Printed in USA
© 2002
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E-GMS14A-I-0402
100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702-4600 USA
Phone (301) 663-1600 • 1-800-638-3326
Fax (301) 663-1607 • 1-800-447-3326
Website: www.edcoinc.com • Email: [email protected]
Starting the Engine:
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Be sure blade is clear of item to be cut.
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Determine that the recoil starter assembly turns freely, starter rope pulls easily, and the rope retracts properly.
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Follow the instructions supplied in the engine manufacturer’s
Owner’s Manual
for starting engine.
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Open the throttle and allow engine to reach operating temperature.
Note:
To ensure that the necessary power is transferred to the blade, all cutting must be done at
full throttle.
The
governor is factory set for correct speed - altering this setting will damage the machine. Maintain the engine according
to factory specifications.
Cutting:
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Place the work piece on rolling table against the backstop and use the rolling table to move the work piece to the
blade. Do not strain the engine while cutting or jam work piece into the blade. Do not twist the work piece while
cutting.
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Do not reach underneath or around work piece while the blade is rotating.
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Keep stable footing at all times while cutting.
Keep hair, clothing, fingers and all body parts away from the blade and any other moving parts.
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For wet cutting, maintain an adequate supply of water to cool the blade.
Note:
If using the optional water pump, clean water must be run through the cycle daily to avoid build up in the
pump.
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When you have finished cutting, return throttle to idle. Stop the engine by returning the engine mounted stop switch
to the OFF position. Do not leave the saw running unattended.
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Clean dust and debris from entire machine.
IMPORTANT REMINDER:
This machine is designed to use diamond blades to cut pavers, stone, tile,
masonry products and brick. Do not use it to cut anything else.
Possible Diamond Blade Problems
Figure 8
Refer to the
Rx for Diamond Blades
for more detailed information
on diamond blades.