woodmizer LT15S3 E11S Manual instruction

Wood-Mizer® Sawmill
Safety, Setup, Operation
& Maintenance Manual
LT15S3 E11S rev. E1.01
LT15M2 E11S rev. E1.01
Safety is our #1 concern! Read and understand all safety
information and instructions before operating, setting up or
maintaining this machine.
May 2005
Form #796
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This manual is to replace or to be used with all previous information received on the
Wood-Mizer®* sawmill. All future mailings will be an addition to or a revision of individual
sections of this manual as we obtain new information.
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.
If You Need To Order Parts...
From Europe call our European Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in Kolo, Poland
at [phone] or [phone]. From the continental U.S., call our toll-free Parts
hotline at 1-800-448-7881. Please have the vehicle identification number and your cus-
tomer number ready when you call. Wood-Mizer will accept these methods of payment:
Visa, Mastercard, or Select Purchase
COD
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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 You Need Service...
From Europe call our European Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in Kolo, Poland
at [phone] or [phone]. From the continental U.S., call us toll-free at
1-800-525-8100. Ask to speak with a Customer Service Representative. Please have
your vehicle identification number and your customer number ready when you call. The
Service Representative can help you with questions about alignment of your mill, blade
sharpening, or cutting a particular species of wood. He also can schedule you for a ser-
vice call.
Office Hours: All times are Eastern Standard Time. Please remember that Indiana does
not go on Daylight Savings Time in the summer.
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.
*Wood-Mizer®is a registered trademark of Wood-Mizer Products, Inc.
Country Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday
U.S., Indiana 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed
Poland 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed

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Sawmill and Customer Identification
Each Wood-Mizer LT15 sawmill is identified with a revision and VIN numbers.
The VIN number contains the month, year and place of manufacture, the base model and
the engine/motor configuration. The revision number helps identify the exact design of the
equipment. See the figure for a description of the revision number.
When you pick up your mill, you will receive a customer number. The VIN number, revi-
sion, and your customer number expedite our service to you. Please write these numbers
below so you have quick, easy access to them.
REVISION NUMBER DESCRIPTION.
Customer No. VIN No. Revision No.
A1.
Major Revision Code
00
Code
Minor Revision
Revision Number

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SECTION 1 SAFETY & GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1
1.1 Blade Handling.......................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Sawmill Setup............................................................................................................ 1-2
1.3 Sawmill Operation..................................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Sawmill Maintenance ................................................................................................ 1-5
1.5 Belt Sizes ................................................................................................................. 1-10
1.6 Blade Sizes .............................................................................................................. 1-10
1.7 Cutting Capacity...................................................................................................... 1-11
1.8 Engine/Motor Specifications ................................................................................... 1-11
1.9 Overall Dimensions ................................................................................................. 1-12
1.11 Components............................................................................................................. 1-14
SECTION 2 SAWMILL ASSEMBLY 2-1
2.1 Mounting Parts of LT15 Sawmills with Electric Motors .......................................... 2-1
2.2 Unpacking the Sawmill ............................................................................................. 2-7
2.3 Bed Frame Assembly ................................................................................................ 2-9
2.4 Frame Leg Adjustment ............................................................................................ 2-14
2.5 Saw Head Assembly................................................................................................ 2-15
2.6 Feed Rope Assembly............................................................................................... 2-20
2.7 Auxiliary Bed Rail................................................................................................... 2-24
SECTION 3 SETUP & OPERATION 3-1
3.1 Sawmill Setup............................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Replacing The Blade ............................................................................................... 3-10
3.3 Tensioning The Blade.............................................................................................. 3-11
3.4 Tracking The Blade ................................................................................................. 3-12
3.5 Starting The Motor .................................................................................................. 3-14
3.6 Loading, Turning, And Clamping Logs .................................................................. 3-15
3.7 Up/Down Operation ................................................................................................ 3-19
3.8 Blade Guide Arm Operation.................................................................................... 3-20
3.9 Blade Drive Operation............................................................................................. 3-21
3.10 Feed Operation ........................................................................................................ 3-23
3.11 Cutting The Log ...................................................................................................... 3-24
3.12 Edging......................................................................................................................3-26
3.13 Blade Height Scale .................................................................................................. 3-27
3.14 Water Lube Operation ............................................................................................. 3-29
3.15 Transporting the Sawmill ........................................................................................ 3-32
SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE 6-1
4.1 Wear Life................................................................................................................... 6-1
4.2 Sawdust Removal ...................................................................................................... 6-1
4.3 Carriage Track & Rollers .......................................................................................... 6-2
4.4 Vertical Mast Rails .................................................................................................... 6-2
4.5 Miscellaneous Lubrication ........................................................................................ 6-3
4.6 Blade Wheel Belts ..................................................................................................... 6-4
4.7 Up/Down System....................................................................................................... 6-5
4.8 Miscellaneous Maintenance ...................................................................................... 6-8
SECTION 5 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 7-1
5.1 Sawing Problems....................................................................................................... 7-1

