Dake Corporation
724 Robbins Road
Grand Haven, MI 49417
www.dakecorp.com
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REV032019
MAINTENANCE - STORAGE - ASSISTANCE - DISPOSAL
Routine maintenance operations which can be performed by the user are described
below.
Have the machine repaired by qualified personnel only. This machine complies with all the
relevant safety prescriptions. Repairs to the machine must be carried out by skilled personnel
only using original spare parts. Failure to observe this recommendation could jeopardize user
safety.
DANGER - WARNING
Before performing any maintenance work the machine must be disconnected from the power
source and locked out.
REPLACING SAW BLADE
DANGER – WARNING: WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES.
Tools required
: Appropriate hex keys and/or screwdrivers are needed to replace the blade.
Check the rotation of the used blade. Notice arrow direction on the head frame.
Use of used blades is not recommended.
Check the compatibility of the NEW blade for the saw. Only use a blade with a thickness
between .025” and .035”.
1. Loosen the blade guide handle and slide the blade guides towards the center of the of
the cutting head. Lightly tighten the handles (4).
2. Remove the rear blade cover by unscrewing the hex screws. Remove cover and put it
safely out of your way.
DANGER – WARNING WHEN THE BLADE COVER IS OPENED, THE BLADE MAY
JUMP OUT.
3. Turn the handwheel (2) counter clockwise to loosen and facilitate removal of the blade;
4. First remove the blade from the blade wheels and then from the blade guide bearings.
5. Remove and clean any chips or debris using a small brush.
6. Install the new blade.
7. Make sure, by means of a visual inspection, that the blade is installed with the teeth
pointing in the direction indicted by the arrow on the machine; (Forward) Tighten the
blade tensioning handle lightly.
8. Mount the blade cover by tightening the hex screws.
9. Turn the handwheel (2) clockwise to tighten blade until the indicator (14) on the body is
aligned with the “MAX” position on the label.
