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12 IN. FLOORING CUTTER - Instructions
PARTS LIST:
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
• Always wear safety glasses when operating this tool
• Keep cutting blade in the fully closed position when not
in use
• Keep fingers and hands away from blade cutting area
• Periodically check that all hardware remains tight
MAINTENANCE
• Keep cutter clean and store in a dry place when
not in use
• This cutter does not use a sharp blade. It is a blunt blade meant to rip through
flooring planks and will not splinter flooring. If necessary, square off the edges
of blade by using a sharpening stone.
• Periodically check all assembly to ensure that hardware remains tight.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Tools needed for assembly (not included): 11/16” and 3/8” wrench and
Philips Screwdriver
Step 1:
Attach fence to center of base at location screws are installed.
Step 2:
Attach handle to the cutting blade with the supplied screws,
washers, and nuts.
Step 3:
Attach the blade to the cutter base
• Remove the locknut from the base and slide the bolt out just enough to
release one of the plastic spacers from the underside of the base.
• Align the blade hole with the bolt and hole in the base.
• Replace the spacer and bolt, tighten locknut.
Step 4:
Place the 4 round self-stick felt pads on the bottom of the base.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place cutter on the floor making sure it is on a level surface
2. Mark the plank to be cut and place it finished side up against the
backstop. Note: Place the grooved or
indented side of the laminate against the
backstop. The “tongue” side should be
closest to the blade.
3. The V-Support should be used to support
the plank while cutting
4. Begin the cut by holding the flooring
firmly with
one hand and cutting approximately ½” into the
flooring material.
5. Proceed using both hands with a smooth powerful downward motion
to complete your cut.
6. Your cut plank will be slight rough. Remember the cut side will always
be placed along the wall to be covered up by baseboard or finish
molding.
CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-866-435-8665
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1 Cutter Base
1 Handle
1 Cutting Blade
3 Screws
6 Washers
3 Nuts
4 Felt Pads
1 V-Support
1 Fence
WARNING:
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can
expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other
safeguards for personal protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood-dust
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