464 Lumber Mill Jamming

[cbtrainman]

 I was unable to find discussion about solving (at least improving) the issue with the lumber mill logs jamming in previous posts.  So,

Any ideas?  The logs seem to wedge in the main building.  Removing the roof allows me to see where the issue is...but, solving it?
Perhaps rounding the ends of the logs? Silicone?
thanks for your help,

DA

[Serows1]

DA, what are the logs hanging up on?  Are they the original logs and if so are they warped or have they gotten damp or wet?  If the logs are distorted or have swelled from moisture they may hang-up during there trip into the mill.  Just a thought.

 Paul

[cbtrainman]

 Hi Paul...logs are straight, clean and dry.  They butt up against the end of the interior wall of the building; that wall has a taper, which is supposed to deflect the log so that it rolls down. In theory, the log enters the building, the leading end of the log hits the tapered wall, and slides off and drops into the holding area. (did that make sense?)

Thanks for the thought.

DA 

[Train-O]

DA,

Can you see if the #464-4 Drive Belt is intact, which is similar to, or is a 16mm. length of blank movie film.  Maybe, the drive belt is off it's pulleys, or it's broken.

Ralph

[cbtrainman]

Thanks Ralph for your response.  The accessory mechanically works fine, all systems go. It is simply that the log hangs up in the building, trapped between the building end and the pin on the drive belt.

 

[initagain]

How many logs are you loading into the receiving bin.  If it's more than 5, including the one that's already in the trough heading into the main building section, they will jam.  I only know this from personal experience with my own 464. Hope this suggestion works for you,  It did for me. 

[Kooljock1]

 Two things you might try:

1.  Remove the garage door in the back.  Sometimes the logs roll out at an angle causing the logs behind to jam.

2.  Lower your operating voltage.  It is best set at just enough to move the logs and planks, but no higher.  Too high and they'll jam.

 

Jon 

[EIS2]

 DA, Try tilting the lumber mill back slightly.  I raised the front of the lumber mill 1/4".  That eliminated all jamming in my lumber mill.  Good Luck...

Earl

[cbtrainman]

 Thanks all for the great input; I'll try out your suggestions and report back!

[cbtrainman]

OK guys...here's what worked for me:  I followed Earl's suggestion of tipping the whole accessory back slightly, and that was enough to cause the logs to drop into the bin after they entered the building.  I also was mindful of the voltage...important.  thanks again.

btw - it's not a fool proof accessory, somewhat tempramental!