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Hud-son OSCAR 428 Operator's Manual

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WWW.HUD-SON.COM • 800.765.SAWS
OSCAR 428 SAWMILL OPERATOR'S MANUAL
8201 STATE ROUTE 12 • PO BOX 345 • BARNEVELD, NY 13304

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  • Page 1 WWW.HUD-SON.COM • 800.765.SAWS OSCAR 428 SAWMILL OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8201 STATE ROUTE 12 • PO BOX 345 • BARNEVELD, NY 13304...
  • Page 2 2 ......A note from Hud-Son 3 .
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Purchaser Agreement By accepting the delivery of your sawmill by Hud-Son Forest Equipment you agree that you will not modify your mill from it’s original assembly. This will VOID any warranty from Hud-Son Forest Equipmen Please fill out the information for quick reference:...

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines

    Please use good judgement and keep safety in mind when operating Hud-Son machinery. Please read and follow ALL the instructions in this manual before operating the Hud-Son Mill safely at all times. These instructions were produced for your benefit. Your ability to understand and follow the instructions is essential for the safe operation of this prod- uct.
  • Page 5 Hud-Son Forest Equipment is not liable for damage to property or personal injury due to the failure of any person and/or operator to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations contained in other literature issued by other vendor manuals in the owner's kit.
  • Page 6 Ground Track Set Up For the 428 Sawmill Steps for Setting Up the Hud-Son Saw Mill A. Machine Set-Up (ground track unit) (SEE FIG. A page #7) 1 - For best results and easier set-up, the mill location should be level solid ground and free of obstructions.
  • Page 7 4 - The track comes with four yellow track stop tabs and the bolts to fasten them to the track. Place the track stops at the four end corners, then bolt on the inside of the track. Place them on the inside corner of the track, secure them into place with the bolt and nut provided.
  • Page 8 C. Setting Head on Track (if applicable) Ground Models Once your track is level, you are ready to set the head on the track. Once again, be sure the area is still free and clear of obstructions. You will want the head to roll freely down the track.
  • Page 9 E. Trailer unit set up for the Oscar 428 - For use with 16' or 20' Torsion Axle Trailers. 1 - Set-up area should be relatively level and clear of debris. The head will need to roll down the track, be sure the area is free of obstructions.
  • Page 10 Before operating the Hud-Son Saw Mill the following procedures need to be performed: 1 - Check oil and fuel levels drip. If more lube is needed, continue to adjust 2 - Check blade lubrication and the valve until the desired flow is acquired.
  • Page 11 By debarking and cleaning your log it will extend the life of your blade significantly. (see fig F-1) 1 - Adjust the Hud-Son guides so that they are slightly (no more than 2 inches) wider than the maximum width of the log. (see Fig F-2)

  • Page 12: Cutting Procedure

    Cutting Procedure (Note: as you cut slabs, boards or squares you may need to adjust the guide to ensure the best performance and quality cuts) 2 - Find the top of the log with the blade. Remember, that you may have cheaters in place so be sure these are clear when making the first cut.
  • Page 13 Fig.G-1 Fig.G Adjustable dog, set at an angle so that log can be Flat side must be flush and Flat against the squaring pins to assure a square cant. sawed without interference. H. Cutting Dimensional Lumber You can cut down to a 1" thick bottom board. To achieve this you will use the moveable side of the dog and the short squaring pins welded in the track.
  • Page 14 4 - De-tension the band blade after each day of cutting. 5 - Never operate the mill without the guards in place. The Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc. sawmill comes with a band blade and we have an excellent re-sharpening program for your band blades.
  • Page 15 N. Using the Lumber Scale 1 - All Hud-Son sawmills are equipped with a Lumber Scale. The scale is used to make the dimensioning process simple. The scale incorporates 4 separate scales with the blade kerf factored in for each increment.
  • Page 16 Fig. H 8/4 Scale Row = 2” Lumber Actual Blade Height Used For Scaling 6/4 Scale Row = 1 - 1/2” Lumber 5/4 Scale Row = 1 - 1/4” Lumber Regular Inch Scale 4/4 Scale Row = 1” Lumber...
  • Page 17 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST For Hud-Son Sawmills Cleaning your Saw Mill  Using an air hose, blow off all loose debris that builds around the unit.  Use extreme caution when cleaning the mechanism.  Never use flammable or combustible materials to clean the mill.
  • Page 18 Make sure all nuts are tightened. Check to see any damage that may need to be repaired before any further damage occurs. Routinely checking the equipment and proper maintenance will help in keeping the Hud-Son Saw Mill running to the best of its ability.

