Safety Precautions, Safety Alerts, Proposition

Safety Precautions

Operate the CC1800XL and all of its components according to this manual. Failure to comply with and understand the following safety, operations, and maintenance instructions can result in serious injuries and/or death. All operators must be properly trained or supervised by experienced personnel prior to using this saw and should understand the risks and hazards involved. Diamond Products discourages improper or unintended saw usage and cannot be held liable for any resulting damages.

Saw modifications should be made by Diamond Products to ensure safety and design. Any modifications made by the owner(s) are not the responsibility of Diamond Products and void all saw warranties if a problem arises as a result of the modification.

Refer to the CC1800XL Parts List for additional information and part diagrams. Refer to the engine/motor manual and manufacturer as the primary source for all safety, operations, and maintenance instructions regarding the engine/motor. Prior to operating, record the saw’s serial number, and the engine’s/motor’s model and serial numbers in Appendix A.

Notice: The information in this manual may be updated at any time!

Safety Alerts

DANGER

Serious injuries and/or death will occur if these instructions are not followed.

WARNING

Serious injuries and/or death could occur if these instructions are not followed.

CAUTION

Mild and/or moderate injuries could occur if these instructions are not followed.

Proposition 65

WARNING

Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other reproductive harm.

Spark Arrester Requirement

WARNING

In the State of California it is a violation of Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective, working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire pursuant to Section 4443.

Respiratory Hazards

WARNING

Concrete cutting produces dust and fumes known to cause illness, death, cancer, respiratory disease, birth defects, and/or other reproductive harm. Safety protection techniques include, but are not limited to:

•Wearing gloves.

•Wearing safety goggles or a face shield.

•Using approved respirators.

•Washing work clothes daily.

•Using water when wet cutting to minimize dust.

•Washing the hands and face prior to eating/drinking.

For additional safety and self-protection information contact your employer, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and/or The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

CC1800XL Concrete Saw Manual