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K3600 MKII Operator ′ s manual Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special certification requirements for certain markets. WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or Always disconnect the machine from the carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal hydraulic hoses before inspection and/or injury to the operator or others.
CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols ............. CONTENTS Contents ..............WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the power cutter? ....... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Steps before using a new power cutter......Personal protective equipment ........Machine ′ s safety equipment ........Checking, maintaining and servicing the machine ′...
WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the power cutter? 1 Diamond blade 16 Drive wheel 2 Blade guard/spray guard 17 Switch lock and ON/OFF valve for the water 3 Hydraulic motor 18 Cover screws 4 Locking button for the drive wheel 19 Locking nuts for the support rollers 5 Grease nipples 20 Adjuster screws...
Check the cutting blades mounting, see the chapter ”Assembly”. • Use leg-guards recommended for the material to be cut. Let your Partner dealer check the power cutter and make • Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole essential adjustments and repairs.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Checking the switch lock When you release your grip on the handle this resets both the switch and the switch lock. This takes place via two Check that the switch is locked when the switch lock is in its independent return spring systems.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk • Keep at a safe distance from the cutting equipment when alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect it is rotating. your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination. •...
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Cutting depth K3600 MKII can cut up to a depth of 260 mm (10 inches). Making a guide cut of 50-70 mm (2-3 inches) first, gives you better control of the machine. This means the water disc can penetrate into the workpiece and help control the machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS How to avoid kickback Pinching/rotation If the cut is pressed together this can lead to jamming. The machine can be pulled down suddenly with a very powerful WARNING! Kickback can happen very jerk. suddenly and violently; kicking the power cutter and cutting blade back at the user.
We offers a number of blades for different materials in its range. Check with your PARTNER dealer to see which blades This allows a total cutting depth of 260 mm (10 inches) with a are best suited for your usage.
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SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS • Loosen the knob to offload the springs. • Fit the support roller guard and ensure that the flanges on the guide rollers still enter the blade’s grooves correctly. Now tighten the three screws fully. • Pull out the lock for the front handle and move the handle to the service position.
SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS Water hose CAUTION! The machine should be upright. If the machine lies on its side the weight of the blade makes it difficult to make a correct adjustment. Connect the water hose to the water supply. The water flow is activated by opening the check valve.
STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping WARNING! Note the following before starting: Make sure you are standing properly and that the blade can not come into contact with anything. Keep people and animals well away from the working area. Check that the power source (the hydraulic unit) supplies the correct oil flow and oil pressure.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance • The guide roller can now be pulled out of the chassis WARNING! Inspection and/or maintenance should be carried out with the hydraulic hoses disconnected. Assembling the complete guide Dismantling the complete guide roller roller • Screw the knob until it bottoms, and then loosen the knob 2 turns.
MAINTENANCE Drive wheel • Replace the guide rollers when half of the flange on the rollers is worn. 1 Lock the axle using the locking button. See the A) New instructions under the heading What is what?. B) Worn 2 Loosen the centre screw and remove the washer. •...
A shattered blade can cause serious personal injuries to the user or other persons. For this reason PARTNER does not approve ring cutting blades that have been reconstructed. In some cases an individual segment may be reconstructed.
Check that the controls work. Blade Check the condition of the blade guard. Check the water disc. Blades conforming to EN13236 Partner K3600 MKII only conforms to 98/37/EC and EN13236 together with the blades listed below: Type Diameter, mm Partner-Dimas PXR XXD ELR XXD (5,6 / .220)
TROUBLE SHOOTING Mechanics Symptom Probable cause The blade does not rotate. Roller knobs not tightened fully. The blade not fitted on guide rollers correctly. Rollers tensioned too much. Possible faulty hose connection to the hydraulic system. Possible faulty hose connection to the drive source or other hydraulic problem. The blade rotates too slowly.
Partner Industrial Products, SE-433 81 Partille, Sweden, tel: +46-31-949000, declares under sole responsibility that the power cutter Partner K3600 from 2002’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES: of June 22, 1998 ”relating to machinery”...