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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 User Manual [Revision 1.0 November 2018] READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE – FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MAY VOID WARRANTY. • KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • Products covered by this manual may vary in appearance, assembly, inclusions, specifications, description and packaging.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Safety Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols: You WILL be KILLED or...
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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 General Electrical Safety General Electrical Safety General Service Information • Inspect electrical equipment, extension • Electrically grounded equipment must • The equipment must be serviced or cords, power bars, and electrical fittings have an approved cord and plug and repaired at authorised service centres for damage or wear before each use.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Safety Symbols The product may have safety warning labels attached to it, explained below. Understand the symbols on your product and their meanings. If any stickers become unreadable, unattached etc, replace them. Flammable Material Hazard...
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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Carbon-Monoxide Hazard Pull Hazard Slope / Fall Injury Hazard "Slam Dunk" Warning Do not use the product in Be aware that the product Be aware that using the Do NOT attempt "slam dunk" confined areas or without...
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Equipment Safety Concrete saws are high-speed, fast-cutting equipment with exposed blades that can cause serious or fatal injury if not used correctly or without taking proper safety precautions. It is extremely important that you read and fully understand the information in this section and all other safety warnings / recommendations and usage instructions before using the equipment.
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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 • Do NOT use the equipment for purposes it is not designed for, such as wood sawing. Transportation Safety • Always STOP the engine before transporting the machine, or working on it (refuelling, adjusting etc).
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Machine Components The saw comes supplied with all parts required for normal use. A basic toolkit may also be included. It is strongly recommended that you familiarise yourself with all major components of the machine before using it or performing any maintenance tasks.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Before Use Checklist Ensure that you carry out all procedures below before starting the engine or operating the equipment. Failure to follow the checklist and carry out the procedures correctly may result in making the product warranty void.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Engine Starting and Stopping Ensure that the cutting wheel is not in contact with, or near any objects before starting the engine. • Once the engine is running at sufficient speed, the clutch will engage and begin rotating the cutting wheel.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Concrete Saw Operation Concrete saws are high-speed, fast-cutting equipment with exposed blades that can cause serious or fatal injury if not used correctly or without taking proper safety precautions. It is extremely important that you read and fully understand the information in this section and all other safety warnings / recommendations and usage instructions before using the equipment.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 • Do NOT use the machine in any way where the machine cannot be securely held with both hands or the entire machine is not visible to the operator. • Use extreme caution when inserting the saw into a previous cut.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Abrasive Types The cutting material in abrasive discs consists of abrasive grit bonded to the disc, which is generally made from a fibreglass material. Cutting performance is determined by the type and size of the abrasive grit, and the type and hardness of the bonding agent.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Maintenance Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Air Filter Operating the machine without a functional air filter may cause severe engine damage and will void any warranty. • A dirty or oil saturated air filter will restrict air flow, which can be mistaken as fuel system problems.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Spark Plug If the spark plug is damaged (cracked insulator, broken or eroded electrodes etc), replace it. • Always use spark plugs of the correct "heat range" - see Specifications. • Depending on model, the spark plug may be accessible directly, or may be located underneath the air filter cover.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Fuel Strainer A dirty or blocked fuel strainer will restrict fuel flow, which can reduce performance and be mistaken as fuel system problems. Check the condition of the fuel strainer before adjusting engine idle speed, where applicable.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Cutting Wheel / Disc Cutting wheels and discs require replacement when worn or damaged. See Cutting Wheels and Discs. 1. If required, remove the flanges (A), spacer (B) and cutting wheel bolt (C) from the spindle (D). Ensure that the spindle and all parts are clean.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Drive Belt Ensure that the drive belt is properly tensioned before use. • For new machines or after installing a new belt, adjust belt tension before first use and after the first hour of use. • Do NOT adjust belt tension with the engine running.
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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 4. On the reverse side of the drive plate, use a 5mm Allen key to remove the screw (I) securing the dust cover (J). Remove the dust cover – the belt (K) can be removed.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Engine Tuning Guidelines Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 The adjustment screws are generally located on the starter cord side of the unit. The high speed and low speed mixture screws are generally marked "L" and "H", respectively. In the adjacent image, idle speed is (A), low speed mixture is (B) and high speed mixture is (C).
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Cleaning Guidelines Do not use solvents, chemicals or abrasives when cleaning the machine, as some surfaces may be damaged. • Wear gloves or use suitable tools to assist in cleaning – do not use bare hands.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Troubleshooting Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents.
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Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Engine stops suddenly during use. Possible Fault Action No fuel Check fuel level and ensure adequate fuel is available. Saw chain jammed Remove saw chain from jammed material. Change cutting method or use wedges etc to prevent jamming the saw chain.
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Specifications Model MX9500 Engine Type Petrol 2 stroke commercial grade Maximum Power 4.5hp (3.3kW) Displacement 75cc Maximum Engine Speed 9,500rpm Product Type Concrete Cut-Off Saw Ignition Type Fuel Tank Capacity 700mL Fuel Mix 25:1 (25 parts fuel to 1 part two stroke oil)
Concrete Cut-off Saw – MX9500 Engine Service and Maintenance Record Use the following tables as a record of machine servicing and maintenance. Keeping accurate records will help ensure longest machine service life and may simplify fault diagnosis and any possible warranty claims.
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