woodmizer LT15WB E15 Manual instruction

Wood-Mizer®
Safety, Setup, Operation
& Maintenance Manual
LT15WB E15 rev. A1.00
LT15WB G25 rev. A1.00
LT15WB D17 rev. A1.00
Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety
information and instructions before operating, setting up or
maintaining this machine.
Form #792
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This is the original language
for the manual.

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Sawmill and Customer Identification
Each Wood-Mizer LT15 sawmill is identified with a revision and VIN numbers.
V.I.N. DESCRIPTION
MODEL & REVISION NUMBERS DESCRIPTION
456 A 5 24 1 X H P A F9 017 F9 .01
LT15
Base Model
G25
Engine/Motor
A1.
Major Revision Code
00
Minor Revision
Model Type
Revision Number
Configuration
Code
Company Identification Number
456=Wood-Mizer Indiana
Weight Class; A=Under 1300 kg, B=1301-1800 kg,
C=1801-2200 kg, D=2201-3000kg, X- Stationary.
Product No.; 1=LT10/15, 2=LT20 Series,
4=LT40 Series, 7=LT70 Series
Length of the Trailer;
20= 20’ (6 m), 24=24’ (7 m), 35=35’ (11 m)
Number of axles on the trailer
Year of Manufacture;
N=2015, P=2016, R=2017, S=2018, T=2019
State of Manufacture
N=Indiana, P=Poland
Month of Manufacture
A=January, B=February, C=March, etc...
Revision Level
Sequence Number
Ranging from 000-999
End of 17-Digit VIN
Revision Level (Repeated)
Two-Digit Minor Revision Level
Check Digit
Add all the number and divide by 11

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When you pick up your mill, you will receive a customer number. The VIN number,
revision, and your customer number expedite our service to you. Please write these
numbers below so you have quick, easy access to them.
IMPORTANT! Read the entire Operator's Manual before
operating the sawmill. Take notice of all safety warnings
throughout this manual and those posted on the machine.
Keep this manual with this machine at all times, regardless
of ownership.
Customer No. Model Type VIN No. Revision Number
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Table of Contents Section-Page
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General Contact Information
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SECTION 1 SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1
1.1 Blade Handling.......................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Sawmill Setup............................................................................................................ 1-2
1.3 Sawmill Operation..................................................................................................... 1-2
1.4 Sawmill Maintenance ................................................................................................ 1-4
1.5 Safety Instructions..................................................................................................... 1-5
Observe Safety Instructions
Wear Safety Clothing
Keep sawmill And Area Around sawmill Clean
Dispose Of Sawing By-Products Properly
Check sawmill Before Operation
Keep Persons Away
Keep Hands Away
Use Proper Maintenance Procedures
Keep Safety Labels In Good Condition
1.6 Blade Sizes .............................................................................................................. 1-14
1.7 Cutting Capacity...................................................................................................... 1-15
1.8 Engine/Motor Specifications ................................................................................... 1-15
1.9 Noise Level.............................................................................................................. 1-15
1.10 Dust Extractor Specifications................................................................................. 1-16
1.11 Overall Dimensions ................................................................................................. 1-17
1.12 Components............................................................................................................. 1-18
SECTION 2 SETUP & OPERATION 2-1
2.1. Sawmill Setup.........................................................................................2-1
2.2 Replacing The Blade ................................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Tensioning The Blade................................................................................................ 2-3
2.4 Tracking The Blade ................................................................................................... 2-3
2.5 Starting The Motor .................................................................................................... 2-5
2.6 Loading, Turning, And Clamping Logs .................................................................... 2-5
2.7 Up/Down Operation .................................................................................................. 2-8
2.8 Blade Guide Arm Operation...................................................................................... 2-9
2.9 Feed Operation ........................................................................................................ 2-10
2.10 Clutch Operation ..................................................................................................... 2-11
2.11 Cutting The Log ...................................................................................................... 2-12
2.12 Edging...................................................................................................................... 2-13
2.13 Blade Height Scale .................................................................................................. 2-13
2.14 Water Lube Operation ............................................................................................. 2-15
2.15 Transporting the Sawmill ........................................................................................ 2-17

