Dake Corporation
724 Robbins Road
Grand Haven, MI 49417
www.dakecorp.com
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REV022019
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Always keeps hands and fingers away from the blade.
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Stop the machine before removing chips.
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Shut off power and clean tool and work area before leaving the machine.
Use of machine:
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Do not force tool.
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Use vice to secure work before cutting.
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Maintain tool condition: keep tool sharp, lubricated and clean for the best and safest
performance.
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Adjust and position the blade arm before starting to cut.
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Keep blade guide arm tight, a loose guide arm will affect tools accuracy.
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Make sure blade speed is set for the material being cut.
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Ensure the blade size and type is proper for the job.
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Machine is intended to be used only used for general metal cutting within the range of
cutting capacity.
Working environment:
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Saws weighted sound pressure level: 80dB.
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Keep work area clean.
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Do not use in a dangerous environment: do not use in damp or wet location or expose
them to rain.
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Keep work area well lit.
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Do not install or use machine in explosive or dangerous environment.
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Keep visitors away from tool. Anyone unqualified to run the tool should have no
interaction with the tool.
Maintenance:
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Disconnect machine from power when making repairs or changing the blade.
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Check for damaged parts, if any part is found damaged it needs to be properly repaired
or replaced.
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Ensure that blade tension and blade tracking are properly adjusted.
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To prolong blade life release blade tension at the end of each work day.
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Check coolant daily. Insufficient or dirty coolant can cause a low cutting rate and
premature blade failure. Dirty coolant may cause bacteria growth that may cause skin
irritation.
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When cutting magnesium never use soluble oils or emulsions (oil-water mix) as waster
may start an accidental magnesium chip fire. Talk to your industrial coolant supplier for
specific recommendations.
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Pay attention to wiping dry surfaces where coolant accumulates but does not evaporate
quickly such as between the bed and vice of the machine. This is to prevent the
machined surfaces from corroding being that a water-soluble coolant is used.
