FS3SP CONCRETE SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
GENERAL SAFETY
■ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.
■ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operating techniques before using the saw.
■Stop the engine when leaving the saw unattended.
■Block the unit when leaving or when using on a slope.
■Maintain this equipment in a safe operating condition at all times.
■ALWAYS stop the engine before servicing, adding fuel and oil.
■NEVER Run engine without air filter. Severe engine damage may occur.
■ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction.
DIAMOND BLADE SAFETY
■Use appropriate steel centered diamond blades manufactured for use on concrete saws.
■ALWAYS inspect diamond blades before each use. The blade should exhibit no cracks, dings, or flaws in the steel centered core and/or rim. Center (arbor) hole must be undamaged and true.
■Examine blade flanges for damage, excessive wear and cleanliness before mounting blade. Blade should fit snugly on the shaft and against the inside/outside blade flanges.
■Ensure that the blade is marked with an operating speed greater than the blade shaft speed of the saw.
■Only cut the material that is specified by the diamond blade. Readthespecificationsofthediamondbladetoensuretheproper tool has been matched to the material being cut.
■ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children.
■NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■NEVERoperatethissawinareasthatcontaincombustiblematerial or fumes. Fire and/or explosions may result from errant sparks from the equipment.
■ALWAYS keep blade guards in place. Exposure of the diamond blade must not exceed 180 degrees.
■Ensure that the diamond blade does not come into contact with the ground or surface during transportation. DO NOT drop the diamond blade on ground or surface.
■The engine governor is designed to permit maximum engine speed in a
■Ensure that the blade is mounted for proper operating direction.
WARNING:
■DO NOT operate this equipment unless all guards and safety devices are attached and in place.
■Caution must be exercised while servicing this equipment. Rotating and moving parts can cause injury if contacted.
■Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized people away from the equipment at all times.
■Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all warranties.
■Test the ON/OFF switch before operating.The purpose of the switch is to shut down the engine.
SAW TRANSPORTATION SAFETY
■Use the lifting bail and appropriate lifting equipment to ensure the safe movement of the saw.
■DO NOT use the handle bars and/or front pointer as lifting points.
■NEVER tow the saw behind a vehicle.
■Ensure that both pointer bars are positioned appropriately to minimize their exposure during transportation.
■Safeguardagainstextremesawattitudesrelativetolevel. Engines tippedtoextremeanglesmaycauseoiltogravitateintothecylinder head making the engine difficult to start.
■NEVER transport the saw with the blade mounted.
PAGE 10 —
