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RGC FS20 Instructions Manual

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FS20
HYDRASAW
INSTRUCTIONS
REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION
CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
BUFFALO, NY
P/N 6122066
05/20/16

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  • Page 1 FS20 HYDRASAW INSTRUCTIONS REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS BUFFALO, NY P/N 6122066 05/20/16...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Assembly of Long Handle Kit (cont’d) ..................8 Assembly of Long Handle Kit (cont’d) ..................8 Assembly of Long Handle Kit (cont’d) ..................9 FS20 Hand Saw Complete Assembly .................... 21 FS20 Saw Long Handle Kit ......................22 RGC CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS...

  • Page 3: Safety

    1 SAFETY 1.1 INTRODUCTION Your Reimann & Georger Corporation FS20 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 10 gpm at 2500 psi. 17. Do not exceed either the maximum operating speed of 2400 rpm for the FS20 saws or the blade manufacturer’s rated speed.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 INTRODUCTION Your Reimann & Georger Corporation FS20 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 diamond blade. The flush design of the saw allows cuts to be made right up against a wall or an obstruction.

  • Page 6: Blade Performance Requirements

    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 2400 rpm for the FS20, or the blade manufacturer’s rated speed. Blades must be speed tested to ANSI B7.1 safety code specifications.

  • Page 7: Nameplate And Serial Number Tag

    ydraulic 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 supp lier or Reimann & Georger Corporation for details. 2.6 NAMEPLATE AND SERIAL NUMBER TAG It is important to identify the saw completely and accurately whenever ordering spare parts or reque sting assistance in rvice.

  • 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: Upright Handle And Ball Transfer Installation

    3.2 LONG HANDLE AND BALL TRANSFER INSTALLATION The long handle assembly and ball transfers for the FS20 saw provide ease of cutting in the horizontal plane and when cutting flush against the ground. 1. Ensure the hydraulic and cooling water sources are shut off before proceeding.

  • Page 10: Assembly Of Long Handle Kit (Cont'd)

    Refer to figure 3-3. Slide the two legs of the long handle (item #54) into the angled mounts on the back of the long handle motor and guard assembly and place the hole of the long handle brace onto the threaded stud (item #38). Fasten the legs into the mounts using two clevis pins.

  • Page 11: Starting The System

    5. Refer to figure 3-5. Connect hydraulic and water lines. Connect the water line (item #57) to the “tee” (item #36) on the guard body (item #30). Connect male JIC coupling (item #21) on the pressure side hose (item #55), to the female JIC coupling (item #22) on the guard body.

  • Page 12: Cutting Procedure

    5. Disengage the trigger lockout. Then depress (squeeze) the trigger to start the saw. Never exceed the maximum operating speed of 1900 rpm for the FS20 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 13 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.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Arbor Flange Removal And Installation

    CAUTION: DO NOT FORCE A BLADE ONTO THE ARBOR FLANGE OR USE A BLADE THAT FITS THE ARBOR TOO LOOSELY. NEVER ALTER THE SIZE OF THE ARBOR HOLE. THE BLADE MUST FIT THE ARBOR FLANGE PROPERLY. 5. Inspect the flush cut arbor flange for gouges, warps, nicks, hairline cracks, wear, dirt, or sprung condition. Replace the flange immediately if any of these conditions are present.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    5.2 TROUBLESHOOTING THE SAW The following chart is intended to assist with troubleshooting the FS20 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 17 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 18 WARNING: ANY BLADE FROM YOUR SUPPLIER MUST MEET THE DESIGN CRITERIA LISTED IN CHAPTER 2. USING BLADES ON THIS SAW THAT DON’T MEET THESE REQUIREMENTS CAN CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.

  • Page 19: Parts List

    6 PARTS LIST The following parts list applies to the FS20 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 assembly drawing.
  • Page 20 2020305 - FS20 HAND SAW see figure 6-1 Item Number Part Number Quantity Description 2020404 FS20 SHORT HANDLE UPGRADE 2020546 ADJUSTABLE FENCE 2020501 FACE GUARD 2020504 GUARD BODY 2021220 FLUSH ARBOR FLANGE 2065209 FS20 HYDRAULIC MOTOR 5604681 1-1/16 SAE X 3/4 JIC ADAPTER...
  • Page 21 1/2" QD COUPLING FEMALE 2020546 ADJUSTABLE FENCE 2020504 GUARD BODY 2021220 FLUSH ARBOR FLANGE 2065209 FS20 HYDRAULIC MOTOR 5604681 1-1/16 SAE X 3/4 JIC ADAPTER 5620840 7/8 SAE X 3/4 SAE ADAPTER 5620872 “TEE” 1/4" TUBE ADAPTER 5806247 3/8-16 X 1 HEX HEAD BOLT...
  • Page 22 2020409 - FS20 LONG HANDLE ASSEMBLY see figure 6-2 Item Number Part Number Quantity Description 1697502 HOSE WHIPS W/O FITTINGS 1903120 WATER HOSE WHIP 5023960 SAW TRIGGER LOCKOUT 5023970 SAW TRIGGER 5611235 90 DEG 1/4" TUBE ADAPTER 5806140 1/2” SS HOSE CLAMP 5806210 1/4-20 X 1-3/4”...

  • Page 23: Fs20 Hand Saw Complete Assembly

    Figure 6-1. FS20 Hand Saw Complete Assembly...

  • Page 24: Fs20 Saw Long Handle Kit

    Figure 6-2 FS20 Saw With Long Handle Kit...
  • Page 25 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 26 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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