  • Page 19: Bea-01-24

    2 Years - call your Gasoline Engine CH440-3041 servicing Dealer. 1 Years - call your servicing Electric Motor Hud-Son Dealer. 1.5" Pillow Block Bearing, 1" 6 Years - call your servicing BEA-01-24 Pillow Block Bearing Hud-Son Dealer. 1 Year - call your servicing Drive Belt Hud-Son Dealer.
  • Page 20 Track Sections TE-28 Hud-Son Dealer. 1 Year - call your servicing TK-28 Axles (Trailer Models) Hud-Son Dealer. 90 Days - Call Hud-Son and ask Sprockets & Chain for the warranty department 1 Years - call your servicing Winch WIN-01-2000, Hud-Son Dealer.
  • Page 21 4 - If the problem is deemed too severe to be fixed in the field by the customer, then the customer must bring the saw mill, at the owner's expense, to the closest Hud-Son Dealer/Distributor for repair. If the Dealer/Distributor is not qualified to make the repairs, then the equipment must be returned to Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc at the customer's expense.
  • Page 22 ALWAYS CALL YOUR SERVICING DEALER FIRST!! Dealers/Distributors carry parts and are very knowledgeable with the inner workings of your sawmill. Remember that modifying your mill or using parts that are Not Hud-Son Forest Equipment Inc approved, can void your warranty.
  • Page 23 OSCAR 428 LIFT CABLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Your Hud-Son Saw Mill comes with a manual winch lift system. This system is spooled with a 5/32" steel cable that is used in combination with the winch to lift and lower the saw mill cutting head. The pictures below will help you in the event you need to re-install a cable.

  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Problem Cause Solution Sharpen or Replace Blade Saw at Full Throttle Check Torque on Tensioning Bolt Dull Blade (Perform “Flutter” Test) RPM’s Not High Enough Use Lubricant on Blade Blade Not Tensioned Properly DO NOT USE ANY TYPE OF Blade is Diving/Rising PETROLEUM PRODUCTS FOR Sawing Soft Pitch Wood...
  • Page 25 Oscar 428 Sawmill...

  • Page 26: Table Of Contents

    Oscar 428 Mill Parts List Item No. Part No. Description WIN-01-2000 Brake Winch 1500 TUB-20-22 22" SLIDE TUBE ASSEMBLY BEA-01-24 1.5" PILLOW BLOCK BEARING BLG-02-01 HUD-SON GUIDE SHA-01-8.5 PILLOW BLOCK KEY SHAFT MIL-10-0000-001 GUIDE PIN WHE-02-44-256 16" SHEAVE BUS-01-24-44 Q BUSHING BOLT...

  • Page 27: Har-01-06-32

    5/16-18 X 1 3/4 X 7/8 ZHB HS1004 CLUTCH TAN-03-001 OPERATORS MANUAL TUBE TUB-20-20 LIFT TUBE MIL-CAGE OSCAR 428 CAGE WELD-MENT WHE-04-12-53 TW3 TRACK WHEEL HAR-55-12-1000-125 3/4 X 1 X 1/8 ZNFW HAR-12-12-64 TRACK WHEEL SHOULDER BOLT CAB-01-0532A Cable, 5/32...
  • Page 29 OSCAR 428 EXPLODED ENGINE AREA VIEW WITH PART NUMBER IDENTIFICATION...

  • Page 31: Har-25-08

    Track Assembly Oscar 428 Track Parts List Oscar 428 Item No. Part No. Description Qty. TRA-01-002 1/4”-20 ZHN 1/2"-13 ZHN HAR-25-08 TRACK BOLTS 1/4 - 20 X 1 ZHB HAR-01-04-16 J-BAR PIN BOLT 1/2 - 13 X 1 1/2 ZHB...

  • Page 32: Blade Guide

    Blade Guide BLADE GUIDE KIT NOTE: ITEM 4 IS ONLY SOLD AS PAIRS ORDERING PART NUMBER CP20-10A INCLUDES TWO SHOES, TWO NUTS (ITEM 13, AND TWO SCREWS (ITEM 12) Item No Part No Description Qty. BLG-01-06 S Guide Body BLG-01-05 Long Shoe Holder BLG-01-04 Short Shoe Holder...
  • Page 33 Trailer Assembly Oscar 428 Trailer Parts List Oscar 428 Item No. Part No. Description TRA-01-002 2”BALL HITCH HAR-50-08-1076-10 1/2 ZFW HAR-25-08 1/2"-16 ZHN HAR-01-08-40 1/2"-16 X 2 1/2" ZHB TIR-01-175-80-13 TRAILER TIRE T1K2592455X3214D AXLE ASSEMBLY O228-003 A TRACK ASSEMBLY O228-004-00-1...
  • Page 34 Track Wheel Assembly Parts List Item No. Part No. Description Qty. WHE-04-12-53 TRACK WHEEL HAR-12-12-64 SHOULDER BOLT HAR-55-12-1000-125 3/4"X1"X1/8" ZNFW 3/4" ZFW HAR-50-12-1166-76 FLAT WASHER PIN-08-25 C-CLIP OR SNAP RING BEA-03-12-24T 3/4" BEARING...
  • Page 35 Site Glass Assembly SITE GLASS PART NUMBER UG-100 Small Dog Assembly PART NUMBER- MIL-15-02S...
  • Page 36 Sheave Assembly Parts List w/Belting for Oscar 428 Item No Part No Description WHE-02-44-288 18" SHEAVE (RED) BEL-04-58-056.5 Belting Crown Top BUS-01-24-256 Q-BUSHING HAR-01-05-32 Bolt Clutch for Oscar 428 Item No Part No Description HS 1004 CLUTCH...
  • Page 37 MAINTENANCE NOTES _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________...
  • Page 38 Thank you for choosing Hud-Son Forest Equipment, Inc. 8201 State Rt. 12, PO Box 345 Barneveld, NY 13304 info@hud-son.com We have an on-side technician available to answer any questions Monday - Friday 8 to 4:30 and Saturday from 8 to noon. 315-896-7297.

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