Diamond Products GDS60 - Manual (Page 4)

General Safety
 Read and understand all of the 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 all hoses prior to operating the saw.
Clean, repair, or replace damaged
components.
 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 guards fully to avoid serious
injuries.
Precautions

DO NOT drop equipment, supplies, tools,
etc., when handling to help prevent injuries.
 DO NOT lift and carry equipment, supplies,
tools, etc., that are too heavy and/or cannot
be lifted easily.
 DO NOT operate the saw without using the
appropriate safety equipment required for
the work task.
 DO NOT operate or service the saw with
clothing, hair, or accessories that can snag
in the machinery, which could lead to
serious injuries or death!

DO NOT operate the saw using
attachments not associated with or
recommended for the saw.
 DO NOT operate the saw around
combustible materials or fumes to prevent
fires/explosions.
 Do not operate the saw with anyone near
the work area or within the direct line of the
blade.
 DO NOT operate the saw until all
unnecessary materials have been removed
from the work area.
 DO NOT operate the saw with loose nuts,
screws, and bolts.
 DO NOT operate the saw when ill or
fatigued.

DO NOT operate the saw under the
influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
 DO NOT operate the saw on a slippery or
uneven surface.
 DO NOT cut concrete without guards.
 DO NOT service the saw with the motor
running
Blade Safety

Always use diamond blades manufactured
specifically for the Dragon Saw.
 Never cut dry. Without an adequate water
supply to properly lubricate the blade, the
blade will warp, causing damage to the saw
and/or serious injury to the operator.
 Inspect all blades prior to usage and
discard damaged blades. Clean dirty blades
as necessary.
 DO NOT install or remove a blade with the
motor running.
 Keep all body parts away from rotating
blades.
 Inspect the drive and idler wheels for
damage, wear, and cleanliness. Clean or
replace dirty/damaged components
immediately.
 DO NOT expose yourself or anyone
else to the direct line of the blade when
operating the saw.

Always use an appropriate size blade and
the correct blade type based on the cutting
task and the type of material being cut.
 The blade must always be fit correctly on
the drive wheels. Failure to do so can result
in damage to the saw and/or serious
personal injury.