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iQTS244 10” Tile Saw 10” Tile Saw 10” Tile Saw Operator’s Manual Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Manuel de l’opérateur Veuillez lire attentivement le manuel d’utilisation et assurez-vous de bien comprendre les instructions avant d’utiliser la machine.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Section Key Symbols & Safety Rules Explanation Of Warning Levels Safety Rules Introduction Design And Features iQTS244 What Is What? Machine’s Safety Equipment Blades Blades For Different Materials Assembling Mounting The Support Arm Connecting The Vacuum Motor Power Assembling The Table Extension Installing The Rolling Table Blade Istallation...
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KEY SYMBOLS & SAFETY RULES Other symbols/decals on the Additional Safety Warnings machine refer to special certification Do not expose to rain. requirements for certain markets. Never cut without using the blade guard. Risk of injury due to accidental starting. Do not use in an area where children may be present.
SAFETY RULES Safery Rules 12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. 1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 13.
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer The Manufacturer’s Reservation We at IQ Power Tools™ want to congratulate you on Subsequent to publishing this manual IQ Power Tools selecting the iQTS244™ Dust Control Tile Saw. We may issue additional information for safe operation of are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase.
WHAT IS WHAT? Front 1 - Dust Tray Lift Lever 13 - Laser Switch 2 - Transport Handle Lock 14 - Vacuum Only Switch 3 - Transport Handle 15 - Blade Guard 4 - Table Remove Lever 16 - Dust Guard Retainer Knob 5 - Extension Table Lock Knob 17 - Dust Guard 6 - Rolling Table Lock Knob...
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WHAT IS WHAT? Side Back and Side 24 - Vacuum Motor 32 - Power Cord 25 - Vacuum Motor Power Supply 33 - Power Cord Storage 26 - Vacuum Motor Power Cord 34 - 8mm Allen Wrench 27 - Support Arm 35 - Blade Wrench 28 - Lock Down Knob Back...
MACHINE’S SAFETY EQUIPMENT General SAW POWER SWITCH The power switch - / O should be used to start and stop This section describes the machine’s safety equipment, the machine. its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. CHECKING THE SAW POWER SWITCH WARNING! NEVER USE A MACHINE THAT HAS...
The iQTS244 10” Dry Cutting blades with Q-Drive for the iQTS244 with Q-Drive Arbor hole. Arbor hole can be purchased from your local iQ Power Tools dealer or directly from iQ Power Blade selection should be made according to the Tools by calling 888-274-7744 or through our material being cut ask your local dealer for help in website at www.iQpowertools.com...
ASSEMBLING UN-BOXING AND ASSEMBLING CONNECTING THE VACUUM MOTOR POWER Open the top of the box. Remove top layer of foam with The vacuum power supply cable from the support parts and set aside. Remove main frame assembly and arm needs to be routed through the cable retainer. place on a flat horizontal and stable surface (preferably a workbench) to prevent the equipment from tipping or sliding during assembly.
ASSEMBLING ASSEMBLING THE TABLE EXTENSION WARNING! IF THE REMOVE TABLE LOCK Remove the table extension from packaging. Insert the LEVER IS LEFT IN THE DOWN POSITION INADVERTENTLY THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE extension shafts into the right side of rolling table. AND/OR INJURY Holding the table in front of you, on the left side of the table line the 1st notch wheel roller with the guide rail.
BLADE INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE BLADE Remove the blade shaft nut and outside flange washer. While pushing down on the cutting head handle loosen the depth adjustment knob and pull out on the lock down knob. Allow the cutting head to move to the full up position Note the Q-Drive shaped blade shaft.
DUST GUARD INSTALLATION Remove blade from packaging, remove bushing if INSTALLING THE DUST GUARD installed into Q-Drive Arbor hole. Install the blade lining Note: Blade should be installed before installing up the Q-Drive Arbor hole with the Q-Drive blade shaft. dust guard.
SAFETY General Generally clothes should be close-fitting without restricting your freedom of movement. Be careful as clothing, long hair, and jewellery can get caught Do not use the machine unless you are able to call in moving parts. for help in the event of an accident. Always have a first aid kit nearby.
SAFETY ALWAYS THINK ABOUT YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT Do not modify the plug. If it will not fit the outlet have a AND USE COMMON SENSE. proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Make It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation sure local regulations and ordinances are followed.
