Thanks so much for posting this video. I have an LM29 and didn’t know how the scales worked. Your explanation made it clear how to use the scales. I was using a tape measure to make every cut and there is no such thing as attaining production speed and quantity with it. Best wishes from West Virginika
Nice video, well done. I have an HD38 Max and it has the same issue with water that was mentioned in a couple of the other replies replies. The Norwood technical team tried to help but to no avail. I finally went to my local auto parts store and replaced the clear plastic hose with one that was more flexible and since then it works the way it should.
Thankyou, I think I still have the original hose, but it just started leaking so I gotta replace it. Since I started running diesel fuel in the lube tank it has made the hose more soft and pliable.
Remove the sawdust before dropping it all the way down, it helps. I bought the electronic scale and it's great I recommend it. You can actually see when the blade is moving in the cut on the led read out. Thanks for the vid.
The unit that pinches the water tube on mine worked good for a bit then it started not pinching it closed tight enough so it was dripping water even when I wasn't cutting. So I cut out a piece of cedar shingle and wedged it behind the tube to take up the space. Just take the cover off that protects that actuator and put the piece against the side wall that the tube is against. I tried adjustments but it would not press in any further.
Sounds like you may have a problem with the parts that pinch the hose being sticky or not working properly. But if you have it wiring good that’s what counts now.
Yes, there are many times you have to do the math to mill a log as opposed to following the scales. This was very helpful, so now we need to spread the word and get you more views. I have the same issue with that last cut as well. There are some things about the design that weren't well thought out. Those shutoff switches behind the covers are annoying if you don't pay attention to their position when you put the covers on. Sometimes just a bump makes it shut off. Of course right where they are, the covers tend to bow out and don't stay in tight. I have thought about a bungee strap wrapped around it might tighten it up. Thanks for such a speedy response with this video!
Just found your channel. Excellent explanations. I notice many millers are installing DROs to their mills. Seems inexpensive and easy. Have you considered it? Thanks I saw your video where you sold your mill and went to Tennessee. Are you set up there now?
Thanks for replying to my comment below. I'm very curious about how you instituted the diesel drip. I use a water/Pine-Sol mixture but recently when milling Black Walnut I noticed buildup on the top of the blade and on the rollers which required cleaning. Did you have to make any modifications? At what rate do you drip diesel (ie, a drip a second, a slow stream...)? I'm concerned about "contaminating" lumber.
Your welcome. I didn’t have to do any modifications till recently it started leaking around the valve due to the lube line expanding from the diesel, over a period of probably 9 months I just put a zip-tie around the line at the valve. Anyway, as far as I know the diesel won’t hurt the wood It’s an oil product. But it may stain though, but I haven’t seen any. In my short experience with it. As for dripping I try to use whatever is necessary for keeping the blade clean.
Good, informative video. I feel your pain about your last board thickness. My first mill was a TimberKing 1220 and the minimum last board thickness was about 1 3/8". My Wood-Mizer LT40 will cut to 1" thick and has two scales; a stationary inch scale (which I never move except to calibrate the actual blade position) and a movable quarter scale. My quarterscale "zero" is at the 1" mark on the inch scale when the quarterscale is in it's "home" position. As you do, I adjust my quarterscale, as necessary, to have the blade stop where I want (like at 6"). I then adjust the sawhead height to the highest quarterscale mark that will produce usable lumber and then cut down to my final thickness. If you're interested,I included a link to my last quarterscale video below. ua-cam.com/video/g2UuOBo7c3g/v-deo.html Dave
Yes it does… It’s connected. Have you checked to make sure it’s connected properly. And have you tried lubricating the cord that operates it? Or taking it apart to see if you can figure out what’s keeping it from working.
One thing I don’t like about most woodmizer’s is the single post Cantilevered head… I don’t really know much about it and it’s probably good. And has a good reason. but it I just don’t like that design.
Thanks so much for posting this video. I have an LM29 and didn’t know how the scales worked. Your explanation made it clear how to use the scales. I was using a tape measure to make every cut and there is no such thing as attaining production speed and quantity with it. Best wishes from West Virginika
You are welcome!!! I’m glad it’s helpful!!
Nice video, well done. I have an HD38 Max and it has the same issue with water that was mentioned in a couple of the other replies replies. The Norwood technical team tried to help but to no avail. I finally went to my local auto parts store and replaced the clear plastic hose with one that was more flexible and since then it works the way it should.