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SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE 3-1
3.1 Wear Life................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Blade Guides ............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.3 Sawdust Removal ..................................................................................................... 3-1
3.4 Carriage Track, Wiper & Scrapers ............................................................................ 3-2
3.5 Vertical Mast Rails.................................................................................................... 3-3
3.6 Miscellaneous ............................................................................................................ 3-3
3.7 Blade Wheel Belts ..................................................................................................... 3-4
3.8 Drive Belt Adjustment............................................................................................... 3-4
3.9 Up/Down System....................................................................................................... 3-6
3.10 Maintenance chart ................................................................................................... 3-10
SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 4-1
4.1 Sawing Problems....................................................................................................... 4-1
SECTION 5 SAWMILL ALIGNMENT 5-1
5.1 Routine Alignment Procedure ................................................................................... 5-1
Blade Installation
Saw Head Tilt
Blade Guide Arm Alignment
Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment
Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment
Blade Guide Flange Spacing
Side Support Alignment
Blade Height Scale Adjustment
5.2 Complete Alignment Procedure .............................................................5-9
Frame Setup
Blade Installation
Blade Wheel Alignment
Blade Guide Installation
Blade Guide Arm Alignment
Blade Guide Deflection
Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment
Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment
Blade Guide Flange Spacing
Side Support Alignment
Blade Height Scale Adjustment

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Getting Service
Wood-Mizer is committed to providing you with the latest technology, best quality and strongest
customer service available on the market today. We continually evaluate our customers’ needs to
ensure we’re meeting current wood-processing demands. Your comments and suggestions are
welcome.
General Contact Information
From Europe call your local distributor or our European Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in
Koło, Nagórna 114 St, Poland at [phone]. From the continental U.S., call our U.S.
Headquarter 8180 West 10th St.Indianapolis, IN 46214, toll-free at 1-800-525-8100. Ask to speak
with a Customer Service Representative. Please have your machine identification number and your
customer number ready when you call. The Service Representative can help you with questions
about the operation and maintenance of your machine. He also can schedule you for a service call.
Office Hours:
Please have your vehicle identification number and your customer number ready when you call.
Wood-Mizer will accept these methods of payment:
Visa, Mastercard, or Discover
COD
Prepayment
Net 15 (with approved credit)
Be aware that shipping and handling charges may apply. Handling charges are based on size and
quantity of order.
Technical data are subject to change without prior notice.
Actual product may differ from product images. Some illustrations show machines with optional
equipment.
Country Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday
Poland 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. Closed Closed
US 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. 8 a.m.- 12 p.m Closed

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Branches & Authorized Sales CentersWood-Mizer Locations (North and South America)
EUROPE UNITED STATES
European Headquarters
Wood-Mizer Industries Sp. z o.o.
Nagórna 114, 62-600 Koło, Poland
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.woodmizer.eu
World Headquarters
Wood-Mizer LLC
8180 West 10th Street
Indianapolis,Indiana 46214-2400,
USA
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.woodmizer.com
BELARUS
MOST-GRUPP
Siemashko 15, k.3
Minsk 2200116
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
SWITZERLAND Stefan Wespi
Maschinen u. Geräte
Spezialarbeiten GmbH
Eichistraße 4
6353 Weggis
Tel.: +41-(0)41 - 3900312
GSM: +41-(0)79 - 9643594
[email protected]
RUSSIA Dariusz Mikołajewski
OOO WOOD-MIZER INDUSTRIES
141031, Moscow
Reg., Mytishenski raj., pos. Veshki,
Zavodskaja str., 3B
Tel.Fax: [phone]
Tel.Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
BULGARIA Kalin Simeonov
Ecotechproduct
38 Star Lozenski pat str.
Sofia 1186
Tel.: [phone]
Tel.: [phone]
Tel:/Fax
: [phone]
Kalin Simeonov
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
HUNGARY Wiktor Turoczy
Wood-Mizer Hungary K.F.T.
Szonyi Ut 67., 2921 Komárom
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
RUSSIA Far East Wladimir Głazaczew
“WM Service”
Krasnoretchenskaya Str.111
680006 Khabarovsk
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]

