BASIC K16-18 AND K20SSF OPERATION
1. Be sure of the correct electrical power (phase and voltage) for the motor. The motor has a wiring
diagram with specifications on the outer motor case. Verify electrical power before operating.
Connect incoming AC power to
L1, L2, and L3
on the contactor.
CAUTION: IF NOT
FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL, CONSULT AN ELECTRICIAN!!! FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY PROCEDURES. SEE THE ABRASIVE SAFETY SHEET.
2. Clamp the part securely. Wrap the chain around the piece over the back fence as tight as possible
(with foot pad to lock pad). Slip the chain link into the clevis; step down and to the right on the foot
pad to close the foot pad and tighten the chain around the part. The part that you need to cut can't
move when clamped. Re-adjust the chain if necessary and re-clamp.
NOTE: THE PART
CENTER LINE SHOULD BE AHEAD OF THE WHEEL CENTER LINE.
Use any
available piece to lay against the back fence first, then the part you want to cut. (No need to cut
through spacer/shim).
3. Select the correct abrasive wheel for your job. Abrasive wheels vary in hardness and grain, etc.
incorrect wheels will result in nasty cuts. Good cuts are bright, not blue, and or discolored black.
Please call an abrasive wheel manufacturer to select the correct wheel for your job.
4. As the abrasive wheel wears down, the down stop will need to be adjusted to allow the abrasive
wheel to cut thru your part. Re-adjust the down stop when you put a new abrasive wheel on your
machine. Be sure that you check to make sure that the abrasive wheel does not cut into the abrasive
saw top
5. Use forceful, steady downward pressure when cutting your part. A good shower of sparks will
result. Keep flammable material clear of your work and spark area.
6. Keep drive belts (4 V-belts) tight. 1/2" of slack when squeezed together. Loose drive belts result in
loo of power and binding of the abrasive wheel. Carefully use a prybar to pry the motor mount
back to tighten the v-belts. Re-tighten the threaded knob against the motor plate to fix belt tension.
7. Be sure to wear adequate safety protection. Safety glasses, face shield, etc.
NOTE: DO NOT
OPERATE IN FLAMMABLE AREAS. DO NOT USE STEEL-TOOTHED BLADES.
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