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SECTION 6 ALIGNMENT 8-1
6.1 Pre-Alignment Procedures......................................................................................... 8-1
6.2 Preparing The Sawmill For Alignment ..................................................................... 8-2
6.3 Blade Installation and Alignment.............................................................................. 8-3
6.4 Blade Wheel Alignment ............................................................................................ 8-5
6.5 Blade Guide Arm Alignment................................................................................... 8-10
6.6 Aligning The Blade Guides..................................................................................... 8-12
6.7 Blade Deflection...................................................................................................... 8-13
6.8 Blade Guide Vertical Tilt Adjustment..................................................................... 8-14
6.9 Blade Guide Spacing ............................................................................................... 8-16
6.10 Horizontal Tilt Adjustment...................................................................................... 8-17
6.11 Side Supports........................................................................................................... 8-18
6.12 Blade Height Scale Adjustment............................................................................... 8-19
6.13 Motor Drive Belt Adjustment.................................................................................. 8-20

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Safety & General Information
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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 per-
sons 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 includ-
ing 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 distribu-
tor, 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, oil filters and fuel filters.
Safety instructions are listed in this section by the following operations:
Blade Handling
Sawmill Setup
Sawmill Operation
Sawmill Maintenance

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Blade Handling
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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.
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.

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Sawmill Operation
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1.3 Sawmill Operation
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. Fail-
ure 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 wear eye, ear, respiration, and foot pro-
tection when operating the sawmill. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury.
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 or alcohol solution 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

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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 sys-
tem 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! The saw head will hit the spring-loaded ramp
stops when adjusted for low cuts. Remove the loading
ramps before sawing to prevent damage to the saw head
and/or blade guide arm.

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Sawmill Maintenance
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1.4 Sawmill Maintenance
CAUTION! The up/down screw bellows should completely
cover the screw. If either of the bellows is damaged,
replace it immediately. Before installing the new bellows,
clean the up/down screw and nut thoroughly with extraction
naphtha and then grease them.
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 col-
lect sawdust.

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See Table 1-1. Pictogram decals used to warn and inform the user about danger in the
LT15.
TABLE 1-1
Decal View W-M No. Description
096317 CAUTION! Read thoroughly the manual
before operating the machine. Observe all
safety instructions and rules when
operating the sawmill.
099220 CAUTION! Close all guards and covers
before starting the machine.
099219 Blade tension. Turning the bolt clockwise
will increase the blade tension and turning
the bolt counterclockwise will decrease the
tension.
099220
099219
+

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099221 CAUTION! Keep all persons a safe
distance away from work area when
operating the machine.
096316 CAUTION! Do not open or close the
electric box when the switch is not in the
“0” position.
096319 CAUTION! Disconnect power supply
before opening the box.
096321 Blade movement direction
TABLE 1-1
099221

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S12004G CAUTION! Always wear safety goggles
when operating the sawmill!
S12005G CAUTION! Always wear protective ear
muffs when operating the sawmill!
P11789 Aligning the blade on the wheels
092597 Setting the blade tension indicator
P85070 CE safety certification
TABLE 1-1
092597

