MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 3 II. General safety rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use the wet tile saw. ⁄ WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE WET TILE SAW UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 4 II. General safety rules - continued 12. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant, rubber-soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris. 13. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 5 III. Specific safety rules for wet tile saws - continued 1. CHECK FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF MOVING PARTS. 2. ALWAYS USE the blade guard assembly. 3.KNOW THE CONDITION OF YOUR WET TILE SAW.
MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 6 IV. Electrical information GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 7 IV. Electrical information - continued sufficient amount of slack so that the power cord sags between the outlet and the wet tile saw; if using an extension cord, raise connector using a chair, milk crate, etc.
MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 8 V. Know your wet tile saw Work table Adjustable work fence Blade guard Fence knobs (2) Diamond-tipped tile cutting 45˚ mitre gauge blade ON/OFF switch Tilting table Water compartment Water port with cap Drain and plug (not shown)
MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 9 VI. Assembly and adjustments UNPACKING (Fig. 1) 1. Carefully remove the contents from the box. 2. Do not discard the box and packing material until you have examined all the parts carefully. WARNING: IF ANY PART IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT ⁄...
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 10 VI. Assembly and adjustments - continued ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ⁄ WARNING: IF ANY PART IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT PLUG IN THE WET TILE SAW UNTIL THE MISSING OR DAMAGED PART IS REPLACED. This wet tile saw requires some assembly.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 11 VI. Assembly and adjustments - continued Install the blade (Fig. 4) Fig. 4 1. Use the wrench to remove the blade nut (1) by turning it counter- clockwise. 2. Remove the front blade collar (2). 3.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 12 VI. Assembly and adjustments - continued Secure the saw to a base (Fig. 7) Fig. 7 Use the two plastic sliding blocks to secure the saw to a base so that it will not move when cutting tile.
MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 13 VII. Operation OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 10 ON/OFF switch (Fig. 10) To start the wet tile saw, press the switch (1) to the ON (I) position. To stop the wet tile saw, press the switch to the OFF (O) position.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 14 VII. Operation - continued Making an angle cut (Fig. 12) Fig. 12 To cut a tile at an angle other than 90˚: 1. Fit the tile (1) into the mitre gauge (2) and rest it against the adjustable work fence (3).
WARNING: NEVER USE FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE SOLVENTS AROUND TOOLS. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY ® IDENTICAL MASTERCRAFT REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY OTHER PARTS MAY CREATE A HAZARD OR CAUSE PRODUCT FAILURE. Cleaning Empty the water from the water compartment after each use and before storing the wet tile saw.
® ® When servicing your Mastercraft Wet Tile Saw, use Mastercraft replacement parts only. Use of any other parts may cause product damage. Any and all servicing of the wet tile saw should be performed by a qualified service technician. For more information, call the toll free helpline at 1-800-689-9928.
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MC_WetTileSaw 55-6829 E 3/17/05 4:53 PM Page 17 IX. Replacement Parts ® MASTERCRAFT WET TILE SAW 55-6829-4...
4:53 PM Page 18 X. Warranty Mastercraft Canada agrees to exchange the product or refund your money within 7 days from the date of purchase, with proof of purchase, if you are not satisfied with this product. This Mastercraft product also carries a three (3) year repair warranty against defects in workmanship and materials.