3. Outside Blade Flange (Collar)
–
Ensure that the
outside blade flange is placed flush against the
diamond blade. The inside surface of the flange must
be free of debris and permit a tight closure on the
surface of the blade core.
4. Diamond Blade
–
Ensure that the proper diamond
blade has been selected for the job. Pay close
attention to the directional arrows on the blade. The
blade
’
s operating directional arrows must point in a
“
down
–
cutting
“
direction to perform correctly. When
placing the blade onto the blade shaft, ensure the
arbor hole of the blade matches the diameter of the
shaft.
5. Inner Flange (Collar)
–
This flange is fixed upon the
blade shaft. The inside surface of the flange must be
free of debris and permit a tight closure on the surface
of the blade.
BLADE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
1. Ensure the Engine Shutdown switch and ON/OFF
switch on the engine are turned to the
“
OFF
“
position.
2. Place the MFG10 Saw on a stable level working
surface.
3. Ensure the blade is raised and the raise/lower rod is
locked into position.
4. Raise the blade by appling a downward pressure on
the handlebars to raise the blade and allow the
raise/lower rod to drop into the
“
raised-position
“
slot.
5. Lift up the blade guard cover to gain access to the
diamond blade.
6. Use the provided blade nut and blade shaft
locking wrenches to install the diamond
blade.
7. While holding the blade shaft with the locking
Wrench,
remove
the
blade
hex
nut
(clockwise direction) and outer blade flange.
8. Remove the old blade and install a new
blade in the same rotational direction as
marked on the blade.
9. Reinstall the outer blade flange and hex nut.
Tighten the nut firmly (counter-clockwise
direction). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
BEFORE STARTING
1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of
manual.
2. Use correct blade for cutting conditions.
3. Clean the saw, removing dirt and dust,
particularly the engine cooling air inlet,
carburetor and air cleaner.
4. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air
filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one
as required.
5. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust.
Clean with dry compressed air.
6. Check fastening nuts and bolts for
tightness.
Caution
–
Set unit up in an open area. Avoid
close proximity to structures or other
equipment. Failure to do so may cause
inadvertent injury to operator or other
persons in the area.
OPERATION
1. Ensure the engine Shutdown switch and
the engine ON/OFF switch on the engine
are both in the OFF position to avoid
accidental starting.
2. Place the fuel valve lever to the
“
ON
“
position.
3. Place the engine Shutdown switch and the
engine ON/OFF switch on the engine to the
“
ON
“
position.
