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cutting blades. To avoid heat build up,
allow the blade to cool, remove the tile
and allow the blade to run freely for a few
minutes.
13. Make certain all adjusting knobs or locks are
tight and engaged in their detents and that
movable parts not intended to move during
operation are securely locked before making a
cut.
Be careful not to over tighten.
•Make sure the blade is not contacting
anything before connecting to a power
source and starting the motor.
•Know how to stop the machine quickly in
case of an emergency.
14. Grounding Instructions
•In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool
is equipped with an electric cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
•Do not modify the plug provided - if it will
not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
•Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock.
•Check with a qualified electrician or
service personnel if the grounding
instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the tool is properly grounded.
•Use only 3 wire extension cords that have
3 prong grounding plugs and 3 pole
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet
that looks like the one illustrated in
Figure 9
. The tool has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
Figure 9(A)
. A temporary adapter, which looks like the
adapter illustrated in
Figure 9(B)
and
9(C)
, may be used
to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in
Figure 9(B)
if a properly grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like,
extending from the adapter must be connected to a
permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet
box.
Note: USE OF A TEMPORARY ADAPTER IS NOT
PERMITTED IN CANADA.
15. Position of the Saw
•To avoid the possibility of the appliance
plug or receptacle getting wet, position
tile saw to one side of a wall mounted
receptacle to prevent water from dripping
onto the receptacle or plug. The user
should arrange a “drip loop” in the cord
connecting the saw to a receptacle. The
“drip loop” is that part of the cord below
the level of the receptacle, or the
connector if an extension cord is used, to
prevent water traveling along the cord and
coming in contact with the receptacle.
See
Figure 10.
•If the plug or receptacle does get wet,
Do not unplug the cord.
Disconnect the
fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power
to the tool. Then unplug and examine for
presence of water in the receptacle.
16. Extension Cords
•Use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use. These extension
cords are identified by a marking
“Acceptable for use with outdoor
appliances; store indoors while not in
use.”
Use only extension cords having an
electrical rating not less than the rating of
the product.
Refer to chart on page 11.
Do not use damaged extension cords.
Examine extension cord before using and
replace if damaged. Do not abuse
extension cords and do not pull on any
cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from
heat and sharp edges.
Always disconnect
the extension cord from the receptacle
before disconnecting the saw from the
extension cord.
* Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the
circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the
tile saw. Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used
for this measure of safety.
NOTE -
Use of a Temporary Adapter is not permitted
in Canada.
