
Operation and Maintenance
Starting The Engine
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual is provided as a supplement to the equipment manufacturer’s manuals. This manual provides information spe-
cific to the use of this equipment on the Wood-Mizer® sawmill. Refer to the sawmill operator’s manual and manufacturer's
manual before attempting to operate this equipment.
NOTICE Read the sawmill operator’s manual and engine manufacturer’s manual for instructions
and safety precautions before operating this equipment.
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.
SECTION 1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
1.1 Starting The Engine
DANGER! Always be sure the blade is disengaged and clear the path of the blade before starting
the engine. Failure to do so will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Operate your engine/machine only in well ventilated areas.Exhaust gases can cause
nausea, delirium and potentially death unless adequate ventilation is present.
DANGER! Never operate an engine with a fuel or oil leak. The leaking fuel or oil could potentially
come in contact with hot surfaces and ignite into flames.
WARNING! Do not operate engine without proper and operational spark arrester/muffler. Sparks
emitted from the engine exhaust could ignite surrounding materials, causing serious injury or
death.
CAUTION! EPA Compliant Gas Tanks Only: Always relieve all fuel pressure inside the tank prior
to filling or connecting fuel fittings. Failure to do so may result in fuel spillage.
CAUTION! EPA Compliant Gas Tanks Only: Disconnect the fuel tank when not in use, or engine
flooding or fuel spillage may result
1. See the engine manufacturer’s manual for lubricating oil recommendations for specific temperature ranges.
2. Use #2 or better quality diesel fuel for above freezing starting. Use a #1 quality diesel fuel for below freezing starting.
3. Turn the key switch to the on (#1) position.
4. Turn the key switch to the start (#2) position and release.
ENGINE SHUTOFF
1. Disengage the clutch handle to stop the blade if necessary.
2. Turn the key switch to the off (#0) position.
Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for maintenance intervals and procedures unless otherwise instructed in this manual.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for dusty conditions.
NOTICE This manual only provides information about additional procedures or procedures to be
performed at different time intervals than found in the manufacturer's manuals. Refer to the man-
ufacturer's manual for complete maintenance instructions.
1.2 Safety
Use caution when performing maintenance or service to the engine.