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S A F E T Y & O P E R AT I O N S
INTRODUCTION
The FS-150 walk-behind air saw is designed for simple operation and has been proven to be extremely useful and versatile. A 12" to
20" diameter diamond blade may be mounted on the saw if it is rated and approved for operation at 3,300 RPM. READ, AND CARE-
FULLY FOLLOW, THE OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OF THIS OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE
USING THIS PRODUCT. Since safety regulations can vary between different countries and states, you must contact proper authorities
and follow all appropriate regulations
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
No person should attempt to operate this saw without first being trained in the operation of industrial cutting tools. These
instruc¬tions are not intended as a substitute for training and experience. The operator must observe safeguards that include, but
are not limited, to the following:
• DO NOT MODIFY ANY SAW FROM IT'S ORIGINAL DESIGN WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE MANUFACTURER.
UN¬AUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS.
• DO NOT use any blade marked for less than 3,300 RPM.
• DO NOT service the saw or change without first disconnecting the power.
• DO NOT install a blade before inspecting the blade for damage.
• DO NOT operate saw with a damaged blade. A damaged blade may fly apart and cause serious injury or death.
• Verify blade is correct for application before use.
• Verify blade rotation matches the direction arrow on blade guard.
• DO NOT apply power to the blade before spinning the blade by hand to check alignment.
• DO NOT operate with any lose nuts or bolts. Check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
• DO NOT operate without appropriate ear, eye, foot, hand, and breathing protection.
• DO NOT operate around any loose or foreign objects that may damage system.
• DO NOT operate if arbor shaft has excessive end play.
• DO NOT cut material that the blade is not designed for.
• DO NOT operate saw near combustible material or fumes.
• DO NOT force blade through material to be cut. Always ease blade through material.
FS-150 WALK-BEHIND AIR SAW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. BEFORE OPERATING THE SAW
1. Be sure all nuts and bolts are tight.
2. Check the air supply for the correct pressure (90 PSI Min) and rating (85 CFM Min).
3. Turn on air supply and check for leaks
4. Be sure to clean air hose to discharge any dirt, scale or moisture(and do so before each use).
5. Connect the air hose and ensure proper couplings are usedon air lines - typically no fitting is smaller than 1/2". Ensure the in-line
oiler is filled with pneumatic ice free oil.
B. WHILE OPERATING THE SAW
1. Before entering the blade into the material to be cut, squeeze the trigger and allow the saw to reach full speed.
2. Ease the saw blade into the material to be cut.
3. At the end of the cut, lift the saw until the blade is clear of the cut, then release the trigger.
4. Allow the blade to come to a complete stop before setting it down.
5. Check the in-line oiler for oil level after 2-3 hours of operation.
6. When the rear wheel behind the blade needs to be moved so it is not directly behind the blade, roll the saw onto it's side and re-
move the "R" clip. Pull the axle out and retain the outboard position using the "R" clip.
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