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==== Feed is inconsistent ==== | ==== Feed is inconsistent ==== | ||
The feed rollers may be gunked up with sap which causes the rollers slip. Use a wirebrush on the feed rollers with a squirt of isopropanol or tool cleaner spray. | * The feed rollers may be gunked up with sap which causes the rollers slip. Use a wirebrush on the feed rollers with a squirt of isopropanol or tool cleaner spray. | ||
* Feed rate and cut depth per pass may be too fast or deep. | |||
* Roller travelers are gunked up and need to be lubed. Contact a steward to perform this maintaiance. | |||
== Adjustment Log == | |||
== Adjustment | |||
===== 21 MAY 2026 ===== | |||
KJ Lubed the roller travelers | |||
===== Clearances Table ===== | |||
Don't adjust any of these settings. This is for reference for the shop stewards only. | Don't adjust any of these settings. This is for reference for the shop stewards only. | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
|+ | |+ Clearances | ||
|- | |- | ||
! Adjustment !! Stock Setting !! Prev Setting !! New Setting | ! Adjustment !! Stock Setting !! Prev Setting !! New Setting | ||
Latest revision as of 15:55, 22 May 2026
Typical Workflow
- Check for full chip/dust bin in both the collection vacume and drawer. Remove chips if not empty.
- TBA
- Finish by cleaning up chip / dust bin after at least 5 min of settling time. The dust is very light and stays in the air.
Troubleshooting
Always SAFETY LOCKOUT the device before any troubleshooting. This means, physically disconnecting the power from the unit, unplug and do not allow anyone near the outlet.
Feed is inconsistent
- The feed rollers may be gunked up with sap which causes the rollers slip. Use a wirebrush on the feed rollers with a squirt of isopropanol or tool cleaner spray.
- Feed rate and cut depth per pass may be too fast or deep.
- Roller travelers are gunked up and need to be lubed. Contact a steward to perform this maintaiance.
Adjustment Log
21 MAY 2026
KJ Lubed the roller travelers
Clearances Table
Don't adjust any of these settings. This is for reference for the shop stewards only.
| Adjustment | Stock Setting | Prev Setting | New Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intake Feed Roller Spring | None | unknown | tba |
| Output Feed Roller Spring | None | unknown | tba |
| Intake Roller Height | .020" | Unknown | Unknown |
| Output Roller Height | .020" | Unknown | Unknown |