Diamond Products CC1600 - Manual (Page 3)

Chapter 1
SAFETY
Your Diamond Products CC1600 wall saw has been designed to be as safe and efficient
as possible. However, wall sawing can be hazardous if proper safety precautions are not
taken and operating instructions are not followed carefully. Study this manual and
remember all warnings, cautions, and tips. Keep a copy of the manual near the job site
to allow the operator to review any section as needed.
SAFETY WARNINGS
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Read and understand instructions before operating saw.
• Wear proper safety clothing, including hardhat, respirator, gloves, and safety glasses.
Avoid loose fitting clothing.
• Sturdy boots with non-skid soles aid in providing proper footing. Steel-toed safety
boots are recommended.
• Cutting steel reinforcing bar produces sparks, avoid clothing of flammable material.
• Know how to stop the saw quickly in an emergency.
• Noise levels can be very high. Wear OSHA-approved hearing protection at all times
while the saw is operating.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and all other moving parts.
• Be sure that the blade guard is the correct type (flush cut or standard), is set to
protect the operator, and is mounted securely on the saw.
• Do not operate the wall saw if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
BLADE SAFETY
• Inspect the blade carefully before use. The blade should have no cracks, nicks, or
flaws. The arbor hole should be undamaged. Use only steel centered wet cutting
diamond blades manufactured for use on wall saws and recommended for your saw.
• Do not use dry cutting diamond blades, high-speed steel blades, carbide tipped
blades, or abrasive blades.
• Only use blades marked with a maximum operating speed higher than the blade shaft
speed.
• Cut only stone, concrete, reinforced concrete, and masonry materials. Do not cut
materials such as wood, glass, or plastic.
• Inspect flanges for damage, excessive wear, and cleanliness before mounting the
blade. The blade should fit snugly on a clean, undamaged shaft.
• Hydraulic power units are designed with the ability to vary the blade speed. Never
operate the saw at a speed higher than the maximum safe allowable speed indicated
on the blade. If you are unsure of the operating speed, contact the manufacturer or
Diamond Products.
• Always keep the blade guard in place, seated firmly on the blade guard support.
• Avoid getting in direct line with the blade.