EDCO GMS-10 - Manual (Page 4)

Printed in USA
© 2000
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E-GMS10-I-03/00
100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702-4600 USA
Phone (301) 663-1600 • 1-800-638-3326
Fax (301) 663-1607 • 1-800-447-3326
Website: www.edcoinc.com • Email: [email protected]
Safety Guidelines
Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while the GMS-10 is in use. During normal operation,
sound pressure levels exceed 92dBA. Use only ANSI approved safety glasses to help prevent eye
injury. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
Operator must wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can
get tangled in moving parts. Footwear should provide sure footing and protection from debris that may
be dropped. Take steps to be sure hair will not be caught in moving parts. If necessary, tie it back.
Disconnect the spark plug wire lead before performing any service on the machine.
• When loading or unloading the saw, use caution. Make sure rolling table is locked using the table lock so that the
blade will not be damaged. (Figure 4, Item K) Do not move the saw while the engine is running.
• This unit is shipped new from the factory without oil or gasoline, it will need to be added before it is used.
Check the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for instructions on break-in, servicing and use of engine.
This GMS-10 gasoline powered saw is designed to be used in areas where electrical power is not
available. Do not operate gasoline-powered equipment without adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, an invisible, odorless gas that can kill.
This machine is designed to cut brick, pavers, stone and tile. The work piece must be placed on the
rolling table surface and the table used to move the work piece to the blade. Cut only in a straight line.
Do not force or twist the work piece into the blade. Personal injury or damage to the equipment or blade
can result.
• Never exceed the maximum operating speed of the blade. Match the blade speed rating with the arbor shaft speed.
• Never leave the saw running unattended.
• Never operate this saw under the influence of drugs, alcohol or when taking medications that impair the senses or
reactions, or when excessively tired or under stress.
• Make sure all safety decals can be clearly read and understood. Replace damaged or missing decals immediately.
Safety warnings and guidelines do not by themselves eliminate danger.
They are not given as substitutes for proper accident prevention procedures and good judgement.
Read and understand this Operator’s Instruction Manual,
and the Engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual
before operating this equipment.
Death of serious injury can result if this machine is used improperly.