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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.
-Ensure that the blade is marked with an operating speed greater than the blade shaft
speed of the saw.
-Only cut 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.
-ALWAYS keep blade guards in place. Exposure of the diamond blade must not exceed
180 degrees.
-Ensure that the diamond blade does not come into contact with ground or surface
during transportation. DO NOT drop the diamond blade on ground or surface.
-The engine governor is designed to permit maximum engine speed in a no-load condi-
tion. Speeds that exceed this limit may cause the diamond blade to exceed the maxi-
mum safe allowable speed.
-Ensure that the blade is mounted for proper operating direction.
1.2.3 Transport Safety
-Use the lifting bail and appropriate lifting equipment to ensure the safe movement of
the saw.
-DO NOT use the handle bars and/or front pointer as lifting points.
-NEVER tow the saw behind a vehicle.
-Ensure that both pointer bars are positioned appropriately to minimize their exposure
during transportation.
-Engines tipped to extreme angles may cause oil to move into the cylinder head making
the engine difficult to start.
-NEVER transport the machine with the blade mounted.
1.2.4 Emergency
ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Know the
location of the nearest telephone. Also know the phone numbers of the nearest ambu-
lance, doctor and fire department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
1.2.5 Maintenance Safety
-NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.