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CROATIA Krešimir Pregernik
Pregimex d.o.o.
S. Batušiæa 31, 10090 Zagreb
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
Krešimir Pregernik
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
ITALY Pasquale Felice
Wood-Mizer Italia Srl
Cda. Capoiaccio SN
86012 Cercemaggiore
Campobasso
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
SERBIA Dragan Markov
Wood-Mizer Balkan d.o.o.
Svetosavska GA 3/3; P. Fah 25
23 300 Kikinda
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
CZECH REPUBLIC Miroslaw Greill
Wood-Mizer CZ s.r.o.
Osvaldova 91
339 01 Klatovy-Luby
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Miroslaw Greill
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
SLOVAKIA Wiktor Turoczy
Wood-Mizer Danubia s.r.o.
Hadovce 5, 94501 Komárno
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
CZECH REPUBLIC Lubomir Kudlik
Wood-Mizer Moravia
Sovadinova 6
69002 Breclav
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
Lubomir Kudlik
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
LATVIA Vilmars Jansons
OBERTS Ltd
Gaujas str. 32/2
LV-2167 Marupe, Rigas Raj.
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Vilmars Jansons
GSM: [phone]
Andris Orols
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
TURKEY
Er-Ka Ahsap Profil Kerestecilik San.
ve Tic. Ltd. Sti.
Adana Keresteciler Sitesi 191 sk No.41
ADANA
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
FINLAND Howard Blackbourn
Oy Falkberg Jordbruk Ab
Falkintie 220
25610 Ylonkyla
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Howard Blackbourn
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
LITHUANIA Andrius Zuzevicius
UAB Singlis
Savanoriu pr. 187, 2053 Vilnius
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Dmitrij Gaiduk
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
UKRAINE Ivan Vinnicki
MOST UKRAINA
bul. Myru 3, Bajkivtsi Ternoplskyj r-j
Ternopolska oblast
47711 Ukraine
Tel/Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
FRANCE Tizoc Chavez
Wood-Mizer France
556 chemin des Embouffus,
ZAC des Basses Echarrieres
38440 SAINT JEAN DE BOURNAY
Tel: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
Mail: [email protected]
NORWAY Odd Edvoll
Wood-Mizer Nordic AS
Vardelia 17, 2020 Skedsmokorset
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
e-mail: [email protected]
UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND
Wood-Mizer UK
Hopfield Barn
Kenward Road, Yalding
Kent ME18 6JP, UK
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
SLOVENIA Jan Fale
FAMTEH d.o.o.
Gacnikova pot 2,
2390 Ravne na Koroskem
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Jan Fale
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Matjaz Kolar
Tel.: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]

