Warning, Blade placement – Multiquip SP2S20H20A User Manual
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SP213H20A / SP2S20H20A SAWS — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (05/17/10) — PAGE 23
BLADE PLACEMENT
Failure to thoroughly inspect the diamond
blade for operational safety could result in
damage to the blades or the saw and may
cause injury to the user or others in the
operating area.
BLADE PLACEMENT
Diamond Blades
Selecting the diamond blade TYPE and GRADE defines how
the blade will perform both in cutting speed and blade life.
Selection of the proper diamond blade consists of:
Material to be Cut
Type of Saw Being Used
Horsepower of Saw
Hardness Characteristics of the Material
Performance Expectations
Factors for sawing economy:
Type of Blade
Depth of Cut
Sawing Speed
Characteristics of the Material Being Cut
Blade Speed
A diamond blade’s performance is directly connected to specific
peripheral (rim) speeds.
The following shaft rotational speeds have been factory set to
ensure optimum blade performance.
SP2 - 508 mm (20-inch) Capacity - 2800 RPM.
Operating saw blades at rotational
speeds greater than those specified by
the manufacturer can cause blade dam-
age, and may injure the user or others in
the operating area.
WARNING
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■ Set the engine ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position.
■ Raise the saw to a high position by cranking the Raise/Lower
handle in a counterclockwise direction.
■ Use the Blade Nut Wrench & Blade Shaft Locking Wrench
stored on the front section of the console to install the diamond
blade.
■ Reference Figure 12 (Diamond Blade Placement) when
removing or installing the diamond blade.
The following steps should be
accomplished before placing the
diamond blade on the
blade shaft.
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