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5.1
REFER TO Fig 3.
5.1.1.
Remove the electrical cable from its storage bay underneath the cutter.
NOTE: Ensure that the mains plug is the correct one for the voltage supply in use.
5.1.2.
Check that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position prior to connecting the electrical
plug to the mains supply.
5.2
REFER TO Fig 4.
WARNING! Prior to cutting a tile, ensure that the tile is placed glazed side up, so as not to chip
the glaze.
5.2.1.
Open the right-hand cutting table.
5.2.2.
Fill the reservoir with water to the recommended level.
NOTE: The reservoir has a side overflow slot to ensure that the correct water level is
maintained.
5.3
REFER TO Fig 5.
5.3.1.
STRAIGHT CUTTING. Position the tile guide for the cut required. Ensure that it is
parallel to the blade by checking the measurement on each guide ruler.
5.3.2.
Adjust the blade guard until it is just above the tile surface.
5.3.3.
Place the tile flush against the tile guide.
5.3.4.
Push the tile forward towards the blade.
5.3.5.
Always let the blade cut at its own speed. Do not force the material through the cutting
action.
p WARNING! DO NOT attempt to pick up an off-cut before the blade has completely stopped.
5.4
REFER TO Fig 6.
5.4.1.
MITRE CUTTING. Adjust the right-hand cutting table to the required angle ie 15°, 30°
or 45°
5.4.2.
Locate the mitre support stand into the appropriate grooves at the side of the cutter, to
hold the cutting table at the chosen angle.
5.4.3.
Place the tile face down on to the right-hand angled cutting table. Ensure that the edge
of the tile rests in the groove that is in line with the blade.
5.4.4.
ANGLE CUTTING. Use the angle cutting guide to cut tiles at 45°.
5.4.5.
The tile guide can be placed on either side of the blade.
5.4.6.
Hold the angle-cutting guide against the tile guide with the arrow facing towards the
blade and place the corner of the tile to be cut into the corner of the guide.
5.4.7
Move the angle guide and the tile towards the blade.
6. CHANGING THE BLADE
6.1
CHANGING THE BLADE
6.1.1.
Remove the water from the reservoir and ensure that the work table is not at an angle.
6.1.2.
Raise the right-hand cutting table and and retain it in the upright position with the mitre
support stand.
6.1.3.
Undo the wing nut holding the cutting blade in place.
6.1.4.
Remove the outer blade washer and the blade.
NOTE: When fitting the new blade it is very important to ensure that the rotation arrows are in
the counterclockwise position, facing you.
6.1.5.
Locate the new cutting blade on the drive shaft and place the outer washer on the
shaft.
6.1.6.
Secure both the blade and the washer in place with the wing nut.
6.1.7.
Replace the blade guard, and refill the water reservoir to the required level.
7. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
p WARNING! DO NOT clean or maintain the cutter without first turning off the drive motor and
unplugging the cutter from the mains supply.
7.1.1.
Always clean the cutter after use. Wipe all exterior surfaces and keep the cutting tables
free of debris.
7.1.2.
After each cut, check the blade for cracks or damage.
NOTE: The geared drive motor is protected by an integral thermal cut-out switch. In the event
of this switch being activated, disconnect the power and leave the cutter to cool down.
Before reconnecting the cutter to the mains, check that the blade drive is free to run.
7.1.3.
Clean the reservoir thoroughly after use.
7.1.4.
Always store the electrical cable in the stowage provided after use.
DO NOT overfill the water reservoir, or allow it to run dry.
7.1.5.
7.1.6.
Always store the tile cutter in a dry environment.
DO NOT attempt to service or maintain the internal part of the motor, as this will
7.1.7.
invalidate the guarantee.
Fig. 3
TC100 - (2) - 040106
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