woodmizer SlabMizer MB200 User manual

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machine. Read the entire Assembly and Operations
manual prior to operating the machine.
This is a Quick Start Guide. The Quick Start Guide
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Slab Flattener
Model MB200
Quick Start Guide
Form #2411
SlabMizer

Safety
Before assembling, setting up, or operating the device. Review
this safety information.
Safety Symbols
The following symbols and signal words call your attention to
instructions concerning your personal safety. Be sure to observe
and follow these instructions.
DANGER! indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING! suggests a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION! refers to potentially hazardous situations
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury or damage to equipment.
NOTICE indicates vital information.
Safety Instructions
OWNER/OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITY
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.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•NOTICE Read the entire Operator's Manual before operating
this equipment.
• Note all safety warnings throughout this manual and those
posted on the machine.
• Be able to access this manual at all times while operating
this equipment.
• Read additional manufacturer’s manuals and observe their
applicable safety instructions.
• Only persons who have read and understood the entire
operator's manual should operate this equipment.
• This equipment is not intended for use by or around children.
It is the owner/operator's responsibility to comply with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and
regulations regarding the ownership, operation, and
transporting your equipment.
Operators should become thoroughly familiar with and comply
with these applicable laws for operating and transporting
equipment.
WEAR SAFETY CLOTHING
WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry
before operating the slab flattener.
WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection
when handling cutters.
WARNING! Always wear eye, ear, and foot protection
when operating or servicing the slab flattener.
WARNING! Some woods require respiration protection
when operating the slab flattener. It is the operator’s
responsibility to know which woods require
respiration protection.
KEEP SLAB FLATTENER AND AREA AROUND SLAB
FLATTENER CLEAN
WARNING! Maintain a clean and clear path for all
necessary movement around the slab flattener and
lumber stacking areas.
DISPOSE OF BY-PRODUCTS PROPERLY
NOTICE Always properly dispose of all by-products, including
sawdust and other debris, according to local ordinances.
CAUTIONS FOR SLAB FLATTENER SETUP
WARNING! Do not set up the slab flattener on ground
with more than a 10 degree incline. If setup on an
incline is necessary, put blocks under one side of the
slab flattener or dig out areas for the legs to keep slab
flattener level. Setting up the slab flattener on an incline
could cause it to tip over.
CHECK SLAB FLATTENER BEFORE OPERATION
WARNING! Make sure all guards and covers are in
place and secured before operating the slab flattener.
WARNING! Be sure the cutter housing and pulley
covers are in place and secure.
KEEP PERSONS AWAY
DANGER! Always be sure the cutter is disengaged and
all persons are out of the path of the cutter before
starting the motor.
WARNING! Keep all persons out of the path of moving
equipment and slabs when operating slab flattener or
loading and turning slabs.
KEEP HANDS AWAY
DANGER! Perform the power lockout procedure
according to OSHA regulation 1910.147 before
changing the cutter or performing any service to the
machine.
DANGER! Always disengage the cutter and shut off
the slab flattener motor before changing the cutter.
DANGER! Keep hands, feet, and other objects away
from cutter guards when operating slab flattener.
DANGER! Stay a safe distance from rotating members
and make sure that loose clothing or long hair does not
engage rotating members resulting in possible injury.

WARNING! Turn off the motor whenever the slab
flattener is not cutting.
KEEP SAFETY LABELS IN GOOD CONDITION
CAUTION! Always be sure that all safety decals are
clean and readable. Replace all damaged safety
decals to prevent personal injury or damage to the
equipment. Contact your local distributor, or call your
Customer Service Representative to order more
decals.
CAUTION! If replacing a component which has a
safety decal affixed to it, ensure the new component
also has the safety decal affixed.
USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH HEAVY SLABS
WARNING! Always make sure material is clamped
securely before processing.
Assembly
For complete details, refer to "Slab Flattener Assembly" in the
Assembly and Operations Manual.
STEP 1: Uncrate Slab Flattener
Disassemble shipping straps, remove bed sections from shipping
skid, and ensure all parts are present.
STEP 2: Assemble Bed Sections
Lay the bed sections end-to-end, slide the sections together, and
secure them.
STEP 3: Install to Assembled Bed Sections
• Install the side rails to the assembled bed sections.
• Attach the leg assemblies to the bed sections.
• Install the Head Stops at each end of the bed section.
• Position the clamps to best secure the slab being finished.
STEP 4: Adjust Legs
Adjust the leg height by loosening the upper jam nut and
tightening or loosening the lower adjustment nut.
STEP 5: Install onto Assembled Bed
• Place the Head onto the assembled bed section.
• Secure the Head to the bed assembly by installing the Head
Retainers.
• Connect the Feed Chain to the tensioners and run it under
and around the drive sprockets.
Setup
For complete details, refer to "Slab Flattener Setup" in the Assem-
bly and Operations Manual.
STEP 1: Set Up Bed Frame
Adjust the frame legs to level the Slab Flattener, using a string
and spacers to measure the distance between the rails.
STEP 2: Install Electrical Connections
Prepare your site for installation of your slab flattener, ensuring
cables are properly secured, and a qualified electrician installs the
power supply and is present for installation of the slab flattener.
STEP 3: Install Vacuum Hose
Secure the Vacuum Hose to the Vacuum Hose Arm.

Operation
For complete details, refer to "Slab Flattener Assembly and Oper-
ations" in the Operations Manual
STEP 1: Turn on Slab Flattener
Place the Disconnect Switch in the ON position, turn the Key
Switch to the ON position, and disengage the E-Stop.
STEP 2: Use Feed Controls
• Use the Joystick (Left - Right) motion to control Power Feed
movement. Control speed with the variable speed control on
the pendant.
• Use the Joystick (Up - Down) motion to control Cross Feed
movement. The Cross Feed speed has a set rate.
STEP 3: Use Cutter Head Controls
• Manually control the Cutter Head Up & Down Motion with the
Hand Turning Wheel located on the top of the Head.
• Activate the Slab Flattener’s Cutter Head using the Motor
Start and Stop buttons located on the Control Pendant.
STEP 4: Convert Slab Flattener to Manual Operation
• Loosen the Drive Belt Tensioner Knob, pivot the Drive Motor
up, then tighten the tensioner knob to secure the drive motor.
• Remove the Cross Feed Drive Rope from the rope mount
and remove the rope from around the drive pulleys.
• Manually control the Cross Feed and Power Feed of the slab
flattener using the handles located on the operator side of
the Head.
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