SS26-I-0415 READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATORS INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. Death or serious injury could occur if this machine is used improperly. SAFETY • Do not disconnect power by pulling cord. To disconnect, grasp SAFETY MESSAGES the plug, not the cord.
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Specifications and dimensions are approximate To insure product safety and reliability, always use genu- and subject to change ine EDCO replacement parts when making repairs to the equipment. Model SS26-35K SS26-15E When ordering parts, please specify the MODEL and SERIAL NUMBER of the machine as given on the NAME- 50 1/2”...
SS26-I-0415 Read and understand the Operator’s Instruction Manual, the Rx for Concrete Saws, and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual before operating this equipment. Death or serious injury can result if this machine is used improperly. Safety Guidelines Remove all rings, watches and jewelry prior to doing any work inside the console area. Metallic jewelry could short out the positive lead on the battery or the hydraulic power unit and cause severe bodily injury.
SS26-I-0415 SS26-35K Gasoline Powered Operating Controls DC Hydaulic Power Unit mounted inside compartment at this location. (See page 10) Figure 3 SS26-35K Operator’s Console 1. Ammeter 2. Hour Meter 3. Cut Control 4. Depth Gauge 5. Blade Saver Switch 6. Water Pump Switch 7.
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SS26-I-0415 Electric Powered Operating Controls SS26-15E Operator’s Console 1. AMP Meter 2. Hour Meter 3. Water Pump Switch 4. Depth Indicator 5. OFF Button (RED) 6. On Button (GREEN) 7. Battery Saver Switch Low Water Pressure Alert 9. Guide Bar Rope 10.
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SS26-I-0415 Do not operate gasoline or diesel powered equipment without adequate ventilation. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that can kill. Before Starting the Engine/Motor: • Read Rx for Concrete Saws before operating. • Inspect machine before each use according to the Maintenance Schedule on page 15. •...
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SS26-I-0415 Starting the Saw Electric: • Verify the Drive Control lever is in the Neutral (center) position. (Figures 2, 3,4 ,5 & 5A) • Verify that the blade is raised high enough to clear the ground. • Disengage the Clutch. (Figure 7) •...
SS26-I-0415 To Stop Cutting: • Stop forward motion of the saw by returning the speed control lever to neutral position. Blade Raise/ • Raise the blade completely out of the cut by depressing the blade lift/lower switch. Lower (Figure 8) DO NOT attempt to raise the blade with the depth control lock. Rocker •...
SS26-I-0415 The following maintenance instructions are brief explanations of some of the items suggested in the Maintenance Schedule chart on page 12. These instructions are not replacements for the Engine Manufacturer’s Maintenance Instructions. Maintenance Disconnect the machine from the power source by disconnecting the spark plug or battery leads before DC Hydraulic performing any maintenance.
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SS26-I-0415 Inspect Arbor Drive Belts - SS26-15E • Proper belt tension must be maintained to transmit the motor power to the cutting blade. Slipping belts will over heat, the blade life will be shortened and the cutting speed limited. Over tensioned belts will shorten the belt and bearing life.
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SS26-I-0415 To replace belts or change Blade Size • The model SS26 is a heavy duty saw designed to use large diameter blades for deep cutting. Blade size 14 inch to maximum diameter of 30 inches (66cm). • To use smaller diameter blades, the sheaves and belt sizes must be changed. Refer to chart for belt sizes and sheave diameters.
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SS26-I-0415 Important! Arbor Shaft Bearings MUST be lubricated EVERY FOUR HOURS! Arbor Shaft Bearing Grease Bearings - (12 Total) grease points Arbor Shaft Bearings (2) must be greased every 4 hours. (Figure 16) All other Bearings (8/10) must be greased every 40 hours. Those include: Front Wheel Bearings (2), Fork Assembly Bearings (2) Rear Drive Wheel Bearings (2), Clutch Sprocket Bearings (2)
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Unbalanced blades will wear excessively, vibrate and damage both arbor shaft and bearings. For safety reasons, EDCO does not recommend the use of any abrasive blades. Abrasive blades can break and cause serious personal injury to operator and/or bystanders. If abrasive blades are used by choice, only use those which are marked as reinforced abrasive blades.
SS26-I-0415 SMI Dust and Silica Warning Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. If you are unfamil- iar with the risks associated with the particular process and/or material being cut or the composition of the tool being used, review the material safety data sheets and/or consult your employer, the manufacturers/suppliers, governmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources on hazardous materials.
*Seller reserves the right to alter payment terms. EDCO will, at its option, repair or replace, at the EDCO factory or at a point designated by EDCO, any part which shall appear to the satisfaction of EDCO inspection to have been 3.
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