill off immediately and have the problem
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corrected before further use.
Keep saw blades sharp and clean. Properly maintained band saw blades are less likely to bind and
are easier to control.
Cleaning and Lubrication. Use only soap and a damp cloth to clean your sawmill. Many household
cleaners are harmful to plastic and rubber components on thesawmill.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for another sawmill may create a risk of injury when used on the GT26 sawmill.
Always operate machine with all safety devices and guards in place and in working order. DO NOT
modify or make changes to safety devices. DO NOT operate machine if any safety devices or
guards are missing or inoperative.
Never leave sawmill running unattended.
Coiled blades can spring apart with considerable force and unpredictably in any direction.Always
deal with coiled blades, including those packaged in boxes, with the utmost care.
Never use the equipment to cut anything other than lumber or for any purpose other than cutting
lumber as described in this manual.
START UP PROCEDURE - EQUIPMENT OPERATION
1. Wear heavy-duty work gloves, ANSI-approved goggles behind a full face shield, steel-toed work
boots, and a dust mask.
2. Operate only with assistance.
3. Ensure guide blocks are tight and track is level
4. Fill the lubrication tank with clean water and washing up detergent .
5. Start and operate the engine according to the provided engine manual.
6. Depress the throttle to bring the blade up to full speed.
7. Throttle should be fully depressed when the saw is under load .
8. Cut branches off the lumber to be processed.
9. WARNING: to avoid death or serious injury. Do not cut lumber with foreign objects in it such as
nails, any metal pieces, etc.
10. Place the lumber to be cut on the supports.
11. WARNING: The operator and any assistants must stay clear of the front and back of the blade
whenever the engine is on.
12. Move the saw head slowly along the track and against the lumber to make the cut.
13. Trim off the rounded sides of the log.
14. When the log is squared-off, boards or posts can be cut to customspecifications.
15. Toprevent accidents, turn off the engine and disconnect its spark plug wire after use. Wait for
the engine to cool, clean external parts with a clean cloth, then store the equipment out of
children’s reach.
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MAINTENANCE
Proper and routine maintenance is critical to operator safety, achieving good milling results and to
prolonging the life of your investment.
1. Band wheel Bearings — Should be inspected before use to ensure they are not worn. Bearings are
sealed and do not need to be greased.
2. Blade Guide Bearings — Inspect before use for excessive grooves or scoring inthe
bearing case. Replace if necessary.
3. Blade Tension — Grease threads of tensioning “T” handle when dry or as required. Use multi-
purpose, extreme-pressure grease.
4. Log Screws — Grease frequently.
5. Belts — Periodically check the condition and wear of the drive and idler belt. Ensure that the blade
does not ride on the band-wheels.
6. Drive Belt — Periodically check the tension of the drive belt. It should deflect by no more than 1/2".
7. Saw-Head Locking Cam Handles — Grease assembly every 30 days or as required.
8. Saw-Head Vertical Posts — Spray posts before use with a silicone spray lubricant such as 3- in-1
or Jig-A-Loo.
9. Band-Wheel Guards — Routinely remove any build-up of sawdust that may collect inside the band-
Wheel guards.
10. Lubrication Tank — Only fill with a water/washing up detergent mixture(one to two caps) or in
winter months, use windshield washer fluid. Do not leave lubricant in tank if temperatures fall
below 0 degrees Celsius.
11. Blade Lubricant — Never use diesel fuel or kerosene as blade lubricant. These substances lead
to premature wear of your belts and poor sawing performance. For winter operations, replace the
water lubricant with windshield washer fluid.
12. Engine — Check the engine oil level before each use and maintain the engine as per the
instructions set out by the engine manufacturer in the engine manual.
13. Sawhead Lifting Cables — Regularly before, during and after operations, inspect the cables for
any wear or kinks. Ensure that the cables are in perfect condition. Oil coiled part of cable often
to prevent premature wear. Replace with new cables as necessary.
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SAWMILL ASSEMBLY
#1 – INSPECTION
Take all of the parts out of the shipping crate and lay them out.
#2 – TRACKS
Assemble track system and secure loosely with provided nuts & bolts. It is important not to fully
tighten the bolts at this stage. This will be done after the head is assembled and rolled along the
track. It is ideal to assemble the tracks on a solid and level footing that is a minimum of 4” off of
the ground – We recommend you attach the leveling legs to sleepers which we discuss later in the
instruction manual). This will allow for easy cleanup of sawdust from under the tracks and height
adjustment of the log supports and also easier leveling of the track.
1.Install leveling feet and fasteners to the track, and install the sliding tube base on the track,repeat
the above installation until all four are complete
L track: 4
Feet: 12
Sliding tube base: 4
Hexagon flange bolts: M10x30 8
Nuts: M10 8
Nuts: M16 24
Limit Plate (4)
Vertical Short Support (2)
Track A (2)
Vertical Long Support (2)
Feet (12)
Log Support (2)
Log Clamp (2)
Track B (2)
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2.Attach track cross supports to “L” channel with the provided nuts & bolts. The joining plate is
used at the seam joint to join the two sections together (shown in right-down image). Ensure to only
hand tighten at this stage. The bolts will be fully tightened once the head assembly is free to roll on
the tracks and provide the correct track width.
3.Assemble carriage stops at the ends of the tracks (4 stops total) and tighten.
Hexagon flange bolts: M10x30 8
Nu t s : M1 0 8
Hexagon flange bolts: M10x30 16
Nuts: M10 16
Hexagon flange bolts: M10x30 16
Nuts: M10 16
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#3 – LOG DOG & SUPPORTS
Assemble log dog pieces as shown below and use water proof grease on threaded handle
and “T” handle.
Attach assembly to the track using the provided nuts & bolts and tighten.Attach log dog assembly to
track as shown below with the 4 nuts and bolts provided. Note that there are various locations along
the track where this assembly can be bolted. Depending on how many track sections are being used,
select a log clamp position that will secure the log firmly against the log supports.
Insert log supports into track cross supports and secure with “T” handles. The “T” handle threads
should be coated with waterproof grease. The sawmill includes two sets of log supports – a short
set and a long set. The longer set is ideal for larger logs and the shorter set is ideal for small logs
and square cants.
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