woodmizer LX450 Series Manual instruction

Wood-Mizer® Sawmill
Safety, Setup, Operation
& Maintenance Manual
LX450 rev. A1.05
Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand
all safety information and instructions before oper-
ating, setting up or maintaining this machine.
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1
1.1 About This Manual.................................................................................1-1
1.2 Getting Service .......................................................................................1-1
1.3 Specifications .........................................................................................1-1
1.4 Customer and Sawmill Identification.....................................................1-1
1.5 Getting Service .......................................................................................1-1
General Contact Information................................................................. 1-1
Wood-Mizer Locations........................................................................... 1-2
1.6 Specifications .........................................................................................1-3
1.7 Customer and Sawmill Identification.....................................................1-3
1.8 Warranty .................................................................................................1-4
SECTION 2 SAFETY 2-7
2.1 Safety Symbols.......................................................................................2-7
2.2 Safety Instructions..................................................................................2-7
2.3 Electrical Lockout Procedures..............................................................2-14
SECTION 3 SAWMILL SETUP 3-17
3.1 Site setup ..............................................................................................3-17
3.2 Replacing The Blade ............................................................................3-23
3.3 Tensioning The Blade...........................................................................3-26
3.4 Tracking The Blade ..............................................................................3-26
3.5 Starting The Engine..............................................................................3-27
3.6 Board Return...............................................................................3-27
SECTION 4 SAWMILL OPERATION 4-1
4.1 Hydraulic Control Operation..................................................................4-1
4.2 Loading, Turning And Clamping Logs ..................................................4-2
4.3 Control Box Arm....................................................................................4-3
4.4 Up/Down Operation (Manual Operation) ..............................................4-4
4.5 Accuset Control Setup............................................................................4-4
Contrast Adjustment............................................................................... 4-5
Startup Configuration ............................................................................ 4-5
Configuration Menu 1............................................................................ 4-6
Configuration Menu 2............................................................................ 4-8
Restore Factory Defaults ..................................................................... 4-10
4.6 Accuset Mode Selection .......................................................................4-11
4.7 Using Accuset Auto-Down Mode ........................................................4-12
4.8 Using Accuset Auto-Up Mode .............................................................4-13
4.9 Using Accuset Pattern Mode ................................................................4-13
4.10 Using Accuset Reference Mode ...........................................................4-14
4.11 Blade Guide Arm Operation.................................................................4-14
4.12 Autoclutch operation ............................................................................4-15
4.13 Power Feed ...........................................................................................4-16
4.14 Cutting The Log ...................................................................................4-17
4.15 Optional Cutting Procedure..................................................................4-19
4.16 Edging...................................................................................................4-19

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4.17 Blade Height Scale ...............................................................................4-19
4.18 Water Lube Operation ..........................................................................4-20
4.19 Preparing The Sawmill For Towing .....................................................4-21
Securing the mill .................................................................................. 4-21
Hitch the mill to the vehicle ................................................................. 4-24
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5-1
5.1 Wear Life................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Blade Guides ..........................................................................................5-1
5.3 Sawdust Removal ...................................................................................5-2
5.4 Carriage Track, Wiper & Scraper...........................................................5-3
5.5 Vertical Mast Rails.................................................................................5-4
5.6 Drum Switches .......................................................................................5-5
5.7 Miscellaneous .........................................................................................5-6
5.8 Blade Tensioner......................................................................................5-7
5.9 Blade Wheel Belts ..................................................................................5-9
5.10 Brake Strap Adjustment .........................................................................5-9
5.11 Drive Belt Adjustment..........................................................................5-10
5.12 Engine/Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment........................................5-11
5.13 Hydraulic System ................................................................................5-12
Types of fluid........................................................................................ 5-12