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GERMANY Klaus Longmuss
Wood-Mizer Sägewerke GmbH
Dorfstraße 5, 29485 Schletau
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Klaus Longmuss
Tel.: [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Subagent:
SWEDEN Kjell Larsson
Mekwood AB
Slingan 14, 812 41 Gästrike-Hammarby
Tel.: [phone]
Kjell Larsson
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
IRELAND
Wood-Mizer Ireland
Stephen Brennan
Cum Lahardane Ballina County Mayo
Tel:[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Subagents:
DENMARK Brian Jensen
Arnborgvej 9, 7330 Brande- Fasterholt
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Brian Jensen
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
ROMANIA Adrian Echert
SC WOOD-MIZER RO SRL
TRANSILVANIEI Nr. 5
Sibiu, Cisnadie 555300
Tel.:/Fax: : [phone]
GSM: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Regional Manager - Asia
Wood-Mizer Asia Pte Ltd.
James Wong
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
WWW: www.woodmizerasia.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Netherlands Chris Dragt
Lange Brink 77d,
7317 BD Apeldoorn
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Subagent:
ROMANIA M. Echert
S.C. Echert Comprod s.r.l
Str. Schitului Nr. 6, Apt.7 etajul-1
725 70 Vatra Dornei, Romania
Tel.:/Fax: [phone]
Tel. : [phone]
Regional Manager - Africa
Wood-Mizer Africa
Jean-Jacques Oelofse
UNIT 3, LEADER PARK, NO: 20 CHARIOT
ROAD
STORMILL, EXT 5, Roodepoort,
Johannesburg
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Jean-Jacques Oelofse E-mail:
[email protected]
Jean-Jacques Oelofse
Skype:jean.jacques.pierre.oelofse
USA World Headquarters Canadian Headquarters
Serving North & South America, Oceania, East Asia
Wood-Mizer LLC
8180 West 10th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46214
Phone: [phone] or 800.553.0182
Customer Service: 800.525.8100
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Serving Canada
Wood-Mizer Canada
396 County Road 36, Unit B
Lindsay, ON K9V 4R3
Phone: [phone] or 877.357.3373
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Brazil Headquarters Europe Headquarters
Serving Brazil
Wood-Mizer do Brasil
Rua Dom Pedro 1, No: 205 Bairro: Sao Jose
Ivoti/RS CEP:93.900-000
Tel: [phone]/ +55 51
3563-4784
Email: [e-mail]
Serving Europe, Africa, West Asia
Wood-Mizer Industries Sp z o.o.
Nagorna 114
62-600 Kolo, Poland
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Branches & Authorized Sales Centers
For a complete list of dealers, visit www.woodmizer.com

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Safety & General Information
Blade Handling
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SECTION 1 SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION
This symbol calls your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety. Be sure to observe
and follow these instructions. This symbol accompanies a signal word. The word DANGER indicates
an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING suggests a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury. CAUTION refers to potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury to persons or equipment. Read all safety instructions before operating
this equipment and observe all safety warnings!
Warning stripes are placed on areas where a single decal would be insufficient. To avoid serious
injury, keep out of the path of any equipment marked with warning stripes.
Read and observe all safety instructions before operating this equipment! Also read any additional
manufacturer’s manuals and observe any applicable safety instructions including dangers, warnings,
and cautions.
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.
IMPORTANT! It is always the owner's responsibility to comply with all applicable federal, state and
local laws, rules and regulations regarding the ownership and operation of your Wood-Mizer sawmill.
All Wood-Mizer mill owners are encouraged to become thoroughly familiar with these applicable laws
and comply with them fully while using the mill.
Always properly dispose of all sawing by-products, including sawdust and other debris, coolant, oil,
fuel, oil filters and fuel filters.
Safety instructions are listed in this section by the following operations:
Blade Handling
Sawmill Setup
Sawmill Operation
Sawmill Maintenance
1.1 Blade Handling
DANGER! Always disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill engine
before changing the blade. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling
bandsaw blades. Changing blades is safest when done by one person!
Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, carrying or
changing a blade. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

