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© 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc.  REV12232021 P/N  610794

536-E OPERATOR MANUAL

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Operation

PIPE CUTTING USING 

POWERGRIT® PIPE CUTTING CHAIN

To assure the best performance from your ICS® power cutter when cutting ductile iron pipe 

or similar pipe materials, follow all safety precautions and 
recommended cutting techniques.

Never attempt to cut ductile iron pipe or similar pipe materials with the power cutter 

unless using PowerGrit® Pipe Cutting Chain.

  

Using concrete diamond chain in these applications can cause the chain to snag abruptly in 

the cut which may result in chain breakage, pushback and/or kickback.

Always assure that pipe is properly evacuated before cutting. 

Pipes may contain sewage, gas or other hazardous materials.

Always support the pipe on both sides of the cut to assure the cut remains open 

throughout the cutting operation, including when the cut is finished.  

An improperly supported pipe can cause the cut to close, pinching the chain and 

guidebar which may result in chain breakage, pushback and/or kickback.

    WARNING

1. Make a small plunge cut into the lower quadrant of the

pipe to relieve internal pressure and allow contents to 

drain from pipe in a controlled manner. 

2. With pipe drained, cut from the top of pipe and 

continue through bottom of the pipe. 

4. To assist with cutting, engage the WallWalker® 

in the cut when possible to provide additional  

leverage. Alternate cutting between the near and far 

side walls of the pipe. 

3. To assure straightness of cut, guidebar should 

extend completely through the pipe during the cut. 

Recommended Pipe Cutting Techniques

Summary of Contents for 536-E

Page 1: ...RATOR MANUAL WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THIS EQUIPMENT Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in fire serious injury or dea...

Page 2: ...practical instruction before using the power cutter as well as reading and understanding this Operator s Manual Local legislation and or workplace standards may regulate the use of this power cutter...

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Page 4: ...ing information Read and follow the instructions carefully WEAR PROTECTION Wear eye hearing and respiratory protection and a protective helmet when operating the power cutter BEWARE OF KICKBACK Kickba...

Page 5: ...tand on a ladder when using the power cutter KERF WIDTH Do not insert tool into slot narrower than chain SOUND POWER Sound power level is 108 dB A SLIPPERY SURFACE Unsure footing can lead to accidents...

Page 6: ...5 6 bar 80psi ICS Oregon Tool Inc MAX 8500 min RPM IP66 DRIVE UNIT SERIAL NUMBER LABEL AAAAA Number within production batch in sequential order beginning with 00001 YY Year of Manufacture ie 18 XXX P...

Page 7: ...hich if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Indicates a potential situation exists which if not avoided may result in damage to your power cutter or property Indicates a hazard with a...

Page 8: ...s b Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and byst...

Page 9: ...use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI or Residual Cur...

Page 10: ...or long hair can be caught in moving parts g If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of dust collectio...

Page 11: ...wer tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools and accessories Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition th...

Page 12: ...the power tool live and could give the operator an electric shock e When carrying the power cutter hold by front handle with the power cutter switched off and away from your body Proper handling of t...

Page 13: ...are 225 inches 5 72 mm wide General Power Tool Safety Warnings i Wear safety glasses or face shield and hearing protection Further protective equipment for head hands legs and feet is recommended Adeq...

Page 14: ...OT operate the ICS power cutter with a saw chain or saw bar designed to cut wood Using wood cutting saw chain on the ICS power cutter could result in severe injuries to the operator or a bystander Use...

Page 15: ...r into a slot narrower than the width of the chain Rapid pushback kickback and or chain breakage could result DO NOT operate the power cutter without an adequate water supply The integral water supply...

Page 16: ...Identification PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Bar slot WallWalker Mud flap Rear hand guard Side cover Bar clamp plate Water hose Front hand guard Power cord Note plug shown for reference only Plug will vary b...

Page 17: ...on Tool Inc REV12232021 P N 610794 536 E OPERATOR MANUAL 17 Chain catcher Side cover nuts Trigger lock out Trigger PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Chain tensioner Guidebar Bar Clamp Bolts Product Identificatio...

Page 18: ...ts a foreign object or snags in the workpiece Mud flap A barrier to deflect slurry cutting debris and other projectiles from operator Powerhead A power cutter without the chain or guidebar Pushback Th...

