Dake Corporation
724 Robbins Road
Grand Haven, MI 49417
983112-2
17
REV112019
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION - WARNING
Make certain that the unit is disconnected from the power source before attempting to
service or remove any component.
It is easier to keep the machine in good condition or best performance by means of maintaining
it at any time than remedy it after it is out of order.
Regular Maintenance Schedule:
Daily
Check and fill cutting fluid if needed, before starting the machine every day.
Water soluble cutting fluid is recommended. Avoid cutting oils.
If there is a strange or unusual noise or malfunction, stop the machine
immediately to check it for the problem source. Repairs must be made by
qualified personnel before continuing use.
Clean work area.
Weekly
Clean and coat any machines surfaces with oil to prevent rust.
Check to see if sliding surfaces and turning parts lack of lubricant. If
lubrication is insufficient, fill it.
Monthly
Check electrical cord, plugs, switched at least once a month to avoid
loosening or wearing.
CHANGING BLADE
Check the compatibility of the NEW blade for the saw. Only use a blade with a thickness
between .025” and .035”.
Raise saw head to upper most position and open the blade guards. Loosen tension screw knob
sufficiently to allow the saw blade to slip off the wheels. Install the new blade with the teeth
slanted toward the motor as follow:
1. Place the blade in between each of the guide bearings.
2. Slip the blade around the motor wheel (rear) with the left hand and hold on position.
3. Hold the blade taut against the motor wheel by pulling the blade towards the front wheel
with the right hand and adjust the position of the front wheel by slipping the blade around
the wheel using thumb, index, and little finger as guides.
4. Adjust the blade tension handwheel clockwise until the needle is in the green zone of the
gauge face. Do not tighten excessively.
5. Replace the blade guards. Rear blade cover has interlocks and will not allow the saw to
run without these interlocks engaged.