System maintenance ............................................................................. 5-12
5.14 Drive Bearing .......................................................................................5-13
5.15 Up/Down System..................................................................................5-14
Adjust the up/down chain tension ........................................................ 5-14
Adjust the up/down belt........................................................................ 5-15
Check the up/down gearbox................................................................. 5-15
5.16 Power Feed ..........................................................................................5-16
5.17 Charging The Battery ...........................................................................5-17
5.18 Maintenance chart ................................................................................5-19
5.18 MAINTENANCE LOG 5-19
SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 6-1
6.1 Sawing Problems....................................................................................6-1
6.2 Electrical Problems.................................................................................6-2
6.3 Circuit Breaker Operation ......................................................................6-3
6.4 Power Feed Problems.............................................................................6-4
6.5 Power Feed Rate Switch Test.................................................................6-5
6.6 Power Feed Mechanical .........................................................................6-5
6.7 Hydraulic Problems ................................................................................6-6
6.8 Hydraulic Pressure Test..........................................................................6-8
6.9 Engine/Motor and Drive Pulleys Alignment..........................................6-9
6.10 Accuset Control Lights (Dual-Axis) ......................................................6-9
6.11 Accuset Error Messages (DC Only) .....................................................6-10
6.12 Accuset Diagnostic Screen ...................................................................6-11

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SECTION 7 SAWMILL ALIGNMENT 7-1
7.1 Routine Alignment Procedure ................................................................7-1
Blade Installation................................................................................... 7-1
Saw Head Tilt......................................................................................... 7-1
Blade Guide Arm Alignment .................................................................. 7-2
Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Alignment...................................................... 7-4
Blade Guide Horizontal Tilt Adjustment................................................ 7-5
Blade Guide Flange Spacing ................................................................. 7-6
Side Support Alignment.......................................................................... 7-7
Blade Height Scale Adjustment.............................................................. 7-8
SECTION 8 HYDRAULICS 8-1
8.1 Hydraulic Schematic ..............................................................................8-1
8.2 Hydraulic Layout Diagram.....................................................................8-2
8.3 Hydraulic Components...........................................................................8-2
8.4 Hydraulic Hoses .....................................................................................8-3
INDEX I

Introduction
About This Manual
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About This Manual
This manual replaces any previous information received on your Wood-Mizer® equipment.
The information and instructions in this manual do not amend or extend the limited warranties for the equipment given at the
time of purchase.
1.2 Getting Service
For contact information, sales, service, parts, and additional manuals, sign into your account on https://woodmizer.com, or call
inside the USA: 1-800-553-0182 or from outside the USA: 317-271-1542
1.3 Specifications
Equipment specification are included in the Online Manuals, which are found at https://apps.woodmizer.com/Manuals/Manu-
als.aspx?parent=0.
1.4 Customer and Sawmill Identification
Each Wood-Mizer sawmill is identified with a model number, revision, and serial number (see the figure below).
1.5 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
Toll free phone numbers are listed below for the continental U.S. and Canada. See the next page for contact information for
more Wood-Mizer locations.
SERIAL NUMBER TAG.
United States Canada
Sales 1-800-553-0182 1-877-866-0667
Service 1-800-525-8100 1-877-866-0667
Website www.woodmizer.com www.woodmizer.ca
E-mail [e-mail] [e-mail]
MFG BY/FABRIQUÉ PAR: WOOD-MIZER PRODUCTS, INC. 8180 W. 10th St. Indianapolis,
46214-2400 U.S.A. 317/271-1542 Or 800/553-0182
Model No.:
Serial No.: Rev.:
LT15 G13
09970001 A1.00
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Office Hours: All times are Eastern Standard Time.
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. In most
cases, items will ship on the day they are ordered. Second Day and Next Day shipping are available at additional cost.
If your sawmill was purchased outside the United States or Canada, contact the distributor for service.
Wood-Mizer Locations
Monday - Friday Saturday
(Indianapolis Office Only)
Sunday
8a.m. to 5 p.m. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Closed
USA and 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]
Brazilian Headquarters European, African, and Asian Headquarters
Serving Brazil
Wood-Mizer do Brasil
Rua Dom Pedro 1, No: 205 Bairro: Sao Jose
Ivoti/RS CEP:93.900-000
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Serving Europe, Africa, Western Asia
Wood-Mizer Industries Sp z o.o.
Nagorna 114
62-600 Kolo, Poland
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Branches and Authorized Sales Centers
For a complete list of dealers, visit www.woodmizer.com

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1.6 Specifications
1.7 Customer and Sawmill Identification
Each Wood-Mizer sawmill has a model number, revision number, and a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN). In addition,
when you pick up your mill, you will receive your personal customer number. These four numbers will help expedite our service
to you. Please locate them now and write them below so you have quick, easy access to them.