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Sawmill Setup
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1.2 Sawmill Setup
WARNING! Do not set up the mill on ground with more than a
10 degree incline. If setup on an incline is necessary, put blocks under
one side of the mill or dig out areas for the legs to keep mill level.
Setting up the mill on an incline could cause it to tip over, resulting in
serious personal injury.
WARNING! Keep all persons out of the path of the saw head while
loading and unloading the sawmill. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury or death.
1.3 Sawmill Operation
IMPORTANT! The sawmill is intended for sawing wood only.
See Section Cutting Capacity for log size capacities of the machine.
IMPORTANT! The operator of the sawmill should get adequate
training in the operation and adjustment of the machine.
DANGER! Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secured
before operating or towing the sawmill. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury.
DANGER! Be sure the blade housing and pulley covers are in place
and secured.
DANGER! Always keep hands away from moving bandsaw blade.
Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and
logs when operating sawmill or loading and turning logs. Failure to do
so will result in serious injury.
DANGER! Maintain a clean and clear path for all necessary movement
around the mill and lumber stacking areas. Failure to do so will result in
serious injury.
DANGER! Always be sure the blade is disengaged and all persons are
out of the path of the blade before starting the engine or motor. Failure
to do so will result in serious injury.
WARNING! Always disengage the clutch/brake mechanism whenever
the sawmill is not cutting. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
WARNING! Always wear eye, ear, respiration, and foot protection
when operating the sawmill. Failure to do so may result in serious
injury.
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Sawmill Operation
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WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the
sawmill. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Always make sure log is clamped securely before sawing.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Use ONLY water with the water lube accessory. Never use
flammable fuels or liquids. If these types of liquids are necessary to
clean the blade, remove it and clean with a rag. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION! Be sure the log clamps are all the way down before loading
a log onto the bed. Failure to do so may result in machine damage.
CAUTION! Before loading a log, be sure the cutting head is moved far
enough forward so the log does not hit it. Failure to do so may result in
machine damage.
CAUTION! Do not try to force the saw head beyond its upper and
lower travel limits. Damage to the up/down system may result.
CAUTION! Be sure to stop the blade when returning the carriage. This
will not only prevent the blade from being pulled off and ruined by a
wood sliver, but also will increase the life of the blade.
CAUTION! Never clean the blade or the blade wheels with a brush or
a scraper during sawmill operation.
CAUTION! Before installation of the blade, inspect it for damage and
cracks. Use only properly sharpened blades. Always handle the blade
with extreme caution. Use suitable carrier equipment for transporting
the blades.
CAUTION! The blade should be replaced every two hours of sawmill
operation.
CAUTION! Always wear gloves when handling the blade. Never grab
the blade with bare hands!
CAUTION! If the blade breaks during sawmill operation, push the
EMERGENCY STOP button to stop the blade engine and wait
10 seconds before opening the blade housing cover.
CAUTION! The sawmill’s work-stand should be equipped with a 4 kg
or bigger dry powder extinguisher.

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Sawmill Maintenance
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1.4 Sawmill Maintenance
CAUTION! Reinstall the track wiper so that it lightly touches the track
bar. If the wiper presses too firmly against the bar, it can cause the
power feed to bind.
CAUTION! Never use grease on the mast rails as it will collect
sawdust.
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.

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Safety Instructions
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1.5 Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT! The sawmill is intended for sawing wood only.
The sawmill must not be used for other purposes such as cutting ice,
metal or any other materials. See Section 5.2 for log size capacities of
the machine.
IMPORTANT! The operator of the sawmill should get adequate
training in the operation and adjustment of the machine.
NOTE: ONLY safety instructions regarding personal injury are listed in this section. Caution
statements regarding only equipment damage appear where applicable throughout the manual.
Observe Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT! Read the entire Operator's Manual before operating the
sawmill. Take notice of all safety warnings throughout this manual and
those posted on the machine. Keep this manual with this machine at all
times, regardless of ownership.
Also read any additional manufacturer’s manuals and observe any
applicable safety instructions including dangers, warnings, and
cautions.
Only adult persons who have read and understood the entire
operator's manual should operate the sawmill. The sawmill is not
intended for use by or around children.
IMPORTANT! It is always the owner's responsibility to comply with all
applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations
regarding the ownership and operation of your Wood-Mizer sawmill. All
Wood-Mizer sawmill owners are encouraged to become thoroughly
familiar with these applicable laws and comply with them fully while
using the machine.
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Wear Safety Clothing
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Wear Safety Clothing
WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the
sawmill. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling
bandsaw blades. Changing blades is safest when done by one person!
Keep all other persons away from area when coiling, carrying or
changing a blade. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
WARNING! Always wear eye, ear, respiration, and foot protection
when operating or servicing the sawmill.
Keep sawmill And Area Around sawmill Clean
DANGER! Maintain a clean and clear path for all necessary movement
around the sawmill and lumber stacking areas. Failure to do so will
result in serious injury.
Dispose Of Sawing By-Products Properly
IMPORTANT! Always properly dispose of all sawing by-products,
including sawdust and other debris.
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