STOW CUTTER 1 CE SAW— BLADE PLACEMENT

6.Inner Flange (Collar) - This flange is fixed upon the spindle. The inside surface of the flange must be free of debris and permit a tight closure on the surface of the blade.

Blade Removal and Replacement

1.Set the ENGINE ON/OFF switches to the "OFF" position to prevent accidental starting.

2.Place the saw on a stable level working surface.

3.Ensure the blade is raised and the raise/lower crank is locked into position.

When removing or installing a

NOTE diamond blade, please note that the blade retaining nuts are left and right- hand threaded.

4. Lift up the blade guard cover to gain access to the blade.

Figure 11.Tool (Blade) Placement

WARNING

Incorrectly installed blades can cause damage to the blade or equipment or cause injury due to breakage.

WARNING

Dropping or forcing the blade onto the cutting surface can severely damage the diamond blade and may cause serious damage to the saw and bodily harm.

Figure 12. Tool (Blade) Wrench

5.Use the provided blade nut wrench to remove and install the blade. (Figure 12)

6.Unscrew the spindle nut (right side loosens clockwise and tightens counter-clockwise while the left side loosens counter-clockwise and tightens clockwise). DO NOT overtighten the nut (approximately 45-50 ft. lb/61-68 N/m) when finalizing the assembly.

STOW CUTTER 1 CE — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/20/07) — PAGE 19

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