Mill Model and Revision________________________
Mill VIN __________________________
Model: LX450 Rev. A1.00
+
Dimensions: Metric
Length: 27'-3" 8.3m
Width: 7'-8" 2.34m
Height (Ground To Mast): 8'-4" 2.55m
Height (Max Head Position): 10'-2" 3.1m
Height (Max Head Position): 10'-9" 3.27m
Bed Height (Ground To Bed): 32 3/4" 0.83m
Blade Length: 178" 4.52m
Weights: G38
Basic Unit with Trailer (with heaviest power option): 5120 lbs 2322kg
Tongue Weight (Gas Non-Remote): 665 lbs 302kg
Trailer:
Axle Capacity: 6000 lbs 2721kg
Tire Capacity: 3420 lbs 1551kg
Tire Size: ST235/80R16
Cutting Capacity:
Length: 20'-6"' 6.25m
Diameter: 36" 0.91m
Maximum Log Weight: 4400 lbs 1995kg
Max Clamp Width (from stop block): 30" 0.76m
Max Throat Width (guide to guide): 34 1/2" 0.876m
Max Cant Width (outer guide to stop block): 31 1/2" 0.8m
Min. Cut Height: 1" 25.4mm
Max. Cut Height: 33 1/2" 0.85m
Maximum Throat Depth: 16 1/2" 0.419m
Power Unit: G38 D35
Manufacturer: Kohler Yanmar
Fuel: gas Diesel
Horsepower Rating*: 38 35
Weight (lbs)*: 132 345
Cooling System*: air water
Noise Level (dba)*: 98-105.2(@3000 rpm) 89
Fuel Consumption(gallon/hour)*: 1.5-2
Engine Oil & Type*: 15W40
Engine Oil Capacity w/Filter (qts.)*: 7.1
Temperature Range & Oil Grades*: SAE
Coolant Capacity*: NA
Rates:
Max. Forward (Not Cutting): 180
Reverse: 200
Hourly Production (Average range w/experienced
operators/average size logs):
600 bd ft/hr
*Manufacturer's specification

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Customer No. _____________________
SAMPLES:
1.8 Warranty
Wood-Mizer® LLC
Limited Product Warranty
Wood-Mizer LLC (“Warrantor”), an Indiana corporation with its principal place of business at 8180 West Tenth Street, Indianapolis, IN
46214-2400 USA, warrants to the purchaser (“Purchaser”) that for the time periods specifically stated herein and subject to the
terms, conditions and limitations stated herein, the equipment manufactured by the Warrantor will be free from defects in material
and workmanship attributable to Warrantor so long as, during the warranty periods stated herein, the equipment is installed, oper-
ated and maintained in accordance with the instructions provided by Warrantor.
Company Identification Number Weight Class Product Designation number Length of the Trailer Axle count Check Digit Year of Manufacture (coded) Manufacture location Month of Manufacture Revision Level Sequence Number
Sample
VIN 456 D 9 27 1 X S N D A1 017
V.I.N. DESCRIPTION
PRODUCT MODEL CLASS LENGTH OF WARRANTY EFFECTIVE DATE
USA & CANADA NON USA
& CANADA
Portable Sawmills, Resaws,
Edgers LT, LX, HR, EG Two years One year
Date of purchase
Portable Sawmills with Chassis LT28, LT35, LT40, LT50,
LT70, LX450
Two years, excluding
the chassis, which
chassis shall have a
five year warranty
One year
WOOD-MIZER, LLC 8180 W. 10th St. Indianapolis, IN
46214-2400 U.S.A. 317/271-1542 Or 800/553-0182
MFG BY/FABRIQUÉ PAR:
VIN/NIV: DATE:
One or more patents may apply: U.S. Patent #6,655,429
456D9271XSNDA1017 A1.01 04/15/2017
A1.01
Serial number
Basic model Engine Revision number Minor revision level
Full revision number
VIN Plate

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* Warranty on Options will match the warranty on the primary equipment when purchased on same invoice.
