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BT 10501 BSAWH Manual

Petrol bricksaw 14” or 16”
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10501
BT Petrol Bricksaw
14" or 16"
02/2024

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  • Page 1 10501 BT Petrol Bricksaw 14” or 16” 02/2024...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction 1.1. Welcome 1.2. General Safety 1.3. About the BT Bricksaw Lifting Operation and Control 3.1. Set up 3.2. Start-up sequence 3.3. Cutting techniques Maintenance 4.1. Cleaning 4.2. Blade change 4.3. Belt change and tension 4.4. Carriage wheel replacement 4.5.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Congratulations on the purchase of our next generation BT Engineering Bricksaw. This updated model is designed to fit either a 14” or 16” diamond cutting blade. BT Engineering has spent the last 50 years working with brickies to develop a product that will work as hard, and as long as you do.

  • Page 4: About The Bt Bricksaw

    About the BT Bricksaw The BT Bricksaw can now be used with either a 14” or 16” blade. It has been designed to cut through bricks from one direction, there is no need to turn the brick over to complete the cut. This heavy- duty saw is built to last, serving those who know what is needed to get the job done right.
  • Page 5 Blade Guard Water button Motor Belt Guard Lockdown nut Spring – Brick saw Blade Blade guard wing nut Mitre guide Carriage Pedal Base Stand...

  • Page 6: Lifting

    Lifting The BT petrol bricksaw is a heavy-duty unit weighing 90kgs. Prior to moving the saw either on site or loading or unloading from transport you must check the following: 1. Both the ignition switch and fuel lever are in the Off position.

  • Page 7: Operation And Control

    Operation and Control Set up Making sure the saw is set up correctly is crucial for the operator’s safety, those around the saw and the saw itself. The following steps must be taken prior to any prior to cutting. 1. The saw is on a flat and even surface. 2.
  • Page 8 9. Check all guards are fastened securely in place. 10. Always use a BT carriage; check that it is running along the tracks smoothly. 11. A hose is connected to the water tap.

  • Page 9: Start-Up Sequence

    Start-up sequence 1. Ensure material and carriage is away from the blade. 2. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position. 3. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the closed position. If the engine is warm, leave the choke in the OPEN position.
  • Page 10 6. Pull the start grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow. 7. If the choke lever was moved to the CLOSED position to start the engine, gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up. 8.

  • Page 11: Cutting Techniques

    Cutting and Techniques When cutting Remember to keep hands and fingers at least 50mm (2”) away from the blade. DO NOT: 1. Hold a brick or block you are cutting with your hand across the front of the blade. 2. Ever put your fingers inside the holes or slots of an extruded brick or block. 3.
  • Page 12 7. Leaving the blade in its raised position, push the brick towards the blade. 8. Once the back 1 inch or so of the brick is under blade; lower the blade to start the cut. 9. As the blade starts to break through the bottom of the brick raise the blade. 10.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maintenance It is critical for the health and safety of the operator and those around them that the saw is correctly maintained. Before conducting any maintenance, make sure the engine is off and cool with both the engine switch and fuel valve lever in the off and closed position. To prevent accidental startup, disconnect the spark plug cap.

  • Page 14: Blade Change

    Blade change 1. Using the lock down nut, lock arm in the lifted position. 2. Loosen wing nut on the right-hand side of the blade cover. 3. Lift the blade cover to expose the blade. 4. Undo and remove the blade nut. Note: This is a left-hand threaded nut.
  • Page 15 5. Remove the outer blade collar. Do not remove the inner blade collar. 6. Remove the old blade. 7. Install new blade. Checking the direction of rotation of the blade matches the direction rotation of the saw. 8. Slide on outer blade collar checking that the shaft counter bore is closest to the blade. RIGHT WRONG 9.

  • Page 16: Belt Change And Tension

    Belt replacement and tensioning 1. Unscrew the nuts on the outside of the belt guard. 2. Remove the belt guard. This will expose the two V-belts and pulleys. 3. Loosen the four (4) motor mount bolts. Two at the front and two at the back.
  • Page 17 4. Loosen the two (2) motor tension nuts. The motor will side forward reducing the belt tension allowing you to remove the belts. 5. Remove the old belts. 6. Brush off any built up of dirt using a stiff bristle brush (a clean masonry brush) 7.

  • Page 18: Carriage Wheel Replacement

    Carriage wheel replacement 1. Turn carriage over to expose the wheels. 2. Using a spanner and socket undo each bolt. Note: Record the number and position of the packing washers between the carriage body and the wheel. 3. Replace old bolt with new. The head of the bolt is to be on the outside. 4.

  • Page 19: Check Vertical Blade Alignment

    Check vertical blade alignment 1. Remove the carriage from the base. 2. Using the lock down nut, lock arm in the raised position. 3. Loosen wing nut on the right-hand side of the blade cover. 4. Lift the blade cover to expose the blade. 5.

  • Page 20: Correcting Vertical Blade Alignment

    Correcting vertical blade alignment 1. Remove the pivot bearing nuts: If the bottom of the blade is proud remove the right-hand side nuts. If the top of the blade is proud remove the left-hand side nuts. 2. Place a washer between the motor mount and the pivot bearing. Washers 3.

  • Page 21: Check Horizontal Blade Alignment

    Check horizontal blade alignment 1. Remove the carriage from the base. 2. Using the lock down nut, lock arm in the lowered position. 3. Loosen wing nut on the right-hand side of the blade cover. 4. Lift the blade cover to expose the blade. 5.

  • Page 22: Correcting Horizontal Blade Alignment

    Correcting horizontal blade alignment 1. Loosen wing nut on the right-hand side of the blade cover. 2. Lift the blade cover to expose the blade. 3. Remove the belt guard. 4. Loosen all pivot bearing bolts. 5. Using soft hammer gently tap the blade shaft until the measurement between the straight edge and the outer edge of the base is the same at the front and the back.

  • Page 23: Spare Parts List

    Spare Parts The use of genuine BT spares is recommended to ensure the integrity of the parts and the life of the saw. Part Description Part number Standard Qty per saw Mitre Guide BSAWMI Bricksaw Motor BSMOTHONDA Bricksaw Carriage – Petrol BSAWC-P Carriage Wheel –Set...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting Issue Cause Solution • Flooded engine. • Drain the sediment cup. Petrol engine will not • Low fuel or oil. • Check both fuel and oil levels. start • Spark plug fouled. • Remove spark plug clean or replace if required. •...

  • Page 25: Conditions Of Warranty

    To make a warranty query or claim, please contact your retailer and provide your proof of purchase and serial number. The Consumer will pay for freight costs and delivery charges if the BT Bricksaw needs to be returned to BT Engineering or Retailer for repair or replacement.

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