Safety is vitally important when using any kind of power tool or cutting disk, that is why it is imperative that you follow these basic guides before, and during use.
1 |
Check blade is suitable for material being cut |
2 |
Check blade shaft is not grooved or damaged |
3 |
Check blade fits tightly on shaft |
4 |
Check shaft and wheel bearings are in good condition |
5 |
Check blade clamp plates are not damaged, dirty or of unequal diameters |
6 |
Ensure drive pin is used, if fitted to machine |
7 |
When mounting part worn blade, check that is it in good condition, free from cracks, and that bore hole is not out of round |
8 |
Check blade is mounted correctly for direction of cut |
9 |
If blade slows excessively whilst in use, re-dress on abrasive material. DO NOT FORCE BLADE as this may result in damage to the blade or machine |
10 |
Do not generate excessive heat on blade. When dry cutting, remove blade occasionally from cut to allow to cool |
11 |
Check blade is operating at correct speed See Speed Chart |
12 |
If wet cutting, ensure adequate supply of water to both sides of the blade See Speed Chart |
