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E-GMS14A-I-0402
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Changing the Blade:
•
Inspect the new blade thoroughly before installing. Check for cracks, loose segments, worn or out-of-round arbor
holes. Refer to the
Rx for Diamond Blades
pamphlet provided with your blade for more detailed information on
inspecting blades. Be sure the blade is appropriate for the job and matches the arbor speed and mounting
configuration on this saw. (See page 9)
The GMS-14A was designed to be used with diamond saw blades
Step One:
Remove spark plug lead from spark plug.
Pull the rolling table all the way to the front of the machine.
Adjust and lock the blade/blade guard assembly into a comfortable working position as
shown in (
Figure 9
).
Step Two:
Remove bolt and blade cap using a SAE
3/4” wrench (Figures 10 & 11) Carefully
remove old blade. Inspect arbor shaft,
backing plate and blade guard while
blade is off. Clean if dirty or replace if
damaged or worn.
Step Three:
Look for “direction of rotation” markings on the blade.
(Usually an arrow stamped on the blade.) Place new blade on
the arbor shaft verifying that once installed the markings on the
blade follow the proper direction of rotation. (
Figure 13
)
Reinstall blade cap and tighten bolt using a SAE 3/4” wrench.
If moved in step #1, reposition blade/blade guard assembly and
tighten. Reconnect spark plug lead.
Maintenance
Disconnect spark plug lead before performing
any maintenance on this machine.
Figure 13
Figure 12
Figure 10
Consult the
Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual
for more detailed engine maintenance instructions.
Figure 11
Figure 9