Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for aligning
- Conduct shut down
- Follow organisational safety procedures thoughout all maintenance and repair processes.
- Remove, replace and temporarily store mechanical and safety components to provide access to alignment parts.
- Remove, replace and temporarily locate guides.
- Keep work area clear of dust, off-cuts and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
- Align rings and heads
- Access and interpret equipment history records, and manufacturer's recommendations.
- Remove canter rings and chipper heads to be aligned.
- Assess performance of canter rings and chipper heads and re-align, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Check saw for alignment and free operation.
- Identify routine processing and equipment faults and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.