MAINTENANCE

Checking the Braking Function

For the one-man saw to meet safety requirements, the braking function must be checked at least once per week. Check the braking function in the following way:

1.Start the sawmill motor/engine.

2.Start the bandsaw blade with the control unit

(4).

3.Release the control unit and the bandsaw should stop within 5 seconds.

4.If the bandsaw blade does not stop within the prescribed time, the unit is not to be used until the braking function clutch is repaired. Contact your local dealer.

5.Check the Safety Switch Function.

FIG. 64

The Saw Unit’s Height

Adjustment

Maintenance procedures on the components listed below are necessary in order to assure the bandsaw blade’s vertical adjustment.

Runners (12)

The guides that locate the saw unit should be wiped clean and moistened with oil as required.

Screws (19), sprocket (A), and chain (B) The screws should be wiped clean as required.

The drive chain that links both the height adjustment screws should be oiled once a year. To oil the chain proceed as follows: Loosen the cover on the short side of the chain guard. Crank back and forth, about 20 turns in each direction, while spraying oil on the chain. Use a cloth to wipe up any excess oil.

FIG. 65

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Husqvarna SMB 70, SMB 70 E manual Checking the Braking Function, Saw Unit’s Height Adjustment