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move the assembly to the left or right until the laser 

line is in line with the blade.

5. Tighten the laser light assembly locking knob.

Changing the batteries

1. Remove the laser light 

assembly (21) from the 

laser light arm (19).

2. Slide off the laser light 

battery cover (23).

3. Replace both AAA 

batteries, taking care to 

insert the new batteries 

with the correct polarity.   

WARNINGS.

 Use only correct 

batteries, 2 x AAA

DO NOT

 mix old and new 

batteries

DO NOT

 mix alkaline, 

standard (carbon-zinc) 

or rechargeable (nickel-

cadmium) batteries.
4. Replace the laser light battery cover.

CAUTION. 

Remove the laser light batteries when the tool 

is to be stored without use for a few days or more. If 

left in position, the batteries might leak and damage the 

laser light assembly. Damage due to leaking batteries is 

not covered under warranty.

Maintenance

WARNING.

 Always ensure that the tool is switched off 

and the plug is removed from the power point before 

making and adjustments or maintenance procedures.
When you have finished cutting your tiles, always 

disconnect the power, empty the water and fully clean 

and dry the machine.

Cleaning

1.  Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all 

times.

2.  Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done 

with a soft brush or a rag.

3.  Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.

CAUTION. 

Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic 

parts of the saw. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is 

recommended. 

General inspection

Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They 

may vibrate loose over time.

Repairs

Only an authorised service centre should replace the 

cordset or effect other repairs. If the cordset is damaged 

or worn, have it repaired or replaced by an authorised 

service centre.

Summary of Contents for 040521 ED8 PR

Page 1: ...1 LSTSAW 040521 ED8 PR Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris INSTRUCTION MANUAL Tile Cutting Saw with Laser Line Generator ...

Page 2: ...rom abuse accidents or alterations It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty claim please review the guide given on the rear of the Receipt Holder An indication is given as to the...

Page 3: ...ol making it easy to maintain and operate Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All tools hoses and packaging should be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way WARNINGS 1 It may be more difficult to see the laser line in conditions of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces 2 When storing the tool...

Page 4: ...se this tool properly you must observe the safety regulations the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards Children and infirm people must not use this tool Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in wh...

Page 5: ... in tool with your finger on the switch 16 Use outdoor rated extension cords When a tool is used outdoors use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use and are so marked 17 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate a power tool when you are tired 18 Check for damaged parts Before using a tool check that there are no damaged parts If a part is slightly damaged...

Page 6: ...ch it off immediately and disconnect from the power supply Let the blade reach full speed before starting the cut Let the blade come to a complete stop before removing any jammed or off cut material from around the blade area Never allow the blade to run dry Failure to keep the water compartment topped up will result in possible over heating of the diamond blade and a poor cut in the tile Position...

Page 7: ... GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing If you find anything wrong do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury 1 Remove all loose parts from the carton 2 Remove the packing materials from around the saw 3 Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a level work surface ...

Page 8: ... Water compartment 9 Blade cover 10 Blade cover locking knobs 11 Table 12 Table scale 13 Blade guard 14 Blade 15 Rip fence 16 Rip fence locking lever 17 Mitre gauge 18 Mitre gauge locking knob 19 Laser light arm 20 Laser light arm locking knob 21 Laser light assembly 22 Laser light assembly locking knob 23 Laser light assembly battery cover 24 Laser light on off switch 25 Face spanners 19 1 2 3 8 ...

Page 9: ...ift up the locking lever and turn it in a clockwise direction to give it a tighter grip Push down on the locking lever to secure the fence in position Mitre gauge The mitre gauge 17 fits over the top of the rip fence and is used to cut tiles at a particular angle The mitre gauge can be adjusted from 0 to 45 and in conjunction with the fence is used to guide the work piece through the blade To adju...

Page 10: ... guide you as you cut It improves operator cutting vision enables faster set up increases accuracy and improves safety To turn the laser line on and off press the laser light on off switch 24 Installing a blade DANGER Never try to use a blade larger than the stated capacity of the saw It will come into contact with the blade guard Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade washer...

Page 11: ...with the blade cover locking knobs CAUTION Before using the saw after replacing the blade check that all the safety devices are fitted correctly including the blade guard and that they are all in good working order Run the saw without loading it to ensure the blade runs true and there are no extraneous noises Filling the water compartment 1 The water compartment 8 is incorporated into the main hou...

Page 12: ...st the rip fence and pass through the blade in a smooth action Note Do not force the tile into the blade too quickly or with excessive force allow the blade to do the work Making a mitre cut 1 Fit the mitre gauge assembly 17 over the rip fence 2 Choose the desired mitre angle and tighten the mitre gauge locking knob 18 3 Place the tile into the mitre gauge and hold it firmly in position 4 Push the...

Page 13: ...es are acceptable Bright shiny reflective sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the operator Only turn the laser beam on when the work piece is on the tool 1 Mark the line of the cut on the work piece 2 Adjust the angle of mitre and bevel of the cut as required 3 Hold the work piece in position using the laser line to align th...

Page 14: ...is not covered under warranty Maintenance WARNING Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point before making and adjustments or maintenance procedures When you have finished cutting your tiles always disconnect the power empty the water and fully clean and dry the machine Cleaning 1 Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times 2 Remove dust...

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Page 16: ...vice to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 d...

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