PIPE SAW 200SP SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thank you for choosing the PIPE SAW 200SP. ● This manual should be handed over to the end user. ● The content of this manual must be thoroughly read and understood securely before operating. ● Please save this manual for immediate reference when required. ● Use the machine for the intended application only. This machine is designed to cut existing pipes and angles of steel, stainless steel, PVC, etc. ● Check the following as soon the machine is delivered: ・ Is the specification same as the ordered product? ・ Is there any damage or deformation caused during delivery transit? ・ Is there any shortage of accessories? If any dissatisfaction is found, please contact with the store you have purchased or our sales department. (The contents of instruction manual will be changed without notice for quality improvement.) DEFINITIONS OF THE DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION SYMBOLS In this manual and on the machine, the safety instruction levels are classified into as following three levels. Denotes that incorrect handling would cause immediate death or injury to DANGER the user and others.
PIPE SAW 200SP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ● To prevent accidents such as fire, electrical shock and injury, always follow the "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" described below. ● Before using the machine, read all "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" to use it correctly according to the instructions. ● After reading the instructions, save this manual so that you can read it when necessary. WARNING ◆ Operate the machine on the correct voltage. Always use the machine at the rated voltage indicated in the machine plate or instruction manual. Otherwise, the machine will overheat, emit smoke or catch fire. ◆ Make sure that the switch is OFF before plugging the machine in.
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PIPE SAW 200SP WARNING ◆ Switch off and unplug the machine in the following cases. ・ When not in use or when servicing, cleaning, checking or replacing parts. ・ When replacing accessories such as saw blade. ・ When hazard is predictable (including a power failure).
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PIPE SAW 200SP WARNING ◆ Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense while working. Carelessness will lead to accident or injury. Do not operate the machine when you cannot concentrate on your work, e.g. when you are tired or while under the influence of alcohol, medication or drugs. Otherwise, accident or injury may occur. ◆ Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the machine by the cord or yank it from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, grease, knives and sharp edges. Wire the cord with care. Do not run the cord where it may be stamped, caught or damaged by anything. Otherwise, you may get electrical shock or the cord may be shorted to cause a fire. ◆ Maintain the machine with care. Keep the saw blade sharp and clean for better and safer performance. If the saw blade used is worn, damaged or improper for an intended purpose, the motor and machine will be overloaded. This may cause the machine to generate heat, emit smoke or cause fire, or you may get injured. Follow instructions for replacing accessories. Inspect the power cord and plug before use. If damaged, have them repaired by our sales representative. Otherwise you may get electrical shock or the machine may be shorted to cause fire. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease, which may lead to injury. ◆ Check damaged parts.
PIPE SAW 200SP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ● In addition to the general instruction given above, follow the precautions given below before operating the PIPE SAW 200SP. DANGER ◆ Do not cut a pipe which contains live gas or residual gas. Sparks or cutting heat from the motor can cause ignition or explosion. ◆ Do not operate the machine near hazardous materials such as flammable gasoline, gas and thinner. They can cause ignition or explosion. ◆ In case to cut a pipe with water remaining inside, avoid being splashed water onto the machine.
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The machine or the saw blade may be broken. ◆ Do not cut the work piece which requires more than capacity. If cut the work piece which requires more than capacity the saw blade may be broken. ◆ Use the Asada genuine saw blade. If use the other saw blade there may be a possibility to cause accidents unexpectedly.
PIPE SAW 200SP PREPARATIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION ● Before operating the machine, make the following preparations: Confirmation of the Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker Since this product has a double-insulated structure, the law does not require it to install an earth leakage circuit breaker. To prevent electrical shock, however, it is recommended to connect the machine to the power supply which is provided with an earth leakage circuit breaker. Extension Cord ① When an extension cord is required for use with a distant power supply, it should be thick enough to carry certain current and as short as possible to ensure that the product is used with the maximum efficiency without a failure. ② Following chart shows maximum length of the extension cord depending on the thickness (sectional area of the core wire) which applicable to the machine. Sectional area of the core wire Maximum length 1.25㎜ 2.0㎜ 3.5㎜ WARNING ◆ The extension cord used should be without damage.
