Diamond Products CC7074 - Manual (Page 5)

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General Safety
 Read and understand all safety, operations, and
maintenance instructions provided in this manual
prior to operating or servicing the saw.
 Keep saw components clean and free of slurry,
concrete dust, and debris.
 Inspect water hoses prior to operating the saw.
Clean, repair, or replace damaged components.
 Raise the saw to a proper height for access when
working underneath the saw. Use chocks to block
the wheels, and fit blocks or jacks under the frame
edges.
WARNING – Do NOT work on saw
using the hydraulic lift system to keep
the saw in the raised position for
maintenance or repair. Accidental loss
of hydraulic pressure could cause the
saw to drop suddenly, causing serious
injury or death.
 When using a jack to raise the saw, place the jack
against a solid, flat area under the frame base to
properly support the saw.
 Repair the saw immediately when a problem arises.
 Replace saw decals if unreadable.
 Dispose of all hazardous waste materials according
to city, state, and federal regulations.
 Always have a phone nearby, and locate the nearest
fire extinguisher and first aid kit prior to operating the
saw.
 Operate the saw wearing flame resistant clothing.
 Always wear safety glasses when removing retaining
rings.
 Persons under the statutory age limit should not
operate the saw.
 Keep all body parts away from rotating machinery.
 Replace all guards and access panels (unless stated
otherwise) prior to operating the saw.
 Always pivot front of blade guard fully to avoid
serious injuries.
 DO NOT assume the saw will remain still when in
neutral or when parking/stopping the saw on a
slope. Chock the wheels to help prevent
unnecessary movement.
DO NOT:
 Drop equipment, supplies, tools, etc., when handling
to help prevent injuries.
 Lift and carry equipment, supplies, tools, etc., that
are too heavy and/or cannot be lifted easily.
DO NOT (cont.):
 Operate the saw without using the appropriate
safety equipment required for the work task.
 Operate or service the saw with any clothing, hair, or
accessories that can snag in the machinery, which
could lead to serious injuries or death!
 Operate the saw using attachments not associated
with or recommended for the saw.
 Operate the saw around combustible materials or
fumes to prevent fires/explosions.
 Operate the saw with anyone near the work area or
within the direct line of the blade.
 Operate the saw until all unnecessary materials
have been removed from the work area.
 Operate the saw with loose nuts, screws, and bolts.
 Operate the saw when ill or fatigued.
 Operate the saw under the influence of drugs and/or
alcohol.
 Operate the saw on steep slopes.
 Cut concrete with guards and access panels
removed.
 Grease the saw with the engine running.
 Touch hot components when operating the saw.
 Leave the saw unattended until the engine is off and
the blade has stopped spinning.
 Place the saw into storage until it has cooled down.
 Service the saw until it has cooled down.
 Service the saw with the engine running.
Battery and Electrical Safety
 Ignitable explosive gases are
emitted from the battery. DO NOT
expose the battery to sparks or open
flames.
 Keep the area around the battery well-ventilated.
 Keep the battery level when handling it.
 Use protective eyewear or a face shield, and avoid
contact with the skin when handling/servicing the
battery.
 Use a proper battery tester when testing the battery
strength.
 Always be sure to connect the battery cables to the
proper terminal when reconnecting the cables.
 Occasionally inspect the battery, cables, clamps,
and terminals for damages. Service components as
necessary.