Page 19: ...tension frequently and adjust if drive links of chain hang 3 4 in 18 mm or more below the guidebar groove Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain These components can develop sharp edges an...

Page 20: ...ly STEP 2 Loosen the side cover nuts and remove the side cover Remove bar clamp bolts and bar clamp plate STEP 3 Turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise until the pin is back towards the driv...

Page 21: ...ng pin Place bar clamp plate through bar slot into bar pad Verify bar and tensioning pin are adjusted fully back toward drive sprocket Be sure to wear gloves as rails of guidebar can be extremely shar...

Page 22: ...ll of the drive links are inside the top and bottom bar grooves then pre tension the chain STEP 7 Lift up on the nose of the bar and tension the chain Do not over tension the diamond chain Loss of pow...

Page 23: ...NING Unpacking Assembly STEP 8 Lift up on the nose of the bar and firmly tighten the bar clamp bolts To prevent chain tensioner breakage be sure the bar clamp bolts are tightened to approximately 20 2...

Page 24: ...Refer to chain tensioning instructions A tight chain will reduce cutting power and increase chain friction resulting in premature wear of the cutting system If the tension is set too loose the chain...

Page 25: ...rs require a continuous water supply to the guidebar and chain for the key purposes of cooling lubrication and dust suppression The potential for airborne particulates depends on many factors includin...

Page 26: ...clean and undamaged Mud flap is not ripped torn or missing and is fully attached to the power cutter Guidebar not bent or otherwise damaged such as rails dished and uneven Nose sprocket not excessive...

Page 27: ...hain tension The chain should be easily pulled around the guidebar by hand Assure all safety devices are properly mounted and functional and that all controls are in proper working order Be sure there...

Page 28: ...erator refer to the manufacturer s operator manual Always operate the power cutter with solid footing and both hands on the power cutter Keep your left hand on the front handle and your right hand on...

Page 29: ...wer cutter only when standing on fixed secure and level surface Unexpected loss of control of the power cutter and loss of balance can result in injury Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder h...

Page 30: ...MASONRY CUTTING Planning the Cut 1 Select the proper chain type for the material being cut 2 Outline the cut with a permanent marker for a visual cutting guide WARNING 3 Assure that appropriate braci...

Page 31: ...Operation CONCRETE MASONRY CUTTING Recommended Concrete Cutting Techniques 5 Reengage WallWalker and repeat Steps 3 and 4 3 Insert WallWalker rotate rear handle up to rotate the nose down 4 Rotate rea...

Page 32: ...of the wall This will reduce chatter extend diamond life create a straighter cut and more quickly enable the use of the WallWalker When cutting heavy rebar slowly rock the power cutter so that you re...

Page 33: ...wage gas or other hazardous materials Always support the pipe on both sides of the cut to assure the cut remains open throughout the cutting operation including when the cut is finished An improperly...

Page 34: ...rive teeth are worn more than half way through the tops of the sprocket teeth Inspect and tighten all fasteners as necessary Flush and rinse the power cutter guidebar and chain with water Check mud fl...

Page 35: ...r Remove spline adapter drive sprocket from shaft Slide new sprocket onto spline adapter Replace sprocket snap ring onto spline adapter Slide spline adapter and drive sprocket onto shaft assure flange...

Page 36: ...guidebar groove replace the guidebar Check the guidebar for straightness Proper chain tension will extend guidebar life Under some circumstances especially low water pressure the sprocket nose can we...

Page 37: ...2 in 30 cm 58 Drive Links 584302 ICS FORCE3 Premium chain 14 in 35 cm 64 Drive Links 621540 ICS Guidebar 10 in 25 cm 71395 ICS Guidebar 12 in 30 cm 513122 ICS Guidebar 14 in 35 cm 70949 ICS Drive Spro...

Page 38: ...s kinked or water supply not on Ensure water line is not twisted and valve is turned on Water delivery system plugged or not functioning properly Ensure proper flow of clean water to the power cutter...

Page 39: ...t 3 6 kW 4 8 Hp If service of your power cutter is required contact ICS for instruction 800 321 1240 Recommended Extension Cord Size 0 50 ft 0 15m 12 AWG 4 mm2 50 100 ft 15 30m 10 AWG 4 mm2 100 200 ft...

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