Thankyou,
I think I still have the original hose, but it just started leaking so I gotta replace it.
Since I started running diesel fuel in the lube tank it has made the hose more soft and pliable.
Thank you so much for the info. I have an os23 and was getting frustrated with it.
You are welcome! I hope you going it helpful! I’m
Remove the sawdust before dropping it all the way down, it helps. I bought the electronic scale and it's great I recommend it. You can actually see when the blade is moving in the cut on the led read out. Thanks for the vid.
Yes I do remove the sawdust if I don’t forget.
Oh cool, interesting thanks.
The unit that pinches the water tube on mine worked good for a bit then it started not pinching it closed tight enough so it was dripping water even when I wasn't cutting. So I cut out a piece of cedar shingle and wedged it behind the tube to take up the space. Just take the cover off that protects that actuator and put the piece against the side wall that the tube is against. I tried adjustments but it would not press in any further.
Sounds like you may have a problem with the parts that pinch the hose being sticky or not working properly.
But if you have it wiring good that’s what counts now.
Yes, there are many times you have to do the math to mill a log as opposed to following the scales. This was very helpful, so now we need to spread the word and get you more views. I have the same issue with that last cut as well. There are some things about the design that weren't well thought out. Those shutoff switches behind the covers are annoying if you don't pay attention to their position when you put the covers on. Sometimes just a bump makes it shut off. Of course right where they are, the covers tend to bow out and don't stay in tight. I have thought about a bungee strap wrapped around it might tighten it up. Thanks for such a speedy response with this video!
Your welcome! I actually just took that switch off.
Just found your channel. Excellent explanations. I notice many millers are installing DROs to their mills. Seems inexpensive and easy. Have you considered it?
Thanks
I saw your video where you sold your mill and went to Tennessee. Are you set up there now?
Thanks for replying to my comment below. I'm very curious about how you instituted the diesel drip. I use a water/Pine-Sol mixture but recently when milling Black Walnut I noticed buildup on the top of the blade and on the rollers which required cleaning. Did you have to make any modifications? At what rate do you drip diesel (ie, a drip a second, a slow stream...)? I'm concerned about "contaminating" lumber.
Your welcome.
I didn’t have to do any modifications till recently it started leaking around the valve due to the lube line expanding from the diesel, over a period of probably 9 months
I just put a zip-tie around the line at the valve.
Anyway, as far as I know the diesel won’t hurt the wood
It’s an oil product. But it may stain though, but I haven’t seen any. In my short experience with it.
As for dripping
I try to use whatever is necessary for keeping the blade clean.
Good, informative video.
I feel your pain about your last board thickness. My first mill was a TimberKing 1220 and the minimum last board thickness was about 1 3/8". My Wood-Mizer LT40 will cut to 1" thick and has two scales; a stationary inch scale (which I never move except to calibrate the actual blade position) and a movable quarter scale. My quarterscale "zero" is at the 1" mark on the inch scale when the quarterscale is in it's "home" position. As you do, I adjust my quarterscale, as necessary, to have the blade stop where I want (like at 6"). I then adjust the sawhead height to the highest quarterscale mark that will produce usable lumber and then cut down to my final thickness. If you're interested,I included a link to my last quarterscale video below.
ua-cam.com/video/g2UuOBo7c3g/v-deo.html
Dave
Thankyou Dave!
Does your water shutoff operate off the control handle? I'm just curious because nothing I do makes it work lol
Yes it does…
It’s connected.
Have you checked to make sure it’s connected properly.
And have you tried lubricating the cord that operates it?
Or taking it apart to see if you can figure out what’s keeping it from working.
I almost went with Norwood, they wouldn't accept American express!🤔😵💫
Interesting! I think you’ll be glad you didn’t, I’m thinking about switching to Cook’s saw manufacturing.
Right, I couldn't be happier with Woodmizer 👌🧡🧡👍
One thing I don’t like about most woodmizer’s is the single post Cantilevered head…
I don’t really know much about it and it’s probably good. And has a good reason.
but it I just don’t like that design.
It's awesome, both of mine cut perfectly, they do also offer a twin rail style as well
The LX 25 up to the LX 450!
@@thekiltedsawyer yes I’ve seen those. And thought about getting one.