Multiquip Whiteman Concrete Saw FS3SP - Manual (Page 16)

PAGE 16 — MQ-WHITEMAN FS3SP CONCRETE SAW — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/15/02)
FS3SP CONCRETE SAW — CONSOLE COMPONENTS
Figure 5 displays the location of the various operational control
features of the FS3SP saw. Features are dependent on the specific
model saw selected. The function of each console component or
indicator is explained below:
1. Engine ON/OFF Switch – Pull the switch to permit engine
starting. Push the switch to stop engine. Also acts as a fast
and secure way to stop the engine in an emergency.
2. Digital Tachometer/Hourmeter – Indicates engine RPM
and operation hours saw has been in use.
3. Water ON/OFF Valve – On position opens valve and
permits water to flow from source through saw water hose.
OFF position
closes valve and halts the flow of water
through the saw.
4. Throttle Lever – Pull the lever to increase engine RPM.
Push lever to decrease engine RPM (twist handle to lock).
5. Choke Lever – Pull lever to assist when starting a cold
engine.
Push lever down after engine warms to disengage
choke.
6. Blade Raise/lower Switch – Raise position raises blade.
Lower position lowers blade.
7. Light Switch – On position provdes power to external
lights. Off position secures power to external lights.
8. Pump On Switch – On position provides power to external
water pump. Off position secures power to external water
pump.
9. Raise/Lower Crank Handle – IPhysically orients
saw(Raises/Lowers) depending on turn direction and
number of turns. Turning the handle "clockwise" lowers the
saw, turning the handle "counter-clockwise" raises the saw.
(Used in conjunction with the Depth Feed Gauge)
10. Depth Feed Gauge –Indicates the blade cutting depth in
inches. To activate, first lower the blade via the crank
handle until the blade touches the cutting surface. Then
roll the depth feed dial until the face label reads
zero.
11. Start Button – A spring loaded button, that when pressed
actuates the engine start solenoid.
12. Forward/Reverse Speed Lever – Controls forward and
reverse speeds for self-propelled operation. Provides
positive neutral for engine star t.
ALWAYS place
transmission engage/disengage lever in the engage
position before setting speed lever.
13. Handle Bar Locking Knobs – Loosen or tighten these
two knobs when making adjustments to the handlebar(s).
Turn handle(s)
counter-clockwise to loosen and
clockwise to tighten.
Figure 5. Console Components