Multiquip SFCG1 SERIES CE - Manual (Page 26)

PAGE 26 — SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW— OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (01/29/04)
SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW — OPERATION
ALWAYS keep clear of rotating or moving parts while
operating this equipment.
11. When blade has reached full cutting depth, slowly walk
behind the saw at a rate that will allow the engine to operate
without losing optimum RPM.
12. When the end of the cut has been reached, raise the blade
out of the cut by pulling back on the handlebars (using a
downward pressure) until the raise/lower rod drops into its
slot with the blade in the raised position.
13. If cutting is complete, shut the saw down using the following
"Shutdown Procedures".
DO NOT try to cut faster than the blade will allow. Cutting
too fast will cause the blade to rise up out of the cut.
Improper cutting rate can decrease the life of the engine
and blades.
ALWAYS cut with the saw at FULL THROTTLE. Attempting
to cut with the saw at less than full throttle could cause the
blade to bind or stop abruptly in the slab resulting in serious
injury to the operator or others in the area.
10. To begin sawing, lower the rotating blade allowing it to cut to
the preset depth.
8. Before the saw is placed into operation, run the engine for
several minutes. Check for fuel leaks, and noises that would
associate with a loose guards and/or covers.
9. Rotate the throttle lever (Figure 21) toward full throttle.
7. If the engine has started, slowly return the choke lever
(Figure 20) to the "OPEN" position. If the engine has not
started repeat steps 1 through 5.
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
Figure 23. Throttle Lever
Figure 25. Engine ON/Off Switch ( engine)
Figure 26. Fuel Valve Lever (Off Position)
Figure 24. Engine Shutdown Switch
2. Turn the engine Shutdown switch (next to the handle lock)
(Figure 24) to the "OFF" position. Shutting the engine off
using this switch confirms that is is functioning properly.
4. Place the fuel valve lever (Figure 26) to the OFF position.
3. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 25) to the "OFF"
position.
1. Place the engine throttle lever (Figure 23) in the SLOW
position, and listen for the engine speed to decrease. Allow
engine to run for 2 or 3 minutes for proper cooldown.
Stopping the Engine
Stopping the engine under normal conditions: