Target Port-A-Saw, Operating Instructions And Parts List Manual

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Electric Models Only:
• Make sure that the extension cord length is properly
sized for the motor used on this saw. See the chart in
Section 2 of this document.
WARNING: Make sure the unit is connected to
a properly grounded outlet. Failure to comply
with this warning could result in serious bodily
injury or death!
Gasoline Model Only:
• Fuel: Check the engine operation manual. Unleaded
gasoline is recommended.
• Oil: Lock the Head Platform Assembly (B) with the
engine in a horizontal position, then, check that the
engine oil level is correct. Check the oil level frequently
to ensure that the level never falls below that specified
in the engine operation manual. If the oil level is low,
add SAE 10W30, service classification SF or SG oil
(for normal conditions) as recommended in the engine
operation manual. DO NOT overfill engine with oil!
5 Operating Instructions
All Models:
• The blade rotates in a “down-cut” direction. This means
that the front of the blade is moving downward while
the rear of the blade is moving upward. Mount the
Diamond Blade (DD) so that the arrow on the blade
rotates in this “down-cut” direction. The Diamond Blade
(DD) can be installed / removed by using the 3/4"
(19 mm) end of the Wrench (LL) provided (Fig. 4).
• After mounting the blade, it should align over the top of
the wooden insert in the Conveyor Cart (C). If this is
not true, loosen the setscrews that secure the Bearings
(H) to the Head Platform Assembly (B) (Fig. 3).
Position the Head Platform Assembly (B) to the left or
right until the Diamond Blade (DD) is aligned over the
top of the wooden insert, then re-tighten the Bearing
(H) setscrews. During operation of this unit, the blade
can, and should, pass into the wooden insert, but NOT
into the cast aluminum part of the Conveyor Cart (C).
WARNING: Conventional “Wet” diamond
blades MUST be used with water. DO NOT use
conventional “Wet” diamond blades without
water. Using conventional “wet” diamond
blades without water can result in injury or
death of the operator or persons in the work
area!
Warning: Use only Abrasive blades of a
reinforced type.
Electric Models Only:
• Mount the Diamond Blade (DD):
1. Using the Wrench (LL) provided (or one of your own)
loosen the Capscrew (BB) by turning it Counter-
Clockwise (Electric Models Only).
CAUTION: Note that on Electric Models the
Capscrew (BB) has RIGHT HAND THREADS.
Installation of the wrong capscrew could
damage the blade shaft!
2. Remove the outer Flange (CC) and make sure the
outer Flange (CC), the Inner Flange (Not Shown),
and arbor shaft (Not Shown) are clean and not
damaged.
3. Mount the Diamond Blade (DD) to the arbor and
install the outer Flange (CC). Install and tighten
Capscrew (BB) by turning it in a Clockwise
direction (Right Hand Thread). Use the Wrench (LL)
to firmly tighten the Capscrew (BB) to the arbor
shaft.
Gasoline Model Only:
Always set the Engine Key Switch (VV) to the
"OFF" position BEFORE mounting the blade
• Mount the Diamond Blade (DD):
1. Using the Wrench (LL) provided (or one of your own)
loosen the Capscrew (BB) by turning it Clockwise
(Gasoline Model Only).
CAUTION: Note that on Gasoline Models the
Capscrew (BB) has LEFT HAND THREADS.
Installation of the wrong capscrew could
damage the blade shaft!
2. Remove the outer Flange (CC) and make sure the
outer Flange (CC), the Inner Flange (Not Shown),
and arbor shaft (Not Shown) are clean and not
damaged.
3. Mount the Diamond Blade (DD) to the arbor and
install the outer Flange (CC). Install and tighten the
Capscrew (BB) by turning it in a Counter-Clockwise
direction (Left Hand Thread). Use the Wrench (LL)
to firmly tighten the Capscrew (BB) to the arbor
shaft.
All Models: (See Figures 5 & 6)
• Configure the saw for the type of operation required,
wet or dry. Note that the saw is factory assembled
for wet operation.
Wet Configuration:
• Fill the water reservoir pan [Pan Weldment (A)] with
water to within 1 inch (25 mm) of the top. Be sure that
the water pump intake Strainer (S) (Figure 6 - Gasoline
Model) or Electric Water Pump Intake (U) (Figure 5 -
Electric Model) is fully immersed in water at all times.
Keep the intake screen of these items clean and free of
sludge, slurry, or other foreign material.
Dry Configuration:
• All Models:
4 Fitting The Blade (Figure 7)