Electric Motor Specifications; Do's And Dont's For Blades - Pearl VX RSPRO R Owner's/Operator's Manual

xvi. ELECTRICAL MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Horse Power 1-1/2 hp
Volts 115 V/ 60hz
Amps 15 amps
Motor RPM 3,450 rpm
Cycle 60
Phase 1
WARNING: To avoid
permanent motor damage you
must use the correct extension
cord. Never use more than one
extension cord at a time. Follow
the chart for proper size.
WIRE
LENGTH OF CORD
GAUGE
25'
No. 12
50'
No. 10
75'
No. 8
WET CUT BLADES
DO'S
• Inspect blades daily for cracks or uneven wear.
• Always use appropriate blade for material being cut.
• Inspect arbor shaft for uneven wear before mounting
blade.
• Always use blades with the correct arbor shaft size.
• Ensure that blade is mounted in the correct direction.
• Secure the blade to the arbor with a wrench.
• Use proper safety equipment when operating the saw.
• Periodically check the blade for cracks or bond fatigue.
• Always have a continuous flow of water on both sides of blade.
DONT'S
• Do not operate the saw without safety guards in position.
• Do not operate the saw with blades larger than 10".
• Do not cut dry with blades marked "Use Wet".
• Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended maximum RPM.
• Do not force blade into material let blade cut at its own speed.
Recommendations:
• It is recommended that a 20 amp circuit be used while operating this saw.
This will prevent possible power interruption or loss.
• Always plug saw as close as possible to the power source while operating.
This will allow you to receive optimum electricity.
xvii. DO'S AND DONT'S FOR BLADES
Electrical Wiring Diagram
DRY CUT BLADES
DO'S
• In addition to the following, always follow wet
recommendations.
• Use appropriate blade for material being cut.
• Inspect segment blades for segment cracking or loss.
• Do not use damaged blades.
• Use proper safety equipment when operating the saw.
DONT'S
• In addition to the following, always follow wet
recommendations.
• Do not make long cuts with dry blades--allow them to air cool.
• Do not use the edge or side of blade to cut or grind.
• Do not attempt to cut a radius or curve.
• Do not cut too deep or too fast into the material.
• Do not cut any material not recommended by blade
manufacturer.
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