Barranca Diamond BD10 Power Feed Trim Saw - Manual (Page 17)

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The rock slab to be trimmed should rest flat and firmly on the saw table in
front of the blade prior to moving the toggle switch to the LEFT/MANUAL
FEED position. The user should use light but firm pressure to cut the slab
in the manual mode letting the blade do the work and not force the slab
into the blade.
The blade guard height can be adjusted by turning the thumb knob at the
rear mounting position of the guard. Under no circumstances should the
blade guard be removed. While the blade guard will reduce excessive
splash and spray of cutting fluid during rock trimming, it is advised to wear
personal protective gear (safety glasses, gloves and a shop bib) during
manual mode trimming.
CUTTING LUBRICANT REPLACEMENT
The BD10 Trim Saw requires periodic routine maintenance to remove the build up of rock mud (sludge) and
dirty lubricating fluid from the reservoir. It will be apparent to the user that the lubricating fluid is dirty and
needs to be changed if the oil residue on the saw table after cutting is thick and dark with rock sludge build up.
The oil liquid can be removed rapidly using the drain hose at the base of the oil reservoir (Fig. 26).
A five gallon bucket or collection container can be placed under the outlet cap and the cap removed with an
adjustable wrench to let the oil flow free into the bucket for proper disposal. The sludge residue will likely not
flow through the drain hose and will remain inside the oil reservoir, therefore, the sludge should be removed by
hand. Extract the sludge with a spatula or spoon out of the bottom tank hole. With motor side secure on table
top, move hole over table edge and remove plug (Fig. 27). Sludge can be put through the hole for removal.
Once the sludge is removed, wipe clean the inside of the tank with a disposable towel. Replace sludge plug
and hose cap and refill with cutting lubricant to cover the bottom 1/4" of the blade (Fig. 2). Be sure to check
the fluid level of the cutting lubricant inside of the oil reservoir after every 2 to 3 hours of use. The fluid will
be absorbed onto the rock material, combine with rock mud (sludge) and be lost due to heat misting and
evaporation.
Fig. 26. Drain hose
Fig. 25. Blade guard adjustment
Fig. 27. Sludge plug
BD10 OPERATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS