Operating Instructions; Starting The System; Cutting Procedure; Shutdown And Storage - Belle Group 188-00010 Manuel De L'opérateur

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STARTING THE SYSTEM

1. This saw is not insulated. Do not start cutting without fi rst checking for live electrical wiring near the cutting site, or imbedded in the
cutting medium. If power lines are unavoidable, consult power company before starting operation.
2. The following precautions must be observed when lifting the saw:
a. Be sure of your footing.
b. Keep hands off trigger to avoid accidental operation.
3. Insure the power supply is turned off. Adjust the blade guard to provide the best operator protection from the angle of the cut
to be made. To adjust the blade guard, loosen the two knobs and rotate the guard to the desired position. Then retighten
the knobs securely.
The guard provides protection against contact with moving parts, ejected debris, and during wet cutting
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operations, thrown water and concrete slurry. Never run the saw without the blade in place.
4. Always check the hydraulic fl ow and pressure rating of the hydraulic power unit before using to prevent equipment damage. Do
not exceed the maximum hydraulic fl ow rate and pressure of 8 gpm (30 lpm) and 2500 psi (172 bar).
Overspeeding the blade can cause equipment damage and possible personal injury.
5. Check that the pressure and return hoses are connected properly to the saw and also check hydraulic power source.
6. Before starting your power supply, read and fully understand the operating manual provided.
7. Use caution when handling fuel for a gasoline engine driven hydraulic power source. Move the hydraulic power source at least 10
feet from the fueling point before starting the engine. Make sure the gas caps on the hydraulic
power source and fuel can are properly tightened.

CUTTING PROCEDURE

1. Provide rigid support and "hold down" of piece being cut—both sides of the cut, if practical.
2. Grasp the auxiliary handle with your left hand. Use the appropriate part of the handle for making vertical or horizontal cuts.
3. Grasp the trigger with your right hand.
4. Position the saw in the appropriate place to make the desired cut.
5. Disengage the trigger lockout. Then depress (squeeze) the trigger to start the saw. Never exceed either the blade maximum
operating speed of 4100 rpm or the blade manufacturer's rated speed.
6. Feed the rotating blade into the work surface using a straight, steady, constant pressure. Do NOT "bump," jam or force the blade
into the work surface, or twist the blade in the cut. This can cause equipment damage.
Always start and fi nish a saw cut with the same width of blade. If blade type or width is changed, start a
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new saw cut. Failure to do this can cause damage to equipment and/or personal injury.

SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE

1. To stop the saw, release the trigger.
2. AFTER the blade has stopped rotating, lay the saw on a fl at surface.
3. Stop the hydraulic power source following the procedure in the respective instruction manual.
4. Shut off water supply.
Clean concrete slurry and debris off saw. Once concrete slurry is dry, it is very hard to remove and may hamper the operation of
moving parts.
5. Disconnect the hoses from the saw.
6. Secure the saw and hydraulic power source to prevent unauthorized use.
Liquid under high pressure can pierce the skin, causing serious injury or death. Hot liquid can cause
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serious burns. If an injury occurs get immediate medical attention.
7. Store the saw in a clean, dry area away from exposure to high heat and humidity, water, other liquids, or freezing
temperatures. Avoid temperatures low enough to cause condensation on the blade when moving it from storage to a higher
temperature. Always handle and store blades carefully.
8. Do not stack material on top of the saw that may cause the blade to bend or deform.

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