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- Page 1 S20/S24 HYDRASAW INSTRUCTIONS REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS BUFFALO, NY P/N 6122064 04/28/15...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CHAPTER TITLE PAGE SAFETY ............................1 Introduction ............................1 Safety Definitions...........................1 Power Source and Saw Safety Labels ....................1 S20/S24 Saw Safety Rules ......................1 SPECIFICATIONS ........................3 Introduction ............................3 S20 Technical Data.........................3 S24 Technical Data.........................4 Blade Performance Requirements ....................4 Hydraulic Power Source Requirements..................5 Recommended Hydraulic Oil ......................5 Nameplate and Serial Number Tag....................5... -
Page 3: Safety
1 SAFETY 1.1 INTRODUCTION Your Reimann & Georger Corporation S20/S24 HydraSaw has been engineered to provide sawing performance, long term economics and safety advantages that no other type can match. However, even a well-designed and well-built saw can malfunction or become hazardous in the hands of an inexperienced and/or untrained user. Therefore, read this manual and related equipment manuals thoroughly before operating your saw to provide maximum safety for all operating personnel, and to get the maximum benefit from your equipment. - Page 4 16. Never exceed the maximum flow and pressure rating of the saw which is 8 gpm at 2500 psi. 17. Do not exceed either the maximum operating speed of 1830/1455 rpm for the S20/S24 saws, respectively, or the blade manufacturer’s rated speed.
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Page 5: Specifications
2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 INTRODUCTION Your Reimann & Georger Corporation S20/S24 hydraulic direct drive HydraSaw is a rugged versatile saw that cuts cleanly, fast, precisely, and straight through concrete, steel, stone, composition material, or hard fiber when equipped with the appropriate abrasive or diamond blade. The slim line design of the saw allows cuts to be made within inches of a wall or an obstruction. -
Page 6: S24 Technical Data
3. Use approved dry cutting type blades in dry cutting operations and approved wet cutting type blades in wet cutting operations. 4. Do not exceed the maximum operating speed of 1830 rpm for the S20, 1455 rpm for the S24, or the blade manufacturer’s rated speed. Blades must be speed tested to ANSI B7.1 safety code specifications. -
Page 7: Hydraulic Power Source Requirements
Many types of compatible hydraulic oil are available through your local dealer/distributor. As an original equipment manufacturer, RGC uses a Grade ISO VG 32 hydraulic turbine oil. Hydraulic oil types are too numerous to list in this manual. If you have any question concerning the type of oil suitable for HydraSaw operation, please consult your local supplier or Reimann &... -
Page 8: Operation
3 OPERATION Follow all the safety procedures in Chapter 1 of this manual and in the manual supplied with your hydraulic power unit. Failure to do this can cause equipment damage and/or personal injury. Make sure you are wearing all your safety equipment including approved NIOSH or MSHA respirators during dry cutting or a wet suit during wet cutting. -
Page 9: Auxiliary Handle Installation
3.2 AUXILIARY HANDLE INSTALLATION The auxiliary handle for the S20 and S24 saws provides ease of cutting in the horizontal plane. The second operator shares the overall weight and can aid in feeding the saw into the workpiece. This maintains a straight cut. Whenever a two-person operation is required, install the auxiliary handle as follows. -
Page 10: Cutting Procedure
5. Disengage the trigger lockout. Then depress (squeeze) the trigger to start the saw. Never exceed the maximum operating speed of 1830 rpm for the S20 saw, 1455 rpm for the S24 saw, or the blade manufacturer’s rated speed. 6. Feed the rotating blade into the work surface using a straight, steady, constant pressure. Do NOT “bump,” jam or force the blade into the work surface, or twist the blade in the cut. - Page 11 WARNING: NEVER DISCONNECT ANY HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED PART OF THE SAW OR REMOVE HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS, LINES, OR FITTINGS WHILE THE POWER SOURCE IS RUNNING OR WHENEVER THE HYDRAULIC FLUID IS HOT. LIQUID UNDER HIGH PRESSURE CAN PIERCE THE SKIN, CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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Page 12: Inspection And Maintenance
4 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE RULES 1. Proper maintenance of the saw and related equipment requires timely adhering to all the guidelines given in this chapter. Proper maintenance is required to maintain the system in good condition and free of defects. 2. -
Page 13: Arbor Flange Removal And Installation
3. Abrasive blades must have mounting blotters on both sides and be speed tested per ANSI B7.1 Safety Code specifications. DESTROY THE BLADE IF IT DOES NOT MEET ANSI B7.1 SPECIFICATIONS. Make sure the blotters are in good condition between the blade and flanges. The cushion provided by the blotters protects the blade from uneven strain. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
5.2 TROUBLESHOOTING THE SAW The following chart is intended to assist with troubleshooting the S20/S24 HydraSaw. While not all inclusive, the chart outlines the most common causes of a problem and the recommended course of action. The troubleshooting guide for the associated power supply is in the instruction manual specifically for this unit. - Page 15 Saw operates Leak in system. Tighten fittings. Inspect all hoses for leaks as described in erratically Section 3.1.1. REPLACE A LEAKING HOSE IMMEDIATELY. NEVER TRY TO REPAIR IT. Saw parts sticking or binding. Check for dirt or gummy deposits. Clean parts. Check for worn or damaged parts and replace as required.
- Page 16 Saw operates, but Blade loose, spinning on arbor Ensure cap screw and arbor nut are tightened securely as blade does not cut. shaft. described in Chapter 4. Blade installed opposite to Check for correct cutting rotation of blade. If installed manufacturer’s cutting incorrectly, remove and install correctly.
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Page 17: Parts List
6 PARTS LIST The following parts list applies to the S20/S24 HydraSaw only. The parts list for the hydraulic power source is in the separate manual supplied for this item. Each item number on the following parts list can be matched with the item number shown on the Figure 6-1 assembly drawing. -
Page 18: S20/S24 Hydrasaw Assembly
MODEL No. SERIAL No. Figure 6-1. S20/S24 HydraSaw Assembly... - Page 19 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Reimann & Georger Corporation Hoisting and Construction Products A. LIMITED WARRANTY Reimann & Georger Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants to the original purchaser (the “Buyer”) that all Reimann & Georger Hoisting and Construction products shall be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase.
- Page 20 ADDITIONAL EXCLUSIONS FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 1. Equipment which has been abused, damaged, used beyond rated capacity, or repaired by persons other than authorized service personnel. 2. Damage caused by acts of God which include, but are not limited to, hailstorms, windstorms, tornadoes, sandstorms, lightning, floods, and earthquakes.
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