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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 

IMPORTANT! READ FIRST

For your own safety be sure to read, understand and follow all warnings, safety rules and 

instructions in this instruction manual before using this machine. Failure to do so can 

result in serious personal injury. This instruction manual is intended for the following 

machine models: 31-000, 31-001, 31-004 and 31-006.  

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SETUP

• Intended for indoor use only.

• Avoid dangerous environments. 

Do not use 

this machine near gasoline or other flammable 

liquids.

• Make sure machine is securely placed on a 

sturdy, level surface with ample working area 

and away from open electrical outlets.

• Check for damaged parts. 

Before use of this 

machine, always check for any damaged parts 

to determine that it will operate properly and 

perform its intended function. Check for proper 

alignment of moving parts, binding of moving 

parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any 

other conditions that may affect its operation. A 

part that is damaged must be properly replaced 

through the manufacturer of this machine to 

avoid risk of injury.

• Use only identical 10" Slab saw parts for 

replacement parts. 

Use of any other parts not 

originally intended for the 10" Slab saw machine 

may create a hazard or cause product damage.

• Know your power tool.

 Read this instruction 

manual carefully. Learn the correct applications 

and limitations as well as specific warnings and 

hazards related to this machine.

USAGE

• Always wear proper apparel. 

Do not wear any 

loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry that 

can get caught in the machine’s moving parts. 

Secure long hair with a rubber band or hair tie.

• Always wear proper eye protection 

to protect 

you from any debris that may fly out while 

sawing. We recommend wearing safety goggles or 

safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses 

Summary of Contents for 31-000

Page 1: ...10 Slab Saw EST 1984 HI TECH INSTRUCTION MANUAL EST 1984 HI TECH ...

Page 2: ...tion Check for proper alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A part that is damaged must be properly replaced through the manufacturer of this machine to avoid risk of injury Use only identical 10 Slab saw parts for replacement parts Use of any other parts not originally intended for the 10 Slab saw machin...

Page 3: ...de and possible injury Never cut more than one workpiece at a time Some rocks contain poisonous elements Avoid sawing rocks that contain uranium mercury lead arsenic etc Make sure you know the material you are sawing Allow your trim saw to cool By ignoring this warning the 10 Slab saw can overheat and deform the saw housing We recommend cutting on the 10 Slab saw for 30 minutes on then allow 30 mi...

Page 4: ...MENTS 11 ACCESSORIES 12 FAQS 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 15 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Register your Hi Tech Diamond 10 Slab saw at hitechdiamond com register to help facilitate any warranty related requests You can also register your 10 Slab saw by completing and mailing us the enclosed registration form Complimentary mailing envelope is included for your convenience ...

Page 5: ... is in force for one full year from the date of your purchase Please retain the original invoice of your machine for proof of warranty or register your 10 Slab saw Need our warranty service Contact us directly by phone at 630 596 9909 or by email at sales hitechdiamond com and we will assist you You must prove that you are under warranty by providing us with the original invoice of your machine or...

Page 6: ... Slab saw base unit 1 3 hp 1 740 rpm motor 2 On off power switch 3 Slab saw blade guard 4 Slab saw table 5 Drain plug 6 10 thick notched diamond saw blade 7 10 thick sintered diamond saw blade 8 3 32 Allen wrench included with instruction manual 9 Slab saw spray shield included with instruction manual 6 8 9 7 7 ...

Page 7: ...e loosened slide the brass bar to the right and completely remove from the arbor Next manually remove the nut from the arbor turning counter clockwise Also remove two washers leaving the remaining two on the arbor At this point the brass bar nut and two washers should be completely removed from the arbor Slide one of the two included saw blades onto the arbor Replace the two washers knob turning c...

Page 8: ...revent rusting Keep out of reach of children 4Replace the saw table Insert the black spray shield part 8 into the two slots located at the front of the saw table Fig C The spray shield can be inserted in either direction 5Before turning your slab saw on manually spin the saw blade towards you to make sure the blade is not in contact with the saw table If there is contact see page 11 for instructio...

Page 9: ... the visible cutting area of the saw blade The blade height of the 10 slab saw is 3 3 4 This measurement is taken from the saw table to the top of the saw blade Fig D 3The red saw blade included with your saw has a sintered diamond rim that may require sharpening or dressing over long continuous use Simply put the diamonds embedded into the sintered matrix of the blade are wearing down and the met...

Page 10: ...w blade after each use to prevent rusting Keep out of reach of children MOTOR DETAILS For questions regarding the motor please refer to the instructions provided by the motor manufac turer included with this instruction manual MAINTENANCE ARBOR MOTOR SHAFT Oiling or greasing the inside of the stainless steel arbor and the motor shaft is required because the arbor and motor shaft are made of differ...

Page 11: ...de side to side 2Replace the saw table and position the saw blade so that it is not in contact with the saw table Your blade should spin freely 3Remove the saw table to tighten the two set screws using the Allen wrench turning clockwise and replace the brass bar 4Replace the saw table and manually rotate the saw blade making sure the blade is not making contact with the saw table one last time bef...

Page 12: ...vise accessory secures your material while you cut so you can be hands free It secures onto the 10 slab saw housing and is an adjustable guide that allows for precise cuts The carriage advances slowly to feed your material evenly into the saw blade Installation is fast and easy If you don t want your hands near the saw blade while you cut then this helpful accessory is for you The accessories feat...

Page 13: ...e X 044 kerf Note This saw blade is included with this slab saw machine Thin sintered diamond saw blades Our red thin sintered diamond saw blades are designed for cutting and slabbing material such as quartz topaz glass and fine agates Available sizes for this trim saw 10 diameter X 031 core X 038 kerf Note This saw blade is included with this slab saw machine Thick sintered diamond saw blades Our...

Page 14: ...slab saw is 3 3 4 This measurement is taken from the saw table to the top of the saw blade see below What size saw blades can I use on this slab saw Only use 10 diameter saw blades on this slab saw machine Please note that only saw blades with 5 8 arbor holes fit onto the saw arbor In regards to saw blades what do core and kerf mean Core is the thickness of the inside of the saw blade the core whi...

Page 15: ...ou must take time to cool your machine We suggest running your slab saw for 30 minutes on 30 minutes off to cool Alternatively you can use an external fan to blow air through the vent located on the side of the motor housing This will help prolong usage time I can t remove the arbor from the motor shaft If you can t remove the arbor from the motor shaft using the Allen wrench it is most likely bec...

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