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MODEL VX5WV™ PORTABLE HANDHELD TILE SAW OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL Blade sold separately serial number - You should record the Serial Number of your Tile Saw on this Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and on the Warranty Card. The Warranty Card must be sent back with all the required pertinent information for the warranty to take effect.
i. GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL POWER TOOLS WARNING! Read all instructions. As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the machine. The following basic safety precautions should be followed at all times to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and serious personal injury to you or others.
21. Extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Extension cord tables (refer to page 21 ) show the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
• Over 4cm depth of cut with 5" blade • Side handle for additional support • Water hose system with control valve • GFCI Included iv. SPECIFICATIONS VX5WV PORTABLE TILE SAW MAX. BLADE CUTTING CUTTING MOTOR WEIGHT CAPACITY LENGTH DEPTH...
v. UNPACKING Open the carton box cover by lifting the top portion. Locate the accessory box and check its content for the following items before discarding any packaging: 1 Saw 2 Side handle 3 T-Socket wrench 4 Closed box wrench 5 Rip guide 6 Owner's manual 7 Dust guard cover...
vii. SETUP FOR WET OR DRY CUTTING WARNING: Water pressure going to hose WARNING: Disconnect the power plug before assembly should not exceed 80 psi. installing the blade onto the blade shaft. WET CUTTING 1. To cut wet remove side handle to remove the dust guard (see fig 4).
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WARNING: Disconnect the power plug before CAUTION: Use clamps or other mechanical installing or removing the blade or means to support and hold the workpiece to a accessories, and before adjusting or making stable platform placed on a reliable flat repairs to the power tool.
Never use a blade Blade dressing stones are available from your local Pearl having a maximum operating speed lower than Warehouse. the “No load R.P.M.” marked on the tool nameplate.
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cutting blades. To avoid heat build up, properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified allow the blade to cool, remove the tile electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, and allow the blade to run freely for a few extending from the adapter must be connected to a minutes.
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Cover of Grounding grounded Means outlet box (Lug) Metal Screw Grounding pin Grounding pin Figure 9 Grounding Methods To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. EXTENSION CORD CHART WARNING: To avoid permanent motor damage, you must use the correct extension cord.
x. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! For your safety before performing any maintenance on the saw turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. GENERAL RULES CLEANING 1. Use a slightly moist cloth to clean the surface of • Always clean the machine before performing any the power tool after every use.
xi. PROPER BLADE USE WET CUT BLADES DRY CUT BLADES DO’S DO’S • Inspect blades daily for cracks or uneven wear. • In addition to the following, always follow wet recommendations. • Always use appropriate blade for material being cut. •...
xii. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES QUICK-ADJUST RAIL RAIL C-CLAMPS (X2) CLAMPS (X2) Part Number VX5CC Part Number VX5FC RAIL CONNECTORS (X3) SAW RAIL CARRIAGE Part Number VX5RCON Part Number VX5CARR RAIL SUCTION CUPS (X2) Part Number VX5SC RAIL 5.5' Part Number VX5R5.5 RAIL 7.5' Part Number VX5R7.5 –...
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