EXCLUSIONS FROM 90 DAY, LIMITED ONE YEAR AND TWO YEAR WARRANTY
Warrantor shall have no responsibility under this warranty for any wear components, including, but not limited to: belts, blade guides,
blades, electric motor brushes, drum switches, filters, fuses, hoses, bearings (excluding cylindrical drive bearings), bushings, cable
carriers, and spark plugs. All wear components are furnished “as is”, without any warranty from Warrantor. This limited warranty
does not cover any defects caused by misuse, negligence, alterations, damage due to overload, abnormal conditions, excessive
operation, accident, or lack of performance of normal maintenance services.
Several components which are used in the manufacture of the equipment but not manufactured by Warrantor such as cant hooks,
power plants, laser sights, batteries, tires, and trailer axles have warranties provided by the original equipment manufacturer (written
copies available upon request). Warrantor does not separately warrant such items. Components or equipment manufactured by
third parties are not covered by this warranty. Warrantor, however, will provide reasonable assistance to the Purchaser to make
claims against any warranties applicable to such component parts as provided by such original equipment manufacturers. Compo-
nents or equipment manufactured by third parties are not covered by this Warranty.
FIVE YEAR LIMITED CHASSIS WARRANTY
The limited five year chassis warranty described above, DOES NOT extend to (a) any damage stemming from accident, improper
towing, overload, abuse, misuse, abnormal conditions, negligence, excessive operation, or lack of maintenance, (b) rust caused by
exposure to corrosive atmospheric conditions, or (c) the sawmill head, carriage, axle, brakes, or any hydraulic or electrical compo-
nents attached to the chassis.
WARRANTOR’S OBLIGATIONS AS TO DEFECTS
In the event that the equipment fails to perform due to defective materials or workmanship attributable to Warrantor under normal
use and service within the established warranty period, Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy and Warrantor’s sole liability shall be
to replace or repair, in Warrantor’s sole and subjective discretion, any defective part at Warrantor’s principal place of business with-
out cost to the Purchaser if such defect exists. The determination of whether a product is defective shall be made by Warrantor in
Warrantor’s sole and subjective discretion. The Purchaser must notify Warrantor prior to shipping any defective part. Warrantor, at its
sole discretion, may cover expenses incurred in shipping the defective part to Warrantor for evaluation; provided, however, that War-
rantor will not be responsible for labor, travel time, mileage, removal, installation or incidental or consequential damages. However,
any part in excess of 140 pounds must be returned by the Purchaser, to the Warrantor’s nearest authorized facility at the Pur-
chaser’s expense, if return is requested by Warrantor. Warrantor shall have a reasonable time within which to replace or repair the
defective part. If Warrantor determines that the product is not defective under the terms of this warranty in Warrantor’s sole and sub-
jective discretion, then Purchaser shall be responsible for any expenses incurred by Warrantor in returning the equipment to the Pur-
chaser.
Industrial Sawmills, Resaws,
Edgers WM, HR, EG, TVS, SVS One year One year Date of purchase or
date of installation /
training (if applicable),
whichever occurs first,
not to exceed 6 months
from date of purchase
TITAN Industrial WB, TV, HR, EG, EA, MR One year One year
Material Handling TWC, IC, TD, LD, GC, CR,
CB, CC One year One year
Blade Maintenance Equipment BMS, BMT, BMST One year One year
Date of purchase
Options and Accessories Various One year* One year*
Moulders, Extractors, Kilns MP, MD, KS, KD One year One year
Slab Flattener MB Two years One year
Pallet Equipment PD, PC One year One year
Log Splitters FS One year One year
Replacement Parts Various 90 days 90 days

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LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS OF OTHER WARRANTIES
EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVISIONS STATED ABOVE, WARRANTOR DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS AND/OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT AND TITLE. No representation or other affirmation of fact by rep-
resentatives of Warrantor, whether verbal or in writing, including photographs, brochures, samples, models, or other sales aids, shall
constitute a warranty or other basis for any legal action against Warrantor. There are no other representations, promises, agree-
ments, covenants, warranties, guarantees, stipulations or conditions, express or implied, by Warrantor except as expressly set forth
herein. THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND ANY INTENDED USER OR BENEFICIARY OF THIS EQUIPMENT, SHALL NOT BE
ENTITLED TO RECOVER ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR INCIDENTIAL
DAMAGES OR LOSES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES OF LOST PRODUCTION, LOST REVENUE, LOST
PRODUCT, LOST PROFITS, LOST BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, FROM
WARRANTOR FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTY OR DEFECT IN THE
PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE SOLE, JOINT AND/OR CONCURRENT NEGLIGENCE, BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH
OF WARRANTY, STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR STATUTORY CLAIMS OR OTHER LEGAL FAULT OR RESPONSIBILITY OF
EITHER WARRANTOR OR PURCHASER OR ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS. Warrantor does not warrant that its equipment
meets or complies with the requirements of any particular safety code or governmental requirements.
