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ICS 603GC Operator's Manual

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603GC
UTILITY GAS SAW
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
© 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
P/N 518538 Jul 06

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  • Page 1 603GC UTILITY GAS SAW OPERATOR’S MANUAL © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    603GC OPERATOR’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE SYMBOLS & LABELS SAFETY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SET-UP OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING REFERENCE P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.

  • Page 4: Symbols & Labels

    Read the operator’s manual carefully and understand the contents before you use this equipment. Always use: • Protective helmet • Ear protection • Protective glasses or full face protection Wear hand protection © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

  • Page 5: Safety

    DO NOT run the saw upside-down. Concrete debris can fly back into the operator’s face. • DO NOT cut ductile iron pipe with the saw. Segment loss or diamond chain breakage may occur. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 6 Set up a well-marked safety zone with a roped boundary and clear signs. • Provide adequate ventilation when working in an enclosed area. Breathing exhaust gases is dangerous. • To avoid electrocution, check for live electrical wiring near cutting area. © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 7 Note: The saw is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must always be run using a mixture of gasoline and ICS two-stroke engine oil (25:1). It’s important to accurately measure the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that correct mixture is obtained. When mixing small amounts of fuel, even small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture.

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    Noise Level 101dB at 3 ft (1m) Vibration Level 10.1 m/s (front handle) One tank, without cutting, cycling Engine Break-in Period throttle Champion CJY, Bosch BWSF, or Spark Plug NGK BPMRA © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

  • Page 9: Set-Up

    Place guide bar into studs and adjustment pin. STEP 6 Make sure all the drive links are inside the guide bar groove then lift the bar nose & tension the chain. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 10 The diamond chain should be snug but be able to be pulled around the guide bar by hand. Note 2: To prevent chain tensioner breakage, be sure the side cover nuts are tightened to approximately 20 ft-lbs (2Nm). © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

  • Page 11: Operation

    • Slowly open the fuel cap to release any pressure that may have built-up in the tank. • After adding fuel, tighten the fuel cap carefully and secure with a wrench. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.

  • Page 12: Personal Injury

    . Press decompression valve (D). 5. Open the water valve 1/ turn. 6. Place the 603GC Utility Saw on the ground making sure the chain is free of any obstructions. Figure 1: a-Trigger, b-trigger interlock, c-throttle lock .
  • Page 13 = 12”x12”x12” = 150 lbs. (30cm x 30cm x 30cm = 68kg). • Check for live electrical wiring near the cutting area or in the concrete to avoid electrocution. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 14 • When using a new diamond chain, you can increase the cutting speed by “opening up the diamonds”. Make a few cuts in an abrasive material such as a cinder block. © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 15 After cleaning the saw, spray the entire saw body, diamond chain, guide bar, and drive sprocket with lightweight oil. Using lightweight oil on the saw will minimize rust and help reduce slurry build up. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    AFTER 40 HOURS OF USE 1. Change the spark plug. Adjust the electrode to 0.020 inches (0.5mm). 2. Check the fuel filter located inside the fuel tank. Clean or replace if clogged © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 17 Assemble the starter pulley against the recoil spring so the end of the spring engages into the backside of the pulley. Install the retaining screw in the center of the pulley. Figure 3 P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 18 (Figure 5). Slowly release the starter cord to enable the pulley to fit between the pawls. • Insert and tighten the screws. Use blue Loctite #22. ® Figure 5 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 19 • Concrete debris in tensioner pocket. Figure 1 Tensioner Replacement Part Number: 505393 IMPORTANT The tensioner is intended to perform as a fuse in high load or sudden impact situations. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 20 (Figure 1) Use a 19mm wrench to turn the clutch clockwise and remove. • Slide the clutch cup/drive sprocket assembly off the shaft. Remove the needle bearing and inspect for wear or damage. Figure 1 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 21 If saw has been running satisfactorily and there is a gradual decrease in power and drop in RPM at full throttle, the filter may have become dirty or saturated with water. P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.
  • Page 22 Periodically clean the water ports inside the groove of the guide bar using a small diameter piece of wire. • The guide bar is solely a guide track for the diamond chain. Never use the guide bar to lift, twist or pry concrete material. © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    • DIFFICULT TO START – Possible fouled spark plug. Remove spark plug, clean with wire brush and re-gap. Further questions? Call 1-800-321-1240 visit our website at www.icsbestway.com P/N 518538 Jul 06 © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc.

  • Page 24: Reference

    1. Determine the depth of the cut in inches. For this example, 8 inches. 2. Determine the length of the cut in feet. 3++3+=20 feet 3. Multiply the two numbers 8 in x 20 ft = 160 in-ft © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...
  • Page 26 603GC OPERATOR’S MANUAL 4909 SE International Way Portland, OR 97222 Tel 800-321-1240 Fax 503-653-4393 www.icsbestway.com © 2006 ICS, Blount Inc. P/N 518538 Jul 06...

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