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X-COUP Operating instructions Declaration of conformity...
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Directives and European standard: • European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC • “LOW VOLTAGE" 2014/35/EU • Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU • EN 12418 – Masonry and stone cutting-off machines – Safety Mr. C. J. van Beek General Manager - Carat Nederland B.V.
Special Instructions The X-COUP is only designed for the cutting of construction products mainly on construction sites. Reading carefully this manual is compulsory for any person for the use, maintenance, repair of this machine. Uses other than manufacturer's instructions shall be considered as contravening the regulations. The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for any resulting damage.
Machine description The X-COUP Masonry saw is designed for onsite wet and dry cutting operations of masonry, refractory and natural stone products. Any modification or transformation of the machine cannot be carried without prior authorization from the manufacturer. Only the manufacturer shall confirm the machine is still in conformity with the safety regulations.
Transport Before transporting the machine always do the following instructions: • Remove the blade • Empty the water tray, • Lock the table • Fold and tight the legs with the locking screws • Make sure the transport handles and wheels are mounted correctly and well tighten. The machine can be transported by two persons using the transport handles or one person using the transport wheels.
Electrical connections Before connecting the machine to a power supply, make sure: • The voltage/phase supply corresponds to the information indicated on the motor plate and machine plate. • Available power supply must have ground connection in conformity with safety regulations. •...
Cutting method: Free depth cutting for multiple steps cutting In free depth cutting, the cutting head is not locked in a fixed position. This cutting method enables multiple steps cutting which consists of moving the table back and forth with the material to be cut under the rotating blade. For hard material, it is recommended to use this cutting method (e.g.
Use your right hand to adjust the depth while cutting, Use your left one to slide the table back and forth. (9) Cutting method: 45° bevel cuts The X-COUP enables to make fixed or multiple steps 45° bevel cuts. To do 45° bevel cuts, please follow this procedure: •...
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To put the cutting head back in the normal position, please follow this procedure: • Switch off the machine and make sure the blade is not rotating. (1) • Put the table at the front of the machine to clear the space for the pivoting of the cutting head. (2) •...
Maintenance Before performing any maintenance, make sure the machine is isolated from any electrical supply. To ensure a long-term quality, make the following maintenance actions every time after using the machine: • Inspect visually the whole machine • Clean flange and blade fixing devices •...
protection is triggered due to high Defective blade Change the blade temperature rises of the motor) Worn blade Change the blade Cutting advance too fast Cut slowly Undue pressure on the blade Cut slowly Electric diagram...
Customer service For customer services, please contact the following address: Carat Nederland B.V. Nikkelstraat 18, 4823 AB Breda, The Netherlands. www.carat-tools.eu/.com/.nl/.dk In order to avoid problem, make sure to give the following information: • Machine article number • Machine serial number •...
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CARAT NEDERLAND B.V. Nikkelstraat 18 - 4823 AB – Breda - Nederland - www.carat-tools.eu/.com/.nl/.dk...