Target PORTA-TILE II, Operating Instructions And Parts List Manual

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WARNING: Read the Operating Procedure
completely before operating your tile saw.
Take into account the working conditions from
the health and safety point of view.
Always pay extreme care and attention to the
preparation of the machine before starting.
Remove all wrenches and tools from the
machine.
Always keeps blade guard in place.
• Fill the Pan with enough water to fully submerge the
water pump screen. It takes approximately 6.5
gallons (25 l) to fill the Pan.
• Before connecting the power cord:
* Check the spindle nut to be sure it is tight and that
the blade rotates freely.
WARNING: Check that the ON/OFF switch is in
the OFF position. Then connect the power cord
to a properly grounded outlet of the
correct voltage. See the decal near the power
cord for power requirements. If needed, use the
correct size three (3) conductor extension cord
to avoid excessive voltage drop. Never use lamp
cord type extensions. Refer to the
Recommended Extension Cords chart below.
• Turn the switch to ON . The blade should turn
counter-clockwise, when looking at the blade guard
side. The water pump will start automatically when the
motor starts. Adjustment of the water supply may be
made by means of the Control Valve(G).
• Follow the blade manufacturer’s recommendations for
dry or wet cutting. Wet cutting blades can be damaged
or destroyed without sufficient water. Only blades
specifically designed for dry cutting can be used with-
out coolant.
Rotation direction is indicated by an arrow on
one side of the blade. Make sure the blade
contact surfaces are clean.
5. Install the Outer Flange (M) with the large diam-
eter against the Blade. Tighten the Blade Shaft
Nut (N) with the 15/16" Wrench (O) provided.
6. Lower the Blade Guard (K) and retighten the wing
nut to securely hold the guard in place.
• Install the Drain Plug (P) into the back end of the pan
and fill with clean water until inlet filter of water pump is
covered; about 6.5 gal. (25 l).
The water supply should be adequate, with
water flowing on both sides of the blade. Keep
the water clean and make certain the WATER
LEVER IS ALWAYS ABOVE THE PUMP INLET.
Do not run the water pump dry!! Unplug for dry
cutting.
• For straight cuts, position the tile squarely against the
back edge of the conveyor cart. Keep the cart clean
and free of cuttings. The standard rip guide is used.
• Move the conveyor cart slowly and carefully until the
blade is in contact with the tile. The blade needs a
chance to “break-in” or “wear-in” slightly. It may take
about ten cuts to open a new blade for best cutting.
4 OPERATING PROCEDURE
The motor is equipped with a manual overload protection
reset button. If the motors overheats, the red reset button
will “pop out” to open the motor circuit; stopping the motor
and water pump. If this occurs , the motor ON/OFF switch
must be set to OFF. After the motor cools, push in the reset
button. When it stays in, the motor can be restarted.
5 MANUAL THERMAL OVERLOAD
Good motor performance depends on proper
voltage. Extension cords that are too long
and/or too small in wire gauge reduce the
voltage to the motor under load. Use extension
cords no smaller than indicated below.
6 RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORDS
MOTOR F.L. AMPS 50' Cord 75' Cord 100' Cord
HP RPM 115V 230V 115V 230V 115V 230V 115V 230V
1-1/2 1725 14.6
#12 #10 #8
1 1425 7.2
#14 #14 #14