Stay-level handlebar series pavement saw (66 pages)
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SideWinder MODEL SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW Revision #0 (01/30/08) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Engine exhaust some its constituents, and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drillingandotherconstructionactivities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Leadfromlead-basedpaints. Crystallinesilicafrombricks. Cementandothermasonryproducts.
Flywheel Cover Assembly ........48-49 Flywheel Assembly ..........50-51 Ignition Assembly ..........52-53 Air Filter Assembly ..........54-55 Specifications and part NOTE numbers are subject to change without notice. PAGE 4 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
Keep fingers , hands , hair You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions. and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. PAGE 6 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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Rotating blade can cut and crush. Keep hands and feet clear. This concrete/asphalt saw , other NOTE property, or the surrounding environment could be damaged if you do not follow instructions. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 7...
■ Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel. ■ NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent. PAGE 8 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
■ ALWAYS use the correct blade for the type of work being done. Check with blade manufacturer if you do not know if blade is correct for desired application. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 9...
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■ NEVER allow blade exposure from the guard to be more than 180 degrees. ■ NEVER operate this saw without both hands on the handles. PAGE 10 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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Also know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance , doctor, and fire department . This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 11...
12. Engine ON/OFF Switch – ON position permits engine the pulley V-belt cover. NEVER operate the saw with this starting, OFF position stops engine operation. cover removed. PAGE 14 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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0.02 inch (0.5 mm). Clean spark plug saw blade rotation. This lever is to be used in conjunction once a month. with either the throttle lock or variable throttle levers. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 15...
The outer flange fits on top of the cutting blade. Figure 6. Inner and Outer Flanges (Placement) Figure 8. Securing the Cutting Blade PAGE 16 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
Filter Canister MUST be replaced with the Wet Air Filter Canister (See Air Filter Kit Assembly in Parts Section of this manual). Figure 11. Wet Air Filter Canister SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 17...
NEVER exceed the max RPM on the diamond blade. Exceeding the maximum RPM is dangerous and may cause poor performance and may damage the blade. PAGE 18 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
NOTE unleaded gasoline and smoke free 2-stroke starting, and for restarting a warm engine. motor oil. See Figure 13. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 19...
Cutting too fast will cause the blade to rise up out of the cut. Improper cutting rate can decrease the life of the engine and blades. PAGE 20 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
Install the new V-belt around both pulleys. It is essential that the drive V-belt is properly positioned around both the clutch and spindle pulleys. Figure 17. Drive V-Belt SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 21...
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Figure 118. Reversing the Cutting Arm Re-install the guard and V-belt covers . Fully tighten the two cap screws and reinstall the adjustment knob . Figure 19. Re-Installing Cover Guard PAGE 22 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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. This will take tension off the V-belt, and permit you to reverse the cutting arm . Figure 22 Belt Tensioning Cam SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 23...
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Figure 23. Reversing the Cutting Arm Re-attach the cover guard with the 2 cap screws and reconnect the guard adjustment knob Figure 24. Re-attaching Cover Guard PAGE 24 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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NOT air blast clean this element with compressed gas. The supplementary filter element should be replaced after three pre filter changes . Figure 28. Supplementary Filter SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 25...
HS018600056AR - Inner Filter WET FILTER * Replaces DRY Air Filter Canister When Using Water & Standard Water Kit (provided) HS099900778A [ Includes 1 ea.] SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 29...
A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold sale through Multiquip. separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will be clarified in the “Remarks” Column. PAGE 30 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
3 .... HS52010082 ..BREATHER ASSEMBLY 1 .... 00325 ....CASE, OIL 2-STROKE NON-SMOKE - 36 BOTTLES The contents of this parts NOTE catalog are subject to change without notice. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 31...
HOSE, WATER ............1 ..NOT SOLD SEPARATELY HS52010207 VALVE, SHUT-OFF Items 3-6 are included with the NOTE Water Kit Assembly and cannot be purchased separately. SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 63...
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TOOLS PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS HS4191240 TOOL KIT 00325 SMOKELESS 2-STROKE OIL..1 ..... CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED AS A CASE (QTY 36) SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08) — PAGE 65...
Side Winder For your 12" x .125" x 1" - 20mm Arbor Material to Cut 14" x .125" x 1" - 20mm Arbor Material to Cut PAGE 66 — SHS81A CUT-OFF SAW — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/30/08)
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The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Illustrations, descriptions, references and technical data contained in this manual are for guidance only and may not be considered as binding. Multiquip Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications, design or the information published in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations.
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