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Check the blade for wear. If you are using a blade
with a continuous castellated rim, be sure the
segment has not worn down to the core. With
segmented blades, it has been found that spalling is
more likely and greater care must be taken.
•
Check the condition of the slab. Cutting too early
may induce spalling and raveling. If this condition
occurs, the only option is to wait until the slab is
stronger.
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Understanding the finishing process of concrete
can also help in identifying problem areas. After the
concrete is first poured, vibrating, spading,
screeding, or power screeding is necessary. The
object is to move the heavy aggregate to the bottom
and bring the sand and cement to the surface. If
large aggregate is left on the surface, cutting the
concrete in the early green condition may not by
possible. There must be sufficient surface strength
to bond and hold any surface aggregate in place
during cutting. If spalling is experienced, check to
verify if the spalling is due to large surface
aggregate. If this is experienced, you must wait
and cut later or the next day since there is not a
practical way to correct for surface aggregate.
7. Maintenance
Before performing any maintenance,
ALWAYS park the machine on a level
surface with the Engine or Motor OFF
and the switch in the OFF position. Let
the machine cool down!!
After each use:
CLEAN the machine.
LUBRICATION:
ENGINE OIL:
Check daily. Change engine oil and oil
filter after every 50 hours of operation. 10W30 MS,
SD, SE or better is generally recommended.
AIR FINS:
Clean every 50 hours of operation.
8. Important
Advise
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Tighten loose nuts and bolts regularly, particularly
after several hours of operation.
•
Check V-Belt tension regularly. Re-tighten V-Belt as
necessary.
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Remove the blade for storage. Store it carefully.
9. Repairs
We carry out all repairs in the shortest possible time and
at the most economical prices. (See front page for our
address and phone numbers)
10. Spare
Parts
For quick supply of spare parts and to avoid any lost time,
it is essential to quote the data on the manufacturer’s
plate fixed to the machine and the part number(s) to be
replaced with every order.
The instructions for use and spare parts found in this
document are for information only and are not binding. As
part of our product quality improvement policy, we reserve
the right to make any and all technical modifications
without prior notice.
The manufacturer accepts no
responsibility caused by unsuitable
use or modifications.
