DIAMOND BLADES

A diamond blade is a highly efficient, amazingly rugged cutting tool which, when used under proper conditions, will provide the ultimate in cutting performance on a wide range of materials of varying hardness and abrasiveness.

 

Under normal conditions such as: use of correct diamond blade specifications, sufficient coolant, good equipment properly maintained, and adequate power, a trained operator familiar with masonry cutting can achieve truly outstanding results.

 

One, or a combination of these factors is fenerally not present when a diamond blade provides less than satisfactory performance.

ALWAYS

Match blade specification with material to cut. 

 

Inspect blade for damage before mounting on saw: check arbour for shaft and flanges for damage and uneven wear.

 

Be sure blade is mounted on correct diameter shaft and the blade shaft nut is securely tightened with a wrench.

 

Check for continuous flow of water to both sides of the blade.

 

Follow manufacturer’s recommended pulley sizes and operating speeds for specific diameter blades.

 

Always step cut when cutting concrete and thick asphalt.  Optimum dry cutting depth is 25 mm per step.  Step cutting allows coolant to reach the segments.  Excessively deep cutting deprives the blade of coolant, resulting is segment loss and damage.

 

When cutting bricks on a bench, ensure the brick is held firmly and roll the tray under the blade in small steps to maximise cooling and minimise the risk of jamming.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Before mounting any blade on machine, the blade should be inspected for damage during shipment or handling
• The blade shaft flanges and shaft should be cleaned and examined for damage BEFORE mounting blade
• When tightening nut against outside blade shaft flange.  Be sure to tighten enough to hold the blade firmly without slipping, but do not over tighten
• Adequate coolant must be used
• The blade must be operated within the specified maximum operating speed
• The operator should wear safety glasses, ear protection and any other appropriate safety equipment as required
• During cutting, the work piece must be held securely and prevented from twisting or slipping.  The blade must always be in place when the saw is running.
• Do not operate any machine without blade guard in place