Summary of Contents for Original Saw Company 3700 Series
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Original Saw Company 465 Third Ave SE Britt, IA 50423 USA PH 641-843-3868 800-733-4063 customerservice@originalsaw.com www.originalsaw.com This book contains: Parts Breakdowns • Some items sown in photo are optional equipment Models 3710M, 3710S 3715M, 3715S, 3720M, 3720S 3725M, 3725S REVISION 21-09.2021...
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Industrial Use Warranty Information Your Original Saw is precision manufactured under strict quality standards. In the un- likely event there is trouble with your machine, Original Saw warrants the machine for the period of one year from the date of purchase. The warranty covers defects in ma- terials and workmanship.
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Original Saw Company 465 Third Ave SE Britt, IA 50423 USA PH 641-843-3868 800-733-4063 customerservice@originalsaw.com www.originalsaw.com This book contains: Safety Instructions Installation Operation Maintenance Conformance Some items sown in photo are op onal equipment 3 7 0 0...
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE! Thank you for purchasing a 3700 Series Cross Cut Saw from Original Saw. One of the best American made cross cut saws on the market today. With this saw you will be able to crosscut material under an impact resistant polycarbonate guard assembly.
POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION OF POWER TOOLS KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards of the tool. GROUND ALL TOOLS. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE. Keep guards in working order. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
SYMBOLS / DECALS Denotes risk of injury, loss of life, or Denotes hearing and eye damage to the tool in case of not observing the instructions in this protection required. manual. Denotes guards required to be in Denotes risk of electrical shock. place.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Industrial Use Warranty Information Your new OSC Technologies Saw is precision manufactured under strict quality standards. In the unlikely event there is trouble with your machine, OSC Technologies warrants the machine for the period of one year from the date of purchase. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.
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Manual Components and Controls “M” SAW COMPONENTS A.) Blade and motor cover. B.) Cutting area cover. C.) Door (access to control electronics). D.) Dust Port 4” E.) right side access door F.) left side access door (not shown) G.) mounting feet (4 in total) CONTROL LOCATIONS H.) Pull handle.
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Semi Automatic Components and Controls “S” Opera on of Semi Automa c models : The page shows the controls that are specific to the models with a “M” suffix at the end of the model number. Pressing the forward feed bu on with the arbor motor off will start a “jog” feature that will allow the blade (non running) to be moved into the cu ng area for inspec on.
COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS Laser blade location indicator line. This indica- tor will show where the blade will pass through the material as it is being cut. Note some blades will be wider or narrower than the line indicator so be aware if you are lining up with a mark on the material.
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Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before opening the saw front cover. Connecting Power : Your new 3700 Series cross cut saw utilizes a variable frequency drive (VFD). This VFD will ramp up the arbor motor over 10 –15 seconds depending on the model.
SAW ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION UNPACKING YOUR 3700 SERIES SAW Your 3700 series saw system has been completely assembled, tested, and then partially disassembled. The shipment of your saw contains the following items: The 3700 Series Saw. 14, 16, or 20 inch saw blade.
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SAW ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION FLOOR MOUNTING DIMENSIONS Your saw may be mounted to the floor using 1/2” diameter hardware appropriate for the floor surface and located according to the diagram below. All dimensions are center-to-center. Page 18 REVISION: 21‐09.2021...
BLADE MOUNTING Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before mounting the blade. Use only correctly sharpened saw blades manufactured in accordance with requirements of EN 847-1: 1997. Only use blades that are rated at the specified RPM listed in the product specifications section of this manual or on the machine name plate.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS RECOMMENDED COPPER WIRE SIZES (A.W.G) To obtain maximum efficiency from your saw motor, the wire from the power source to the machine should comply with the table below. RECOMMENDED COPPER WIRE SIZES (A.W.G) MOTOR 208-230 V 208-230 V 380 V 460 V 575-600 V...
Dual voltage motors can be operated on either of the two voltages indicated on the motor nameplate. However the controls for your 3700 Series machine are voltage specific and cannot be field modified, the controls or the VFD will have to be changed out. The voltage setting from the factory can be found on the label attached to the subplate in the electrical controls area.
ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. Your saw has been completely assembled, aligned and tested at the factory, then partially disassembled for shipment. Handling during shipment may cause some misalignment and the following information will enable you to correct any cutting inaccuracy you may discover.
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ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. ADJUSTING SAW BLADE (cont.) B.) SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE TABLE TOP. Pull the saw blade to the middle of the table. Place a steel square against the side of the blade.
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ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. ADJUSTING SAW BLADE (cont.) C.) SQUARING THE SAW BLADE TO THE FENCE. (Toe Adjustment) Pull the saw blade so it is centered on the fence. Place one edge of a steel square against the fence and the other edge against the saw blade.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Always observe the safety instructions and applicable regulations. Lockout/tagout procedures to be adopted at all times. PARAMETERS FOR PROPER OPERATION Ensure the material to be cut is firmly secured in place. Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool. ...
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ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before making any adjustments or alignments. ADJUSTING LASER LINE Disconnect power using proper lockout/tagout procedures. The laser is on the outside of the cutting area under the front hinged door/control panel. 1.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE OSC Technologies 3700 Series cross-cut saws are designed to provide precision cutting with a minimal amount of maintenance. The frequency of the maintenance depends on the amount of use and the desired cutting quality. Caution! Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before performing maintenance.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FOR ACCURATE CUTTING: The following guide is provided for your convenience. A saw that is not properly adjusted will not yield the desired accuracy and quality of cut. It should be noted that any adjustment made will effect another, therefore it is best to perform all of the adjustments when correcting any one problem.
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TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL GUIDE Caution! High voltages are dangerous. Always follow the appropriate lockout/tagout procedures to disconnect the power supply before inspecting or repairing motor or controls. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Saw motor will Power line not correctly Correct power wiring. See wiring diagram inside magnetic neither start connected.
Service Record ______________________ __________________ Serial Number Date Purchased Date Service Performed Page 33 REVISION: 21‐09.2021...
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Industrial Use Warranty Information Your Original Saw is precision manufactured under strict quality standards. In the un- likely event there is trouble with your machine, Original Saw warrants the machine for the period of one year from the date of purchase. The warranty covers defects in ma- terials and workmanship.
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