SAFETY WORK AREA SAFETY MACHINE USE AND CARE • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or • This machine is designed and intended for dark areas invite accidents. cutting tile and stone. All other use is improper. • People and animals can distract you causing •...
STARTING AND STOPPING Before starting Transport and storage TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! PLEASE READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAREFULLY AND MAKE Make sure the table lock is secure before transporting saw. Failure to lock SURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE table may cause the table to slide off the saw and cause serious injury. USING THE MACHINE 1.
TOP SLOT FREE OF TILE CHIPS AND LARGE DEBRIS COULD RESULT IN THE ROLLING TABLE JAMMING AGAINST THE TOP SLOT AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. *Accessories can be purchased from your local iQ Power Tools dealer. Call 888-274-7744 or visit www.iqpowertools.com to find a dealer near you. iQTS244 888-274-7744 Operator’s Manual...
VACUUM AND FILTER MAINTENANCE Rotate dust tray release lever to the left. FILTER SYSTEM Filter system of the IQTS244 is designed to function automatically with the tile saw. The vacuum motor automatically starts with the saw motor start. The system is designed to operate for the full work day or 500 lineal feet of cutting before cleaning filter or emptying dust tray.
VACUUM AND FILTER MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! MAKE SURE CUTTING BLADE WHILE DOING MAINTENANCE ON THIS COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP MACHINE THERE IS A POTENTIAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR TRANSPORTING. EXPOSURE TO DUST WHICH MAY CONTAIN HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. PROTECT YOURSELF BY WEARING AN APPROPRIATE BREATHING MASK.
INSPECTING AND REPLACING THE CARBON BRUSHES Inspect carbon brush and replaced it necessary WARNING! MAKE SURE CUTTING BLADE COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR TRANSPORTING. The carbon brushes must be removed and checked regularly. Weekly if the machine is used daily. These instructions apply to the saw motor and the vacuum motor.
CHANGING THE LOUVERS Periodically the plastic louvers will need to be changed. The plastic louvers are made up of three sections. The two front pieces are the same while the rear piece is different. DIFFERENT SAME REMOVING THE LOUVERS REPLACING THE LOUVERS To change the louvers, remove the table and set it on Start with the back plastic louver.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE TOP SLOT ADJUSTING THE ROLLING TABLE UPPER ROLLER Note: The top slot adjustments are set at the factory so adjustment will only need to be performed after extended use or after parts replacement. NOTICE! PROPER GAP BETWEEN THE TOP SLOT IN ROLLING TABLE LOUVERS IS CRITICAL TO MAINTAIN VACUUM AND GOOD DUST COLLECTION.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING AND SQUARING THE ROLLING TABLE Note: The rolling table is set squared to the cutting head at the factory and is certified to be within an industry-leading standard of 0.015” or 1/64”. Adjustment will only need to be performed after extended use or after parts replacement.
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INSTALLING THE X-STAND (optional accessory) Accessories can be purchased from your local Lower the transport handle by pulling transport iQ Power Tools dealer. Call 888-274-7744 or vist handle lock pin (A) then pushing down on transport our website at iqpowertools.com.
X-STAND REMOVING THE X-STAND Removing the optional X-Stand. With your right hand on transport handle (C) and left hand on cutting head handle (B) rotate the machine back. Note: Before lowering allow approximately 4 ft. / 1.5 m to behind the machine to rotate the machine down to the floor.
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X-STAND Raise the transport handle by pulling transport handle When X-Stand lock pin is released rotate up (A) then lift lock pin (A) then pulling up on transport handle (B) with left-hand (B) unhooking X-Stand from machine. With slight pressure against transport handle (A) with Machine can now be tipped forward onto the wheels tip of left foot pushed down on X-Stand lock pin knob for easy transport.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS MANY COMMON PROBLEMS CAN BE SOLVED EASILY BY UTILIZING THE CHART BELOW. FOR MORE SERIOUS OR PERSISTENT PROBLEMS, CONTACT IQ POWER TOOLS AT 1-(888)274-7744. TROUBLE! SAW WILL NOT START WHAT’S WRONG? WHAT TO DO 1.
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WARRANTY New iQTS244™ Dry Cut Tile Saw, sold by iQ Power Parts and labor needed to maintain products, Tools or an iQ authorized dealer is warranted to be and the replacement of components due to normal free from manufacturing defects in normal service wear and tear, are the purchaser’s responsibility...
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