Setup & Operation
Power Feed Operation
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Setup & Operation
The middle position (as shown) is the neutral position. The power feed switch is designed to return
to the neutral or "off" position when released from operating in the reverse position. If the switch
remains engaged, manually move the switch to the neutral or "off" position. Repair the drum switch
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WARNING!
Be sure the power feed switch is in the neutral posi-
tion before turning the key switch to the on (#1) or accessory (#3)
position. This prevents accidental carriage movement. which may
cause serious injury or death.
Using The Power Feed
HINT:
To get a straight cut in the first part of the board, feed the blade into the log at a slow speed.
This stops the blade from flexing and dipping up or down. Turn the carriage feed rate switch to a
slow speed until the whole width of the blade has entered the cut. Then use the carriage feed rate
switch to increase the feed rate as desired. Maximum feed rate varies with width and hardness of
the wood. Over-feeding results in engine and blade wear, and also produces a wavy cut.
1.
Stop the carriage at the end of the cut by turning the carriage feed rate switch counter-
clockwise until the carriage stops moving.
2.
Throw the clutch/brake lever UP to stop the blade and drop the engine to idle. Remove the board
from the top of the log.
CAUTION!
Be sure to stop the blade when returning the car-
riage. 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.
for optional procedure for Super series
mills.
3.
Return the carriage to the front of the mill by turning the carriage forward/reverse switch down. The
power feed motor will bypass the carriage feed rate switch and the carriage will automatically
return at the fastest speed available.
Always disengage the blade before returning the car-
riage for the next cut.
for optional procedure for Super series mills.
4.
Make sure that the blade does not catch on the end of the log. Raise the carriage slightly to make
sure the blade clears the log when returned.
HINT:
Try to stop the blade while the heel of the blade
is still on the log. Then bring the carriage back without adjusting the blade up. This lets you keep
the blade at the current height setting so you can make the next blade height adjustment more
quickly.
DANGER!
Stay clear of the area between the trailer axle and
saw carriage. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
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