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099401 Russian safety certification
S20097 Motor rotation direction
TABLE 1-1
099401
S20097

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Belt Sizes
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1.5 Belt Sizes
See Table 1-2. Belt sizes for the LT15 are shown.
1.6 Blade Sizes
See Table 1-3. Wood-Mizer TRU•SHARP™ offers three types of blades to provide effi-
cient sawing for all models of sawmills. The engine/motor size of your sawmill and the
type of wood you saw should determine which blade you choose for optimum perfor-
mance.
See The Blade Handbook for blade hook angle, tooth height, and tooth set specifica-
tions.
Description Belt Size Wood-Mizer
Part #
Motor Drive Belt (E11) B81 014819
Up/Down Drive Belt AVX13x1030 094253
Blade Pulley Belts B57 1
1 To insure proper blade tracking, use Goodyear, Dayco Super II, or
Browning belts only.
P04185
TABLE 1-2
Engine/Motor Size Recommended Blade For Sawing:
Softwood Hardwood Frozen or Hard-to-Cut
Wood
5 hp - 15hp B275IH1030
B275IH741030
B375IH929 B375IH929 1
1 TRU•SHARP™ “F” blades use a 9/29 profile (9° hook angle and 29° back angle) and are de-
signed to cut frozen and/or extremely dense, hard-to-cut wood. Standard TRU•SHARP™
blades use a 10/30 profile.
16hp or more B376IH1030
B376IH741030
B275IH1030
B275IH741030
B376IH1030
B376IH741030 2
2 Customer may choose preferred blade.
B375IH929 1
Electric Motor B376IH1030
B376IH741030
B275IH1030
B275IH741030
B376IH1030
B376IH741030 2
B375IH929 1
TABLE 1-3

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Cutting Capacity
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1.7 Cutting Capacity
See Table 1-4. The log size capacities of the LT15 sawmills are listed below.
See Table 1-5. The performance capacity of the LT15 sawmill is listed below. Peak cut-
ting rates are measured in 12” (30 cm) wide red oak and represent the capability of the
sawmill only. Rates based on using Tru-Sharp 1 1/4” x .042 blades.
1.8 Engine/Motor Specifications
See Table 1-6. The power options available for the LT15 sawmill are listed below.
See Table 1-7. The noise levels of the Wood-Mizer sawmills are listed below.
Max.
Diameter
Max.
Length 1
1 Each additional bed frame segment adds approximately 195
cm ( 6’ 5” ) to length capacity.
LT15 S3 71 cm 5,4 m
LT15 S2 71 cm 3,5 m
LT15 M2 71 cm 5,2 m
LT15 M3 71 cm 7,9 m
TABLE 1-4
Model Cutting Rate
LT15 E11, G13, D10 16 ft. (3.3 m)/min.
TABLE 1-5
Engine/Motor Type Manufacturer Model No. Specification
7.5 kW Motor Siemens, Germany 1LA7131-2AA60 3 x 400V, 50 Hz
11 kW Motor Indukta, Poland Sg132S-2PC 3 x 400V, 50 Hz
13HP Gasoline Kohler CH13T Spec #PA22519 398 cc
10HP Diesel Yanmar, Japan L100 406 cc, 3600 min-1
Up/Down Motor
0.55kW
Besel SKh71X-4C2/HPS08 3x 230/400VAC, 50Hz
TABLE 1-6
Idle Engaged
Sawmill Equipped With G13 Engine 91.7 dB (A) 92.0 dB (A)
Sawmill Equipped With D10 Engine 93.2 dB (A) 95.5 dB (A)
Sawmill Equipped With Electric Motor 77.1 dB (A) 80.8 dB (A)
TABLE 1-7

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1.9 Overall Dimensions
See Figure 1-1. The overall dimensions of the LT15 sawmills are shown below.
FIG. 1-1
2175
26
5
2
2025
2295
2482
1989
150104
LT15M2
6150
2700 2700 375
LT15S3
375
6600
1950 1950 1950