Safety Information
BlaDe SaFeTy
WarNiNg
Rotating blade can cut and crush. alWayS keep hands and feet clear while operating
the saw.
CauTioN
NeVer operate the saw without blade guards and covers in place.Exposure of the diamond blade must not exceed 180 degrees.
alWayS ensure that unit is unplugged (disconnected) when installing blade.
Verify the electric motor is set to the OFF position before installing a blade.
alWayS inspect blade before each use. The blade should exhibit no cracks, dings, or fl aws in the steel centered core and/or rim. Center (arbor) hole must be undamaged and true.
NOTICE
Use proper blades and follow blade manufacturer’s recommendations.Match the blade RPM (blade shaft RPM) to the recommended blade surface feet per minute (SFPM).
Ensure the 5/8"
alWayS examine blade flanges for damage and excessive wear.
Ensure the blade is marked with an operating speed greater than the spindle speed of the saw.
Only cut the material that is specifi ed for the diamond blade. Read the specifi cation of the diamond blade to ensure the proper tool has been matched to the material being cut.
If wet cutting, ensure a WeT CuTTiNg blade is being used and that the water supply system to the blade is properly functioning and being used.
Do NoT drop the diamond blade on ground or surface.
Ensurethatthebladeismountedforproperoperatingdirection.
Adhere to the blade manufacturer’s recommendations on handling, storage and safe usage of blades.
eleCTriC MoTor SaFeTy
NOTICE
Operate electric motor only at the specifi ed voltage indicated on the nameplate.
Do NoT spray water onto electric motor.
alWayS disconnect AC power plug from power source before moving saw.
alWayS make sure the ON/OFF switch on the electric motor is in the OFF position when not in use and before inserting the mixer’s power plug into an AC receptacle.
poWer CorD/CaBle SaFeTy
DaNger
NeVer let power cords or cables lay in water.
NeVer stand in water while AC power from the generator is being transferred to a load.
NeVer use damaged or worn cables or cords when connecting equipment to power source. Inspect for cuts in the insulation.
NeVer grab or touch a live power cord or cable with wet hands. The possibility exists of electrical shock, electrocution or death.
CauTioN
Ensure that cables and cords will not be tripped over or trapped underneath the saw.
NOTICE
alWayS make certain that proper power or extension cord has been selected for the job. See Cable Selection Chart in this manual.
SP1E16A PAVEMENT SAW • operation manual — rev. #0 (04/14/10) — page 11
