SAFETY & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Surface Prep
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5.0 OPERATION
5.1
Mounting The Tuc-Pointer Shroud
1. Place dust shroud and adaptor around the grinder arbor.
2. Hose nozzle should be at upper right (when looking down
on grinder)
3. Slowly tighten the 5 set screws on the adaptor ring in small
increments. Make sure that the spacer washer is centered
around the blade nut. Tightening one screw all the way
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The Tuc-Pointer is designed for simple operation and has
been proven to be extremely useful and versatile. Either a 4”, 4.5”
or 5” diameter diamond blade may be mounted on the saw in
they are rated and approved for operation at 2,800-10,500 RPM.
READ AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE OPERATION AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
Since safety regulations can vary between counties and states,
you must contact proper authorities and follow all appropriate
regulations.
No person should attempt to operate this machine without first
being trained in the operation of industrial cutting and grinding
tools. These instructions are not intended as a substitute for
training experience. The operator must observe safeguards that
include, but are not limited to, the following:
•
DO NOT MODIFY ANY MACHINE FROM IT’S ORIGINAL DESIGN
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE MANUFACTUR
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ER. UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS.
• DO NOT use any blade marked for less than 2,800 - 10,500
RPM.
• DO NOT service the machine or change cup wheel or grinding
disk without first disconnecting the power.
• DO NOT install a blade before inspecting the part for damage.
• DO NOT operate with a damaged blade. A damaged blade may
fly apart and cause serious injury or death.
• DO NOT use a blade that wobbles when mounted.
• Verify blade is correct for application before use.
• Verify blade rotation matches the direction arrow on the
grinder motor.
• DO NOT apply power to the machine before spinning the blade
by hand to check alignment.
• DO NOT operate with any loose nuts or bolts. Check all nuts
and bolts for tightness.
• DO NOT operate without appropriate eye, ear, foot, hand, and
breathing protection.
• DO NOT operate around any loose or foreign objects that may
damage the system.
• DO NOT operate if arbor shaft has excessive end play.
• DO NOT cut material that the blade is not designed for.
• DO NOT operate machine near combustible material or fumes.
• DO NOT operate without appropriate dust collection system.
• DO NOT force blade through material to be ground. Always
ease blade through material.
5.2
Using the Tuc-Pointer
1. Move the unit in the forward direction to get best results.
Always have the nose of the unit pointed downward. Maxi-
mum suction is at the front of the vacuum housing.
2. Guide the unit by observing progress through the semi-
circular cut out on the side of the guard. Wear all safety
equipment when using the Tuc-Pointer.
3. DO NOT use the Tuc-Pointer system for picking up loose
matter, the unit was designed to pick up concrete dust
ONLY.
5.3
Changing The Blade Disassembly
1.
Remove the 2 bolts which retain the depth adjustment
shoe.
2.
Remove the nut that holds the housing cover and remove
the housing.
3. The arbor nut will unscrew counter clockwise, push the
locking button on the grinder to hold the shaft in a locked
position.
4.
The arbor of the blade you are using is 7/8”. This is the
only size which will work.(7/8” adapters, if securely posi
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tioned, will allow 1” arbor to adapt to the 7/8” shaft.
5.4
Assembly
1. Ensure the replacement blade is capable of turning at a
rate of 2,800 - 10,500 RPM, or the rated grinder speed,
whichever is greater.
2. There is a directional arrow on all diamond blades. Make
sure the blade is put on to turn in the proper direction.
(This is an up-cut saw, the direction of rotation is marked
on the grinder.)
3. Tighten the arbor nut.
4.
Replace the housing and secure the depth adjustment
shoe, then secure tightly with nuts and bolts.
