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Figures 3 shows the location of the basic controls or components,
for the FCG1 Concrete Saw. Listed below is a brief explanation
of each control or component
1. Hand Grips/Handlebar – When operating the saw, place
both hands on each grip to maneuver the saw.
2. Adjustable Handle – Set to comfortable operating position.
3. Rear Guide – Rear guide wheel drops into cut to assist in
straight tracking.
4. Air Filter – Prevents dirt and debris from entering the engine
air intake. Keep cleaned and replace when necessary.
5. Recoil Starter Handle – Pull to engage and start the
engine.
6. Recoil Starter Assembly – Engages the engine when
the handle is pulled and rewinds the starter rope when the
handle is released.
7. Wheels/Carraige Assembly – Heavy-duty polyurethane
wheels with permanently sealed ball bearings.
8. Diamond Blade – 19.1 mm (0.75" ) Arbor diameter. 254
mm (10") blade capacity. This diameter provides for a depth
of cut from 6.4 mm to 82.6 mm (1/4" to 3 1/4") depth of cut.
9. Blade Guard – Covers saw blade and flips up to allow
blade to be changed.
10. Belt Tension Adjuster – Adjusts belt tension.
11. Front Guide – Assists in straight tracking.
12. Front Guide Arm – Pivots up for storage and pivots down
for use.
13. Depth Adjust Disk – Turn disk clockwise or counter-
clockwise to adjust the cutting depth up or down.
14. Fuel Tank – Use unleaded gasoline. Do not overfill.
15. Shift Knob – Moves Depth Stop Rod in or out of keyhole
slot.
16. V-Belt Cover – Remove this cover to gain access to the V-
belt. NEVER operate the saw with this cover removed.
17. Arbor Shaft Grease Zerks – Conveniently located for
lubrication.
18. On/Off Switch (Engine)– Turn to the "ON" position to
allow engine to be started and turn to the "OFF" position to
prevent accidental starting.
19. Handle Lock – Lock handle height to a comfortable
operating position.
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20. Screw Plunger – Line up bottom edge of Depth Stop Rod
on Screw Plunger across from desired depth line mark.
21. Depth Stop Rod – Holds blade above working surface or
allows blade to cut into working surface at specified depth.
22. Engine Shut-off Switch – The Engine Shutdown Switch
located next to the handle lock serves both as an Emergency
Engine Shut-Off and as the primary Shutdown switch. This
allows the operator to shutdown the saw safely away from
moving parts.
23. Dust Collection – Provides for connection to suitable dust
collection bag or vacuum system.
24. Sash – Allows for the lowering and raising of the front
guide from the operator's position.