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536-E
OPERATOR MANUAL
WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY WARNINGS
AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in fire, serious injury, or death.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
© 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794

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  • Page 1 AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in fire, serious injury, or death. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    536-E OPERATOR MANUAL INTRODUCTION The 536-E power cutter is designed to cut concrete, stone, and masonry when used with the appropriate genuine ICS Diamond Chain. Ductile iron pipe may also be cut but ONLY if using PowerGrit® Pipe Cutting Chain. This is a professional tool and is solely intended for use by trained and experienced operators.
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  • Page 4: Symbols And Labels

    Wear appropriate closed-toe boots Wear hand protection when Wear long pants when when operating the power cutter operating the power cutter, and operating the power cutter. handling the chain and guidebar. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 5 = Gallons Per Minute psi = Pounds per Square Inch of Pressure bar = Metric unit of pressure approximating one atmosphere IP66 = Ingress Protection classification per Standard EN 60529 © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 6 YY = Year of Manufacture (ie. 18) SERIAL NUMBER MM = Month of Manufacture (ie. 07) AAAAA = Number within production batch XXX YY MM AAAAA in sequential order beginning with 00001 © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 7: Safety

    Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. IMPORTANT Indicates a potential situation exists which, if not avoided, may result in damage to your power cutter or property. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 8: General Power Tool Safety Warnings

    Remove or control slurry produced by the power cutter to prevent slippery conditions while cutting. This reduces the risk of slipping and falling which may result in personal injury. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 9 Test GFCI/RCD before each use. See label on GFCI/RCD for test procedure * Item above: “Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.” is applicable to power tools in general; however, the ICS 536-E power cutter has been specifically designed for operation during exposure to rain or wet conditions.
  • Page 10 (20psi/1.5 bar) to minimize dust generation. l. Cut concrete can be abrasive and sharp Wear protective gloves. m. Concrete can be caustic Wear gloves and other appropriate personal protection equipment. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 11 Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations. i. Use only manufacturer approved guidebar and diamond chain. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 12 DO NOT operate the power cutter with damaged, modified or missing components shown below. i. Side cover/chain catcher ii. Mud flap iii. Rear hand guard iv. Front hand guard v. Trigger interlock © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 13 NEVER operate the ICS power cutter with a saw chain or guidebar designed to cut wood. Using wood cutting saw chain on the ICS power cutter could result in severe injuries to operator and bystanders! Use ONLY the cutting attachments specified in this manual on this power cutter.
  • Page 14: Safety

    DO NOT operate the ICS power cutter with a saw chain or saw bar designed to cut wood. Using wood cutting saw chain on the ICS power cutter could result in severe injuries to the operator or a bystander! Use ONLY the cutting attachments specified in this manual on this power cutter.
  • Page 15 Parts with damage or excessive wear should not be used or repaired, they should be replaced. Use only Genuine ICS replacement parts. Use of aftermarket parts may result in injury or damage to the power cutter. DO NOT insert the guidebar into a slot narrower than the width of the chain.
  • Page 16: Product Identification

    Bar clamp Mud flap guard plate Side cover Water shut-off valve Water hose Power cord Note: plug shown for reference only, Plug will vary by country to run on appropriate power source. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 17 Product Identification 536-E OPERATOR MANUAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Trigger Guidebar Baffle Drain Chain catcher Bar Clamp Bolts Chain tensioner Side cover nuts Trigger lock-out © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 18: Ics 536-E Names And Terms

    A mechanism that controls motor operation. WallWalker® A device used as a fulcrum to provide mechanical advantage during cutting. Water shut-off valve A mechanism that controls water delivery and flow to the guidebar and chain. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 19: Unpacking And Assembly

