operation and
maintenance instructions
Model 700-FS and 900--FS
page 11 of 12
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3.4 Withdraw the saw blade from the carcass.
3.5 Avoid banging the blade into bone as this could
damage the saw due to the cutting power avail-
able. All cuts should be made in a firm, steady
motion with the carcass supported to prevent it
from moving with the pressure of the blade.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
ALWAYS DISCONNECT ALL HYDRAULIC AND AIR
HOSES AND SHUT OFF THE POWER SUPPLY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH OSHA’S LOCKOUT/TAGOUT
PROCEDURES (29 CFR 1910.147) BEFORE PERFORM-
ING ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.
Refer to Figures A and B on pages 4 and 5 for referenced
items unless otherwise noted.
1 DAILY:
1.1 Make sure that the control trigger is working
correctly.
Depress
the trigger and the tool
should start.
Release
the trigger and the tool
should stop.
If the tool malfunctions, repair or
remove it from service immediately
.
Note: the
hydraulic and air hoses must be connected
and the power turned on to perform the
above maintenance check only.
1.2
Four (4) times per day
, add
Jarvis
1315 White
Grease
to the grease fitting (item 18) on the gear
housing (item 15).
1.3 Check the oil level gage (item 19, Figure D,
page 7) for the level of the hydraulic fluid in the
power unit. Remove oil filler cap (item 25, Fig-
ure D, page 7) and fill the oil reservoir with a
USDA approved premium grade hydraulic fluid
(viscosity: 200 SUS at 100
°
F or 46 ISO at 40
°
C) if necessary.
Never run the power unit with-
out oil.
1.4 Inspect all hoses for leaks, cuts and abrasions
and replace if necessary.
1.5 Check all fittings for leaks and tighten or replace
as necessary,
2 WEEKLY:
2.1 Check the condition of the fluid in the hydraulic
power unit. Replace the fluid if it appears dirty
or smells burnt. Always replace the filter when
changing the hydraulic fluid.
3 AS NECESSARY:
3.1 Clean and inspect circular blade. Sharpen or re-
place blade as necessary.
Refer to sections 4 and
5 as a procedural guide.
3.2 Disassemble, clean and inspect gear housing as-
sembly.
Refer to sections 6 and 7 as a procedur-
al guide.
3.3 Disassemble, clean and inspect motor and trig-
ger assembly.
Refer to sections 8 and 9 as a pro-
cedural guide.
4 BLADE REMOVAL:
4.1 700--FS: Remove flat head screws (item 37) and
blade guard and depth gage assembly (items
34-47).
Continue on to step 4.3.
4.2 900--FS: Loosen flat head screws (item 37) and
rotate blade guard and depth gage assembly
(items 34--47) clockwise to access blade retain-
ing screw (item 1).
Continue on to step 4.3.
4.3 Remove flat head screw (item 1). Place an awl
or small screw driver through the hole in the
blade to prevent it from rotating.
Jarvis
tool
8039099 is available.
4.4 Remove blade retaining washer, saw blade and
gear shield (items 2 - 4).
4.5 Inspect all parts for wear and replace as neces-
sary.
Sharpen or replace blade as necessary.
5 BLADE INSTALLATION:
5.1 Reverse steps and procedures outlined in section
4.
See notes below. Refer to Figure 2 as a guide.
5.1.1 To ensure proper fit and safe operation, the
slots (notches) on the face of the saw blade
and gear shield and the holes in the retaining
washer (items 2 -- 4) must align with the pins
in the bevel gear assembly (item 6).
5.1.2 The teeth at the lower part of the blade must
be pointing toward the operator.
Blade
Bevel Gear
Assembly
Retaining
Washer
Screw
Gear
Shield
Notch
Hole for Pin
Hole for
Pin
Pin
Notch
Figure 2
Saw Blade
Rotation
Direction
