STOW CUTTER 3 SAW — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (09/22/06) — PAGE 11
STOW CUTTER 3 SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
General Safety
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read, understand, and follow procedures in
Operator's Manual before attempting to operate equipment.
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ALWAYS
be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions and operating techniques before using the saw.
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NEVER
leave the machine
unattended
while running.
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Block the unit when leaving or when using on a slope.
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ALWAYS
check to make sure that the operating area is
clear before starting the engine.
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Maintain this equipment in a safe operating condition at all
times.
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stop the engine before servicing, adding fuel and
oil.
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NEVER
run the engine without the air filter. Severe engine
damage could occur.
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service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor
malfunction.
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AVOID
wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing that may
snag on the controls or moving parts, this can cause a serious
injury.
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ALWAYS
keep clear of
rotating
or
moving parts
while
the saw is in operation.
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store equipment properly when it is not being
used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location
out of the reach of children.
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NEVER
use accessories or attachments which are not
recommended by the manufacturer for this equipment.
Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
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Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized people away from
the equipment at all times.
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ALWAYS
inspect diamond blades
before each use. The blade should
exhibit no cracks, dings, or flaws in the
steel centered core and/or rim. Center
(arbor) hole must be undamaged and
true.
ALWAYS
check to make sure that the
operating area is clear before starting the
engine.
WARNING
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Only cut the material that is specified by the diamond blade.
Read the specifications of the diamond blade to ensure the
proper tool has been matched to the material being cut.
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keep blade guards in place. Exposure of the
diamond blade must not exceed 180 degrees.
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Ensure that the diamond blade does not come into contact
with the ground or surface during transportation.
DO NOT
drop the diamond blade on ground or surface.
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The engine governor is designed to permit maximum engine
speed in a no-load condition. Speeds that exceed this limit
may cause the diamond blade to exceed the maximum safe
allowable speed.
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Ensure that the blade is mounted for proper operating
direction.
Diamond Blade Safety
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Use appropriate steel centered diamond blades
manufactured for use on slab saws.
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Examine blade flanges for damage, excessive wear and
cleanliness before mounting blade. Blade should fit snugly
on the shaft and against the inside/outside blade flanges.
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Ensure the blade is marked with an operating speed greater
than the blade shaft speed of the saw.
