Pearl PA1FS, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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BLADE USAGE
1. Start with a narrow blade, then increase blade size to optimize cutting pass. Narrower blades
work easier than wider blades and usually clean the floor better. Wider is not always better or
faster.
2. Proper blade size and placement, depending on material and sub-floor type, greatly affects
performance.
3. Keep in mind, narrow width blades will make a cleaner floor surface.
4. For wood or wood like floors, pound down or remove any nails or metal obstruction to avoid
blade damage.
5. When working over plywood sub-floor, try to work in the direction of the wood grain.
6. A new sharp blade being used on wood or alike sub floors may work better when slightly
dulled to avoid digging or gouging.
7. When working over concrete, beware of expansion joints and sub-floor mounted receptacles.
8. Keep your work area clean and clear of debris.
9. After you have removed a portion of material, remove it out of the way. This will give the
machine
maximum performance and help to keep the work area safe.
10. Dull blades greatly reduce cutting ability. Re-sharpen or replace as needed.
11. Use Sawtec
®
replacement blades.
PA1FS FLOOR SCRAPER BLADES
(A)
Blades can be offset in cutting
head for easier access to toe
kicks or removal along the wall