Defective items replaced under the terms of this warranty become the property of Warrantor.
DESIGN CHANGES
Warrantor reserves the right to change the design of its products from time to time without notice and without obligation to make cor-
responding changes in or to its products previously manufactured.
RIGHTS OF PURCHASERS
The validity and effect of this limited warranty as well as its interpretation, operation and effect, shall be determined exclusively by
the principles of law and equity of the State of Indiana, USA. This limited warranty gives Purchaser specific legal rights. Purchaser
may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states may not allow limitations as to the duration of implied
warranties or to the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so some of the limitations and exclusions detailed
set forth above may not apply. In the event that any one or more of the provisions of this warranty shall be or become invalid, illegal
or unenforceable in any respect, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this warranty shall not be
affected thereby.
INTERPRETATIONS
This Warranty constitutes the entire warranty agreement between Warrantor and Purchaser and supersedes any prior understand-
ings or agreements pertaining to the same subject matter. This warranty cannot be amended except in writing which refers to this
warranty which is signed by both Warrantor and Purchaser.
© 2020 Wood-Mizer LLC – 8180 West 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46214

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SECTION 2 SAFETY
2.1 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.
2.2 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 sawmill.
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. Be able to access this manual at all times while operating the mill.
Read all additional manufacturer’s manuals and observe all applicable safety instruc-
tions including dangers, warnings, and cautions.
Only 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/operator's responsibility to
comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and
regulations regarding the ownership, operation and towing of your
Wood-Mizer sawmill. All Wood-Mizer mill operators are encouraged
to become thoroughly familiar with these applicable laws and comply
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WARNING! Clean sawdust from all guards, vents, control boxes, or any
area where sawdust may gather after every shift. Failure to do so may
result in fire, causing death or serious injury.
WEAR SAFETY CLOTHING
WARNING! Secure all loose clothing and jewelry before operating the sawmill. Failure
to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Always wear gloves and eye protection when han-
dling bandsaw blades. Keep all personnel away from area when
coiling, carrying, or changing a blade. Failure to follow this could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Always wear eye, ear, and foot protection when
operating or servicing the sawmill. Failure to follow this could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
WARNING! Some woods require respiration protection when operating the
sawmill. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death. It is
the sawyer’s responsibility to know which woods require respiration protection.
KEEP SAWMILL AND AREA AROUND SAWMILL CLEAN
DANGER! Maintain a clean and clear path for all necessary movement around the
mill and lumber stacking areas. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or
death.
HANDLE FUEL/LUBRICANTS SAFELY
DANGER! Due to the flammable nature of fuel and oil, never smoke, weld, grind or
allow sparks near your engine or storage tanks, especially during times of fueling.
Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Never allow fuel to spill on a hot engine during fueling operations or other-
wise. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Store gasoline away from sawdust and other flammable materi-
als. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never use flammable fuels or liquids such as diesel fuel with the
water lube accessory. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or
death.
If these types of liquids are necessary to clean the blade, remove it and clean
with a rag. Failure to follow this can damage the equipment and could result in serious
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DISPOSE OF SAWING BY-PRODUCTS PROPERLY
IMPORTANT! Always properly dispose of all sawing by-products, including sawdust
and other debris, coolant, oil, fuel, oil filters and fuel filters.
USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES (GAS & DIESEL SAWMILLS ONLY)
DANGER! Batteries expel explosive gases; keep sparks, flames, burning cigarettes,
or other ignition sources away at all times. Failure to follow this will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING! Always wear safety goggles and a face shield when working near batter-
ies. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Wash hands after handling batteries to remove possible lead, acid, or
other contaminants. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Charge the battery in a well ventilated area. Failure to follow this could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery. Failure to follow this could
result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT! When working with batteries, use extreme care to avoid spilling or
splashing electrolyte (dilute sulfuric acid) as it can destroy clothing and burn the skin.
