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Model # 701-A

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 701A

Page 1: ...Model 701 A OPERATOR S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...signed to cut concrete stone and masonry when used with the appropriate genuine ICS Diamond Chain Other materials including ductile iron cast iron or PVC pipe require the use of ICS PowerGrit Utility...

Page 3: ...han chain Do NOT operate tool without solid footing and firm hand grip SAFETY RULES To get the maximum benefit from your saw and ensure maximum safety be sure to read this manual thoroughly and follow...

Page 4: ...k DO NOT exceed 90 psi 6 bar and 124 cfm 3 5 m3 min operating pressure and volume DO NOT insert the diamond chain saw into a slot narrower than the chain segments Rapid pushback might occur NOTE Most...

Page 5: ...inhaling dust can result in respiratory disease Be sure to use appropriate respiratory protection designed to filter out microscopic particles Be sure to use adequate water pressure Over exposure to v...

Page 6: ...Y PRECAUTIONS Always wear protective clothing including a hard hat eye protection hearing protection and gloves Avoid loose clothing Perform safety checks before starting each day Always operate tool...

Page 7: ...sfm average free running chain Vibration ahv eq Concrete Cutting 2 Front handle 5 09 m s2 K 0 2 m s2 Rear handle 5 07 m s2 K 0 2 m s2 Vibration ahv eq PowerGrit Cutting 2 Front handle 4 58 m s2 K 0 2...

Page 8: ...s are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL 8 STEP 1 Loosen the side cover nuts and remove the side cover and bar clamp plate STEP 2 Place the bar onto...

Page 9: ...subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 9 STEP 3 Turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise until the bar comes into contact with the drive sprocket STEP 4 Mount the chain on th...

Page 10: ...16 F N 573498 701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL 10 STEP 5 Make sure all of the drive links are inside the bar groove then pre tension the chain by turning the tensioning screw clockwise SET UP STEP 6 Ins...

Page 11: ...ations are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 11 STEP 7 Install the side cover over the bar studs and install side cover nuts Finger tighten only STEP 8 Tension the chain properly...

Page 12: ...extreme over tightened cases the saw may not be able to turn the chain at all In addition damage can occur to the bar nose and premature stretch may occur CHAIN TOO LOOSE If the chain is too loose it...

Page 13: ...ernational Inc Speci cations are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 13 STEP 9 Lift up on the nose of the bar and firmly tighten the side cover nuts Be sure the side cover nuts are...

Page 14: ...wood chainsaws It is common especially on gas powered concrete cutting chainsaws to have the drive links hang completely out of the bar Concrete cutting chainsaws require water for cooling and flushin...

Page 15: ...r Supply to the Saw Maximum PSI 90 6 bar Maximum CFM 124 cfm 3 5 M3 min Insure the air supply line is clear before connecting it to the saw Dirt and water separators are recommended to prevent rust an...

Page 16: ...ening first then top and then the sides Save the easiest cut for last OPERATION If cutting pipe with PowerGrit be sure the cut line stays open by providing proper pipe support Also check for neighbori...

Page 17: ...oncrete with heavy rebar When replacing a chain ip the guidebar over and dress your guidebar rails to maintain straight cuts Guidebar rails can be dressed with a at file or belt sander Note The normal...

Page 18: ...f too little force is applied the diamonds will skid and glaze over For the straightest cuts use the step cut method First score the entire cut line with the nose of the bar approximately inch 12 mm t...

Page 19: ...debris from chain bar and drive sprocket 2 Wash concrete slurry from saw body 3 Remove bar and chain Flush out chain tensioner assembly location with high water pressure and lube with grease 4 Clean a...

Page 20: ...ressure is 20 psi 1 4 bar Insufficient water supply will result in excessive wear on the chain which can lead to loss of strength and chain breakage Cutting with the guidebar nose buried in the cut in...

Page 21: ...701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL 2015 ICS Blount International Inc Specifications are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 21 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK MAINTENANCE...

Page 22: ...REV02292016 F N 573498 701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL 22 DRIVE SPROCKET INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE STEP 1 Remove snap ring Remove sprocket Install sprocket in reverse order ensuring counter bore is fac...

Page 23: ...5 W to SAE 10 W oil Optimum lubrication significantly prolongs service life 3 Regularly check and clean the air inlet screen 4 Replace wear parts in particular the motor vanes It is suggested to repl...

Page 24: ...10 20 seconds through each piece Rebar must be encased in concrete never cut bare rebar with ICS Diamond Chain INCH FOOT DEFINITION An in ft is a measure of how much material is to be cut An in ft is...

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Page 26: ...ICS Blount International Inc Specifications are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL 26 SPARE PARTS LIST 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18...

Page 27: ...Block 5 70135 Rear Handle Nylock Nut 6 574206 Mainframe 7 576468 Motor 8 70636 Tensioner Kit 9 576336 Mud Flap Assembly 10 72349 Bar Mounting Studs 11 576573 Bolt Motor Mount 12 525598 External Shaft...

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Page 29: ...HSHCS Plated 2 71004 Washer M6 Plated 3 570939 Front Handle Guard 4 70976 Torsion Spring WallWalker 5 504766 1 4 NPT Hex Plug S S 6 576466 Connection Tube fitting included 7 576527 Water Shut Off Sub...

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Page 32: ...International Inc Specifications are subject to change without notice REV02292016 F N 573498 701 A SERIES OPERATOR S MANUAL ICS BLOUNT INC 4909 SE INTERNATIONAL WAY PORTLAND OR 97222 800 321 1240 ics...

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