26 – English
1. Place the log on the rails facing the folding log
supports (FIG. 44).
2. Set the height of the bandsaw blade using the
crank (11).
3. Clean any sand from the log, if necessary. This
results in less wear.
4. Check and if necessary top up the chain oil tank
with chain oil on each sawmill.
5. Check the fuel tank and fill with fuel if necessary,
see page 22.
6. Check that the chain runs in the right direction,
see page 18.
Calculating the Yield
Measure the log’s top end and determine how the log
should be utilised for the timber in question. Include
the thickness of the saw cut in the calculation.
The saw cut thickness = 7 mm.
WARNING!
Use the following protective
equipment when sawing:
• Boots or shoes fitted with steel toecaps.
• Hearing protection.
• Eye protection.
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.
Before starting the engine, check that:
• All guards are fitted and undamaged.
• No unauthorised personnel are within the
risk zone.
Sawing
USE
!
FIG. 45
FIG. 46
11