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12. Check that the blade tracks near the center of the
channel in the main table, and that the table
moves freely from the front to back.
13. Sometimes the material being cut is not abrasive
enough to expose new diamonds on the blade.
If the blade is not sharpened, it will rub against
the surface of the material resulting in heat-
build in the core. To prevent this, it is necessary
to dress the blade. To dress the blade, simply
cut something abrasive like a piece of a cement
block. Indications that the blade needs dressing
include:
• The diamonds in the matrix appear shiny
because those are worn flat.
• The blade stops cutting or noticeably slows
down.
14. Before using the saw, fill the water tub with clean
water enough to submerge the water pump.
Replenish as necessary and clean the water tub
frequently. Do not operate a wet cutting blade
without adequate water flow to both sides of the
blade. Never run pump dry.
15. Never cut or grind with the side of the blade, only
cut in a straight line.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the blade
and all other moving parts.
• Never touch or try to stop a moving blade with
your hand.
16. Always unplug the water pump before cutting dry.
Never run the pump dry.
• Do not use a wet cutting blade for dry cutting.
Select the proper wet or dry cutting blade for
your application.
• To avoid a blade from heating up, allow the
blade to cool down by removing the tile and to
run freely for a few minutes.
17. Make sure all adjusting knobs are tight and
engaged in their detents and that movable
parts not intended to move during operation are
securely locked before making a cut. Be careful
not to over tighten.
18. Before connecting the machine to a power source,
check to see that the “On/Off” switch is in the
“off” position.
• Make sure the blade is not in contact with
anything before connecting the saw to a power
source and starting the motor.
• Know how to stop the machine quickly in case
of an emergency.
19. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
• In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
a matching outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
• Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit
the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
• Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
• Check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if in doubt as to
whether the tool is properly grounded.
• Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong
grounding plugs and 3 pole electrical outlet that
accept the tool’s plug.
WARNING!
Not dressing the blade frequently or setting
the blade too high will cause it to grab the tile,
possibly causing injury to the operator and
damage to the saw.
IMPORTANT - If there is any tendency for the
saw to move during certain operations, such as
when cutting large heavy tiles, the saw must be
securely fastened to a supporting table.
VII. TS400: SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES FOR TILE SAW