CAUTION! Do not overcharge the battery. Overcharging may reduce the overall ser-
vice life of the battery.
CAUTION! Be sure the battery is fully charged before transporting the sawmill. If the
battery is not fully charged, excessive vibration could reduce the overall service life of
the battery.
EMERGENCY TREATMENT FOR CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPONENTS (LEAD/SUL-
FURIC ACID) per SDS (Safety Data Sheet):
EYE CONTACT Sulfuric Acid and Lead: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids. Seek immediate medical atten-
tion if eyes have been exposed directly to acid.
SKIN CONTACT Sulfuric Acid: Flush affected area(s) with large amounts of water using del-
uge emergency shower, if available, shower for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing, including shoes. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated
shoes.
Lead: Wash immediately with soap and water.
INGESTION Sulfuric Acid: Administer large amounts of water. Do NOT induce vomiting
or aspiration into the lungs may occur and can cause permanent injury or
death; consult physician.
INHALATION Sulfuric Acid: Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Consult a physician.
Lead: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips; consult physician.

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CAUTIONS FOR SAWMILL SETUP
WARNING! To avoid tipping the mill over, do not set up the mill on ground with more
than a 10 degree incline. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Chock the trailer wheels in front and behind each tire to prevent move-
ment before unhitching it from the towing vehicle. Failure to follow this could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING! Put front outrigger (leg) down before moving saw head from the rest posi-
tion. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Ensure the trailer is supporting the sawmill frame when operating a saw-
mill with adjustable outriggers, as the adjustable outriggers are intended to support
the saw frame with assistance from the trailer. Failure to follow this could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
WARNING! Securely fasten the feet of a stationary sawmill to the floor before operat-
ing the sawmill. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT! The adjustable outriggers supplied with portable sawmills are not
intended for setup on concrete or other hard surfaces. Long-term use of the adjust-
able outriggers on hard surfaces may cause the outriggers to fail, causing the sawmill
to drop. If setting the sawmill up on concrete or other hard surface, replace the adjust-
able outrigger legs with stationary legs.
CHECK SAWMILL/BLADES BEFORE OPERATION
DANGER! Ensure that all guards and covers are in place and secured before operat-
ing or towing the sawmill. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
Be sure the blade housing and pulley covers are in place and secure. Use the safety
retainer pin and cable to fasten blade housing covers.
DANGER! Check and maintain your blades to prevent blade breakage during opera-
tion. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
Blade guide alignment is essential for optimal cutting performance, blade life and
safety. Failure to check and maintain proper blade guide alignment will result in stress
cracks forming in the blade. These cracks will lead to premature blade breakage. If
the blade breaks during operation and the blade has multiple stress cracks, the blade
could shatter into several pieces and escape from the protective guards of the saw-
mill. Small blade pieces projected into the area around the sawmill creates a safety
hazard for the operator and any bystanders surrounding the mill.
DANGER! Never use blades with stress cracks. Failure to follow this will result in seri-
ous injury or death.
WARNING! Be sure the handle lock engages (flips down) after tensioning the blade;
use both hands to secure it, if necessary. Failure to follow this could result in serious
injury or death.

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KEEP PERSONS AWAY
DANGER! Stay clear of the area between the trailer axle and saw car-
riage. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of moving equipment and
logs when operating sawmill or loading and turning logs. Failure to fol-
low this will result in serious injury or death.
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 follow this will result in serious injury or death.
KEEP HANDS AWAY
DANGER! Disengage the blade and shut off the sawmill engine before changing the
blade. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Keep hands away from moving bandsaw blade. Failure to follow this will
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Stay a safe distance from rotating members and ensure that loose clothing
or long hair does not engage rotating members resulting in possible injury. Failure to
follow this will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never touch or perform service functions on a hot engine. Failure to fol-
low this could result in serious injury or death.
Engine components can become very hot during operation. Avoid contact with any
part of a hot engine. The exhaust components of your engine are especially hot
during and following operation. Contact with hot engine components can cause seri-
ous burns. Allow the engine to cool sufficiently before beginning any service function.
WARNING! Do not spin the blade wheels by hand. Failure to follow
this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Disengage the clutch/brake mechanism whenever the
sawmill is not cutting. Failure to follow this could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING! Never adjust the engine drive belts or belt support
bracket with the engine running. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING! Keep hands, feet, and any other objects away from the sawdust chute
when operating sawmill. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTIONS FOR GAS OR DIESEL ENGINE OPERATION
DANGER! Operate your engine/machine only in well ventilated areas. Failure to fol-
low this will result in serious injury or death.

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DANGER! Never operate an engine with a fuel or oil leak which could potentially
come in contact with hot surfaces and ignite into flames. Failure to follow this will
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Do not operate engine without proper and operational spark arrester/muf-
fler, which prevents sparks emitted from the engine exhaust from igniting surrounding
materials. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
USE PROPER PROCEDURE WHEN CONDUCTING ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT! Wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment for all service done
on your electrical components.
DANGER! Keep all electrical component covers closed and securely fastened during
mill operation.Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Consider all electrical circuits energized and dangerous. Failure
to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable before perform-
ing any service to the 12-Volt electrical system. Failure to follow this could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never assume or take the word of another person that the power is off;
check it out and lock it out. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Do not wear rings, watches, or other jewelry while working around an
open electrical circuit. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Before performing service near moving parts such as blades,
pulleys, motors, belts and chains, first turn the key switch to the OFF (0)
position and remove the key. Failure to follow this could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING! Remove the blade before performing any service to the engine
or sawmill. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
KEEP SAFETY LABELS IN GOOD CONDITION
IMPORTANT! 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! If replacing a component that has a safety decal affixed to it, ensure
that the new component also has the safety decal affixed.
USE CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH HEAVY LOGS
WARNING! Ensure log is clamped securely before sawing. Failure to follow this could
result in serious injury or death.

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WARNING! Position the optional hydraulic loading arm halfway up while log is on
sawmill bed. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
AUTOMATIC OPTIONAL BOARD RETURN SAFETY
DANGER! Keep all persons out of the path of returning boards. Failure to follow this
will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! The automatic board return is intended to assist a second operator in
removing boards quickly. Do not use the board return when operating the sawmill
alone. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Never use the board return table as a platform to stand on, as it is
designed only for board unloading assistance. Failure to follow this could result in
serious injury or death.
UP/DOWN SYSTEM SAFETY
WARNING! Secure the saw head with a support (chains, blocks, etc.) with at least
1900 lbs. working load capacity before adjusting:
the up/down chains
mast pads
up/down motor belt
to prevent sawhead falls. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Ensure the power feed switch is in the neutral position before turning the
key switch to the on (1) or accessory (3) position. Failure to follow this could result in
serious injury or death.
GENERAL TRAILER SAFETY
DANGER! Do not use eyebolts for safety chain hook-up. Failure to follow this will
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Hook the safety chains to the bumper of vehicle so that each chain would
pull the trailer equally in the event the hitch became disengaged. Failure to follow this
will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Ensure the hitch and safety chains are secure before towing the sawmill.
Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Ensure all light connections have been made and are working properly
before towing the sawmill. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Do not make modifications or additions that affect the weight and/or sta-
bility of the towing unit. Failure to follow this could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Check trailer tires for proper inflation before towing sawmill. Failure to fol-
low this could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION! Move the hydraulic clamp and turner to provide maximum ground clear-
ance before towing. Failure to follow this may result in damage to the sawmill.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR ELECTRIC BRAKE TRAILERS
DANGER! Ensure the electric brake wire is secured as close to the trailer axle as pos-
sible to prevent wire disconnection during towing. Failure to follow this will result in
serious injury or death.
DANGER! Be sure electric brake battery is charged and is working properly before
towing the sawmill. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
DANGER! Do not use the electric brake system as an “emergency brake” while the
sawmill is not being towed, thus draining the brake battery. Failure to follow this will
result in serious injury or death.
2.3 Electrical Lockout Procedures
RULES FOR USING LOCKOUT PROCEDURE
The sawmill shall be locked out to protect against accidental or inadvertent operation when such operation could cause injury to
personnel. Do not attempt to operate any switch or valve bearing a lock.
LOCKOUT PROCEDURES MUST BE USED DURING:
MAINTENANCE HAZARDS INCLUDE:
FAILURE TO LOCKOUT MAY RESULT IN:
TO CONTROL MAINTENANCE DANGERS:
Lockout procedures must be followed (see OSHA regulation 1910.147).
