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C35 Series 11/2013 SELF PRoPELLED SaW SERiES OPERATOR’S MANUAL C35 VANGUARD GASOLINE SERIES Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions before using this equipment. This manual MuSt accompany the equipment at all times. Revision: 101 11/2013 www.nortonconstructionproducts.com Manual Part# 168497-OM...
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Congratulations on your purchase of a C35 Self Propelled Flat Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased with your purchase. Norton Clipper takes pride in producing the finest construction power tools and diamond blades in the industry.
This Operation and Parts Manual has been developed to provide complete instructions for the safe and efficient operation of the Norton Clipper Self Propelled Flat Saw. Before using this machine, ensure that the person operating the machine has read and understands all instructions in this manual.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW SaFEtY SaFEtY WaRninGS SiLiCa DuSt WaRninG Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or illness, such as respiratory dis- ease, cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular process and/or material being cut or the composition of the tool being used, review the material safety data sheet and/or consult your employer, the material manufacturer/supplier, gov- ernmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources on hazardous materials and make...
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This equipment is for industrial use only. The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the Norton Clipper Self Propelled Flat Saw.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW SaFEtY • CAUTION must be observed while servicing the machine. Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted. Have all service performed by competent service personnel. • Operate this machine only in well ventilated areas. aLWaYS ensure that the machine is on level ground before using.
SaFEtY oPERation & SaFEtY DECaLS The Norton Clipper Self Propelled Flat Saw is equipped with a number of safety decals (Figure 1) provided for operator safety and maintenance information. Should any of these decals become un- readable, replacements can be obtained by calling (254) 918-2310.
Decal B, C, D Decal E Decal a Decal G, H Decal F Decal J Fig. 2 norton Clipper Self Propelled Flat Saw Safety Decal Locations Decal Location Description Machine Front Caution Keep Hands and Feet Clear Top of Belt Guard...
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW SaFEtY ConSoLE ContRoL DESCRiPtionS Fig. 4 norton Clipper Self Propelled Flat Saw Console Control Descriptions object name Function Fuel Tank Fill Fill the fuel tank at this location. Choke Use when cold starting. Engine Throttle Controls engine speed.
PRoDuCt SPECiFiCationS SaW FEatuRES The Norton Clipper C35 Self Propelled Flat Saw has been engineered for operator convenience, improved accessibility for maintenance and better control during operations. The Norton Clipper C35 Self Propelled Flat Saw has been designed for both front and rear pivoting and has easily removable rear and side panels to provide easy accessibility for maintenance.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW inSPECtion & StaRt-uP PRE-oPERation CHECKLiSt WaRninG Before leaving our factory, every machine is thoroughly tested. Follow instructions strictly and your machine will give you long service in normal operating conditions. Before starting up the machine, make sure you read this entire Operation Manual and are familiar with the operation of the machine.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation notiCE Before mounting the blade, machine should be turned “OFF”. Clean the blade collars and stub shaft. BLaDE MountinG inStRuCtionS 1. Remove Blade Guard. A. Unscrew the hose fitting to disconnect hose (Figure 5). B. Hold the Blade Guard by the handle (Figure 6). Release the inner latch. C.
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SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation BLaDE MountinG inStRuCtionS ContinuED 6. Tighten the arbor bolt (Figure 11). 7. Install the blade guard in place. Make sure that the guard locks in place and connect the hose (Figure 12). Fig. 12 install Blade Guard Fig.
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SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation StaRtinG EnGinE notiCE Read the engine instructions manual before starting. WaRninG Be sure blade is unobstructed and not resting on ground. WaRninG Be sure hands and feet are clear of blade. Check engine oil. Add oil if low. Check fuel level.
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SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation SaW GuiDE aLiGnMEnt anD aDJuStMEnt WaRninG This operation is performed with the engine “OFF”! The front and rear pointers are set in line at the factory. However, the pointers should be checked for proper alignment with the blade after every use. The following are the procedures for aligning the pointers with the blade, with the engine shut off.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation MANEUVERING THE SAW WaRninG The blade is spinning whenever the saw is running. Raise the blade as high as possible when ma- neuvering so that the blade will not strike the pavement. DRY CuttinG Dry cutting blades have been specially designed for use with concrete saws. Ensure that the blade you are using is clearly marked for dry cutting.
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SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW oPERation ENGAGING THE DRIVE UNIT This saw is driven by a hydrostatic transmission. To engage the transmission, PuLL the Engagement Handle up and turn to either direction to lock (Figure 14). To disengage the transmission, twist the Engagement Handle and PuSH down. notiCE Do not engage the transmission unless FNR Lever (Figure 14) is in nEutRaL.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW MaintEnanCE EnGinE The operation and life of the engine depends on proper maintenance. Do not start engine until en- gine pre-check is complete. The engine pre-check consists of checking the oil, fuel level, air filter and greasing the wheel, axle, drive unit and arbor bearings.
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW MaintEnanCE tRouBLESHootinG When trouble occurs, be sure to check the simple causes which, at first, may seem too obvious to be considered. Refer to the table below for problems and their possible causes. Cause Loose Water in Dirty Loose Cooling...
SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW StEP CuttinG StEP CuttinG 1. Follow general instructions outlined in the section Operating the Saw pages 18 to 19. 2. When deep sawing (more than 4”) or concrete with hard aggregate, sawing to full depth in several cuts should be made in incremental steps of 1-1/2 to 2 inches until the desired depth of cut is reached.
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SELF PRoPELLED FLat SaW ContaCt anD LiMitED WaRRantY ContaCt Please contact Saint-Gobain Abrasives, Inc. Customer Service Department with any questions you might have regarding distributors, parts or service. Telephone: (254) 918-2310 Fax: (254) 918-2312 Customer Service Hours: Monday through Friday, 6aM-6PM CSt Saint-Gobain abrasives, inc.
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Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead based paints, • Crystalline silica from bricks and cemetn and other masonry products, and •...
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