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WARRANTY Norton Construction Products warrants all products manufactured by it against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment to the customer. The responsibility of Norton Construction Products under this warranty is limited to replacement or repair of defective parts at Norton Construction Products' Gainesville, Georgia factory, or at a point designated by it, of such part as shall appear to us upon inspection at such point, to have been defective in material or...
Table of Contents Section Page I. Preparation A. Assembly B. Electrical Connections C. Wiring Diagram II. Operation 7-12 A. Safety Precautions B. How To Mount The Blade C. How To Use “Step Cutting” With Abrasive Blades D. How To Use “Jam Cutting” And “Step Cutting With Diamond Blades E.
I. PEPARATION A. Assembly Inspect the saw for shipping damage. If any damage is found, contact the shipper immediately and file a freight claim. The Norton Company is not responsible for any freight-related damages. 1. Remove machine from skid. 2. Remove band securing head in place. Remove packing material. 3.
All Clipper electric motors have overload protectors and are equipped with a reset button on the motor housing. If, after proper electrical connections are made, the motor will not run, press the reset button to the overload protector switch.
II. OPERATION The best cutting speed and economy can be attained by following the instructions listed in this section and by selection of the right blade for the right job. Your local distributor can provide accurate blade recommendations to meet all cutting needs. A.
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Hazard Symbols Fuel (gasoline) is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well-ventilated, unoccupied areas approved, and away from sparks or flames. Do not fill the saw fuel tank while the engine is hot or running. Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.
II. OPERATION How to Mount Blade Be sure blade shaft collars and arbor are free of dirt and all foreign material before mounting blade on the arbor shaft. Tightening blade against an uneven surface can cause fracture of an abrasive blade or cause to run-out of alignment, causing excessive blade wear.
II. OPERATION C. How to Use " Step Cutting " With Abrasive Blades Use "step cutting" without exception when cutting wet or dry with abrasive blades. "Jam cutting", which is discussed and illustrated in the section following, is to be used only with wet and dry cutting diamond blades.
II. OPERATION D. How To Use "Jam Cutting" (Fixed Cutting) and "Step Cutting" With Diamond Blades "Jam" cutting the head is locked in a fixed position and the material is pushed into it as shown in the sketch at the bottom. "Jam" cutting with the head locked in a fixed position usually provides greater efficiency.
II. OPERATION E. How To Use For Dry Cuffing 1. Use a proper blade, which is marked for dry cutting. 2. Remove the water curtain. 3. Disconnect the water pump. 4. Use "step" cutting as explained previously when using abrasive blades. 5.
III. MAINTENANCE The saw requires very little maintenance for long satisfactory operation. However, the following points must be watched: A. V-Belts The drive belts are made of premium oil and heat resistant materials. They require very little adjustment, but should be tightened after the first few days of running. Adjustment and Alignment Warning: Never make adjustments to v-belts and pulleys while engine is running.
III. MAINTENANCE B. Motor The motors are specially designed for masonry sawing. It is totally enclosed and the sealed bearings require no lubrication. The motor is equipped with thermal overload protection. 1. Periodically clean the dirt and sludge build-up from the motor fan housing and cooling fins. 2.
III. MAINTENANCE C. Blade Shaft Bearings If necessary to relubricate while the bearing is idle, refer to relubrication table for the maximum grease capacity for the bearings. Relubrication Of Sealmaster Bearings Shaft Size Maximum Grease Capacity of Bearing Chamber In Ounces 7/8”...
V. PARTS LIST SECTION A. Ordering Information 1. List model number and serial number of machine. 2. List the part number and description of part (not item number). Whenever alternate parts are shown due to product improvement, inspect the part you have and provide additional description as necessary.
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BBH Masonry Saw Parts Item N Description Part N Item N Description Part N Drain Plug 213622 Lower Stay Level Arm 219074 Assembly Frame Weldment 219026C Bearing Kit Pivot Head 219070 Water Pump Kit 216138 Water Curtain Assembly 219038 Screen 216641 Hood 216642...
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