Never rely on machine stop control for maintenance safety (emergency stops, on/off buttons, interlocks).
Do not reach into moving blades or feed systems. Allow all coasting parts to come to a complete stop.
Electrical power supply and air supply must both be locked out.
Where established lockout procedures cannot be used (electrical troubleshooting or mechanical dynamic trou-
bleshooting), alternative effective protective techniques shall be employed which may require special skills and
planning.
Always follow safe operations practices in the workplace.
SAWMILL LOCKOUT PROCEDURE
Lockout procedures per OSHA regulation 1910.147, appendix A:
Changing or adjusting blades Electrical maintenance
Unjamming operations Retrieval of tools/parts from work area
Cleaning Activities where guards or electrical panel guard is open or removed
Mechanical repair
Table 1:
Blade contact Missiles (thrown blades/wood chips)
Pinch points Electrical
Kickbacks
Table 2:
Cut Serious injury and death
Crush Amputation
Blindness Burn
Puncture Shock
Electrocution
Table 3:

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GENERAL
The following simple lockout procedure is provided to assist owner/operators in developing their procedures so they
meet the requirements of OSHA regulation 1910.147. When the energy isolating devices are not lockable, tagout may
be used, provided the owner/operator complies with the provisions of the standard which require additional training
and more rigorous periodic inspections. When tagout is used and the energy isolating devices are lockable, the
owner/operator must provide full operator protection (see OSHA regulation 1910.147, paragraph (c)(3)) and additional
training and more rigorous periodic inspections are required. For more complex systems, more comprehensive pro-
cedures may need to be developed, documented, and utilized.
PURPOSE
This procedure establishes the minimum requirements for the lockout of energy isolating devices whenever maintenance or
servicing is done on machines or equipment. It shall be used to ensure that the machine or equipment is stopped, isolated from
all potentially hazardous energy sources and locked out before personnel perform any servicing or maintenance where the
unexpected enervation or start-up of the machine or equipment or release of stored energy could cause injury.
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PROGRAM
All personnel are required to comply with the restrictions and limitations imposed upon them during the use of lockout. The
authorized personnel are required to perform the lockout in accordance with this procedure. All operators, upon observing a
machine or piece of equipment which is locked out to perform servicing or maintenance shall not attempt to start, energize, or
use that machine or equipment.
SEQUENCE OF LOCKOUT
1. Notify all affected personnel that servicing or maintenance is required on a machine or equipment and that the machine or
equipment must be shut down and locked out to perform the servicing or maintenance.
2. The authorized employee shall refer to the company procedure to identify the type and magnitude of the energy that the
machine or equipment utilizes, shall understand the hazards of the energy, and shall know the methods to control the
energy.
3. If the machine or equipment is operating, shut it down by the normal stopping procedure (depress the stop button, open
switch, close valve, etc.).
4. De-activate the energy isolating device(s) so that the machine or equipment is isolated from the energy source(s).
5. Lock out the energy isolating device(s) with assigned individual lock(s).
6. Stored or residual energy (such as that in capacitors, springs, elevated machine members, rotating flywheels, hydraulic
systems, and air, gas, steam, or water pressure, etc.) must be dissipated or restrained by methods such as grounding,
repositioning, blocking, bleeding down, etc.
7. Ensure that the equipment is disconnected from the energy source(s) by first checking that no personnel are exposed, then
verify the isolation of the equipment by operating the push button or other normal operating control(s) or by testing to make
certain the equipment will not operate.
CAUTION! Return operating control(s) to neutral or "off" position after verifying the isola-
tion of the equipment.
8. The machine or equipment is now locked out.
RESTORING EQUIPMENT TO SERVICE
When the servicing or maintenance is completed and the machine or equipment is ready to return to normal operating condi-
tion, the following steps shall be taken.
1. Check the machine or equipment and the immediate area around the machine to ensure that nonessential items have been
removed and that the machine or equipment components are operationally intact.
2. Check the work area to ensure that all personnel have been safely positioned or removed from the area.
3. Verify that the controls are in neutral.
4. Remove the lockout devices and re-energize the machine or equipment.
NOTE: The removal of some forms of blocking may require re-enervation of the machine
before safe removal.