PIPE SAW 200SP HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE ● Before starting operation, always read the instructions in "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and "OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS" (pages 2 to 6). WARNING ◆ Always use the power supply indicated in the machine plate. If the operating voltage is higher than indicated, the motor will run at abnormally high speed, which may damage the machine. If use the machine at over voltage indicated in the machine plate or instruction manual, the machine may become hot, emit smoke or catch fire. ◆ Make sure that the switch is off before plugging the machine in. Pull the Trigger Switch to turn on and release to turn off. Always make sure that the Trigger Switch returns when you release the trigger pulled.
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PIPE SAW 200SP ② Insert the saw blade between the Blade Holder and the Saw Guide, and put the projection of holder into the hole of blade. Blade Holder Saw Guide Clamp Bolt Washer Projection Hole Saw Blade (Asada genuine Parts)
PIPE SAW 200SP How to Set the Saber Saw Blade Clamp Bolt ① Remove Clamp Bolt and Guide Plate. Guide Plate ② Loosen the Clamp Bolt, take out the Washer. loosen tighten ③ Take out the Blade Holder. Clamp Bolt ④...
Otherwise, the saw blade may be broken or its service life shortened. ◆ Fix the work piece securely. Machine operation without fixing the work piece may cause of unforeseen accident or injury. ◆ When cutting stainless steel pipe, use threading oil (Optional accessory: Asada Threading Oil White, No.ST014). Cutting stainless steel pipe without oil cause of drastically shortened the service life of the saw blade. ◆ When operate the machine, take care that contamination like cutting chip, mud, water and so on do not enter into the machine. When contamination collects at Saw Guide, clean it each time.
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PIPE SAW 200SP ② Push the Main Body into Vise Pin. At this time, conform the Vise Pin into the hole of Main Body. ③ Loosen the Chain Vise, conform the saw blade at the cutting position, and then again fix it securely. ④ Pull the Trigger Switch to turn the machine on with the saw blade pressing against the work piece. Lift the grip up and cut the work piece slowly. For cutting speed, refer to the below chart. Pull the Trigger Switch to turn the machine on with pressing the saw blade against the work piece. Grip Saw Blade Work piece Trigger Switch Cutting material Size Dial indication Cutting time 2"...
PIPE SAW 200SP Cutting without Chain Vise CAUTION ◆ Please use Chain Vise when you cut large size of steel pipe (more than 2 1/2"). Cutting large size of steel pipe (more than 2 1/2") is hard without Chain Vise. ◆ Press the Guide Plate against the work piece at cutting. The saw blade may be broken due to vibration. ◆ Hold the machine body and the Grip firmly during cutting.
PIPE SAW 200SP Adjustment of Saw Blade Speed ● This machine is equipped with an electronic control circuit of valuable saw blade speed controller. The dial indication of "1" denotes the lowest speed and "6" the highest speed. High speed is suitable for soft steel pipes and low speed for stainless steel pipes. Use the appropriate speed in response to the work piece and operating conditions. Dial Indication Dial setting position CAUTION ◆ Adjust the saw blade speed under no load. It is too dangerous to adjust the saw blade speed during cutting. ◆ Do not operate the machine for long time at low saw blade speed.
PIPE SAW 200SP DAILY INSPECTION AND CARE WARNING ◆ Before starting inspection or maintenance, always turn the switch off and disconnect the attachment plug from the receptacle. The machine will start running suddenly, it will lead to accident or injury. ● Check, clean and repair / replace the following areas regularly. Maintenance & Inspaction Action Check the plug and power Replace if any damage is found. cord for damage. Check the saw blade for Replace if chipping is found. (For the saw blade replacing chipping or damage.
PIPE SAW 200SP TROUBLESHOOTING ● Before asking for repairs, check following troubleshooting. If the problem cannot be solved, contact with the shop you purchased or our sales office. ● Troubles due to misuse or improper applications are not covered by warranty. Phenomenon Cause Measures Replace the power cord if damages are Damaged Power Cord found. When the extension cord is too long or Power Issue / Low voltage too thin, see "Extension Cord" on P9 Machine not and use a proper extension cord. working Make sure that the motor is cooled Working Over-load down enough, and then turn on the Protector switch again.
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