INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS
Surface Prep
Division
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Table of Contents & Introduction .........................................2
Symbols & Decals ............................................................. 3
Safety Instruction .............................................................. 4 - 5
Safety & Operation ....................................................... 6
Parts Breakdown ................................................................... 7
Warranty & Service .............................................................. 8 - 9
1.0
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF MANUAL SECTIONS
Section Page
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
Foreword/Introduction
2
The owner’s manual is intended to point out some of the basic safety situations
that may be encountered during the normal operation & maintenance of the
Crack Chaser & to instruct you in safety practices for dealing with these condi-
tions. Keep all manuals provided with your machine in a safe place at all times.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. However, U.S.SAWS reserves the
right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without
notice and without incurring any obligation.
U.S. SAWS 5” Hand-held Crack Chaser is a lightweight and small system for both
horizontal and vertical surface crack repair cutting and applications. The Crack
Chaser is a handheld saw designed to rout out random cracks or cut concrete
while collecting the dust.
The premium 5” crack chaser is powered by a 5” Metabo grinder WE15-125
and the standard model is equipped with Metabo W9-115 Electric Grinder. Ex-
cellent for cutting out mortar or grout joints. These are an easy way to upgrade
your existing tool for dust control.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY DO NOT OPERATE SAW WITHOUTPROPER TRAINING AND.
UNDERSTANDING OF THE OWNERS MANUAL
WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY APPROVED
HEARING PROTECTION
EYE OR FACE PROTECTION
PROTECTIVE HELMET
PROTECTIVE GLASSES OR FULL FACE PROTECTION
WEAR HAND PROTECTION
WARNING: Improperly maintaining the JS including the Honda engine or failing to correct a problem before
operation could cause a malfunction resulting in a serious injury. Always perform a pre-operation inspection before
each operation and correct any problem. See Honda Engines Owner's Manual.
5.2
Check the condition of the Honda engine. See the section titled "Before operation - is your
engine ready to go?" in the Honda Engines Owner's Manual.
WARNING: Exhaust gas from gasoline engines contains dangerous carbon monoxide. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill you. Always operate gasoline engine machines in a well-ventilated area. Do not
operate in areas where exhaust fumes could accumulate without wearing appropriate respiratory protection.
Consult your employer and OSHA regarding use of appropriate respirator for dangerous carbon monoxide
gases. See Figure 7.
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DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or severe injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
Dangers, Warnings and Cautions.
The purpose of safety symbols and explanations is to attract your atten-
tion to possible hazards and how to avoid them. The safety symbols and
explanations do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions
or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
Model
Premium Crack Chaser
Standard Crack Chaser
Part Number
SX55010
SX55014
Grinder Make/
Model
Metabo WEV15-125
QUICK HT
Metabo W9-115
Power
13.5 AMP
8.5 AMP
RPM
2,800-9,600
10,500
Power Require-
ments
120V, 60Hz
120V, 60Hz
Max Cutting Depth
1-1/4”
1-1/4”
Blade Diameter
4”, 4.5” or 5” Dry Dia-
mond
4”, 4.5”, or 5” Dry Dia-
mond
Blade Width
.090, .125, .187, .250,
.375
.090, .125, .187, .250
Blade Arbor
7/8”
7/8”
Weight
16 lb
16 lb
* Requires spacer (sold separately)