    Check tension frequently and adjust if drive links of chain hang 3/4 in (18 mm) or more below the guidebar groove. CAUTION Always wear gloves when handling the bar and chain. These components can develop sharp edges and cause cuts. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 20 Turn the chain tensioning screw counterclockwise until the pin is back towards the drive sprocket and comes to a stop. Stop when the pin touches the end of the chain tensioning slot. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 21 Install bar clamp bolts so bar clamp plate is loosely held in place. STEP 5 Install the chain around the drive sprocket, insert into top bar groove and then around the nose sprocket. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 22 Lift up on the nose of the bar and tension the chain. Do not over tension the diamond chain. Loss of power will result. CORRECT CHAIN TENSION CHAIN TOO TIGHT CHAIN TOO LOOSE © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 23 20 - 25 ft-lbs (27 -33 Nm). STEP 9 Install side cover, firmly tighten side cover nuts using the 13 mm end of scrench. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 24 When a chain stretches to a point where the drive links are hanging approximately 1/2 in (12 mm) to 3/4 in (18 mm) below the guidebar groove, it is time to tension the chain. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 25 Inadequate water can result in increased potential for harmful airborne particulates. ICS® power cutters require a continuous water supply to the guidebar and chain for the key purposes of cooling, lubrication and dust suppression. The potential for airborne particulates depends on many factors including, but not limited to, the material being cut, application and cutting environment.
  • Page 26: Operation

    Assure all safety devices are properly mounted and functional and that all controls are in proper working order • Adequate water supply and pressure Minimum flow: 2 gpm (8 lpm) Minimum water pressure: 20 psi (1.4 bar) © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 27 If GFCI/RCD trip occurs, stop using tool immediately, disconnect from power source, evaluate and remedy power source. If integrity of power source is verified and GFCI/RCD trips persist, contact an authorized ICS Service Center. • Assure proper chain tension: The chain should be easily pulled around the guidebar by hand.
  • Page 28 (such as rebar), and may start a fire in combustible materials such as dry grass, wood and fuel. Be sure to use adequate water pressure and have fire fighting equipment readily available. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 29 Cutting debris can be directed back towards the operator. Take special precautions when cutting in horizontal orientation. Be aware that debris may be ejected differently than when cutting in a vertical position. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 30 7. Plan your cuts so that the cut sections are of manageable size and weight. NOTE: When cutting with the 536-E and another narrower kerf tool. always cut with the 536-E power cutter first to avoid pinching. Never place the guidebar and chain in a narrower cut, rapid pushback or kickback may occur.
  • Page 31 3. Insert WallWalker® rotate rear handle up, to rotate the nose down 4. Rotate rear handle down, to rotate the nose up. 5. Reengage WallWalker® and repeat Steps 3 and 4 © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 32 When using a new chain, you can increase the initial cutting speed by “opening up the diamonds”. This can be accomplished by first making a few cuts in an abrasive material such as a cinder block or brick. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 33 536-E OPERATOR MANUAL Operation PIPE CUTTING USING POWERGRIT® PIPE CUTTING CHAIN To assure the best performance from your ICS® power cutter when cutting ductile iron pipe or similar pipe materials, follow all safety precautions and recommended cutting techniques. WARNING Never attempt to cut ductile iron pipe or similar pipe materials with the power cutter unless using PowerGrit®...
  • Page 34 • Inspect the sprocket for wear. • Inspect drive shaft for wear. Shaft sling labyrinth Drive Sprocket Spline Adaptor IMPORTANT Snap Ring Needs Unusable replacing Flanged side facing out © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Reinstall guidebar, diamond chain, bar clamp plate and side cover. • Assure diamond chain and guidebar are in good, useable condition. Worn or damaged guidebar and chain can damage the new drive sprocket. Snap Ring Drive Sprocket Drive Shaft © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 36 The chain tensioner can become clogged with concrete slurry during cutting. • After each use thoroughly flush the chain tensioner with water and apply a liberal amount of waterproof grease covering the chain tensioner screw. Chain Tensioner © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 37 ICS FORCE3 chain 12 in/30 cm, 58 Drive Links 584292 ICS FORCE3 chain 14 in/35 cm, 64 Drive Links 584289 ICS FORCE3 Brick Chain, 10 in/25 cm, 50 Drive Links 584297 ICS FORCE3 Brick chain 12 in/30 cm, 58 Drive Links 584299...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Do not cut in a slot narrower than the chain including diamond chain segments. pre-existing cracks. Using chain that is already stretched Replace chain. beyond ability to tension. Contact with exposed rebar or steel. Replace chain. © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time). © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...
  • Page 40 536-E OPERATOR MANUAL ICS, Oregon Tool, Inc. 4909 SE International Way Portland, OR 97222, USA Tel 800.321.1240 icsdiamondtools.com © 2021 ICS®, Oregon Tool Inc. REV12232021 P/N 610794...

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