Dake Corporation
1809 Industrial Park Dr
Grand Haven, MI 49417
976200-2, 976202-2
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REV112019
SET UP
TRANSPORTING AND INSTALLATION
1. Remove box or shrink wrap. Carefully inspect the machine for any physical damage.
3. Check that all standard parts and optional accessories are included with machine. Some
accessories may be located in chip drawer or behind the access door.
a. Each machine should include one blade, one gallon of coolant, tool kit, owner’s
manual, and saw pitch calculator.
4. Remove machine from skid. If using an overhead hoist, place a sling around the gear box
and the sling around the feeder portion on the machine.
DO NOT PLACE SLING
AROUND THE FEED CYLINDER.
The sling is to stabilize the machine while lifting and is
not intended for lifting a large load.
a. Always take proper precautions when lifting the machine. If the machine slips or
moves while lifting injury may occur. If a forklift is used to move the machine, make
sure the weight is distributed evenly and the forks are all the way through before
lifting.
5. Set the machine in a location where it will be in operation, on a level surface. Make sure
that the saw is located where it will not interfere with its surroundings. The machine must
not be in a location in unsafe working conditions may exist.
6. Discard packing materials in a safe manner. Make sure all accessories and literature has
been removed.
7. Clean off all surfaces that have been greased or coated with rust inhibitor.
8. Making sure that the machine is placed on a flat surface, adjust the leveling bolts located
in the foot flange of the machine base. Adjust the machine so that it does not rock from
floor irregularities.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
All electrical connections should only be made by a qualified electrician. Before turning on
the power, check that all the electrical components are in place. They may have come loose in
shipping. If any questions arise please all DAKE or consult your electrician.
The main power source must supply the machine with a separate breaker of proper amperage.
For a 220-volt machine a 20-amp service is recommended.
For a 440-volt machine a 16-amp service is recommended (transformer required).
Machines are rated at +/-10%. The wires are connected to the terminal block inside the control
cabinet.
