Gates 6-32 User Manual

428 -7149

12/04

Model 6-32 HOSE CUT-OFF MACHINE

OWNER’S MANUAL

For 6-Wire Spiral &

2-Wire Braid Hose through 2”I.D.

CUTTER

Part Number:

78018

Product Number:

7480-6597

SCALLOPED-EDGE
REPLACEMENT BLADE

Part Number:

78003

Product Number:

7482-1329

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Source:

3 H.P. (5.2 H.P. Peak )

SINGLE PHASE

• 230V

•60Hz

• 15 Amp motor

THREE PHASE

• 460V

•60Hz

• 15 Amp motor

If a 460 volt source is used, it will be
necessary to change connections as
shown on motor name plate and
replace 230 volt heaters in manual
starter with 460 volt heaters.

Dimensions:

22” Wide by 42” Length by 24” High

FEATURES:

• Cuts up to 2” I.D. two-wire braid
through six-spiral reinforced hose.

• Reversible 10” scalloped-edge, high­speed steel blade with
can be sharpened.

• Radius hose feed into blade for
reduced friction.

• OSHA approved inner blade guard for
safe operation.

• Includes Coolant Spray System Kit for
reduced heat in high-capacity cutting
applications (recommended for multi­braid and spiral reinforced hose). Kit
includes reservoir, spray nozzle and
mounting hardware.

3

⁄4” bore. Blade

!

WARNING

Avoid serious injury. Before using this
power saw, follow these instructions:

1. Read and follow the user manual.

2. Protect your eyes with safety glasses or face shield.

3. Do not wear loose clothing – it can get caught in the

moving blade.

4. Keep hands away from the moving blade.

5. Turn off power with lockout before adjusting or

servicing saw.

6. Use saw only if the blade guard is installed.

7. Fasten saw to work surface before use.

(See mounting instructions.)

8. Use only to cut hose and do not use a dull blade.

9. Support hose on front plate and pins.

10. Use only the special scalloped 10 inch blades –

other blades may injure you or damage the saw.

HOSE CUT-OFF MACHINE

The Gates Corporation

Denver, CO 80202 303-744-5291

Weight:

215 lbs.

MORE HELPFUL TIPS:

• Before using this saw, remove all tools from the cutting table and from around the saw.

• Do not overload or use machine for other than intended purpose.

• Do not force hose into blade. The motor may stall and burn out and the blade may break.

• While cutting, apply light, steady pressure to cutting handle.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The Model 6-32 hose cut-off machine will cut all
types of hose including high pressure 2-wire
braided hose and some multi-spiral hose in sizes
through 2” I. D. It is not recommended to cut spiral

hose with interwoven helix wire. When used
properly, it produces a straight, clean cut on any
hose within its range.

NOTICE – This machine is designed for manual feed only.

Figure 1

1. MOUNTING THE MACHINE

Before operating this machine it must first be firmly
bolted through the four mounting holes (located on
the base flanges) to a bench or stand so that two
sides are accessible to the operator. (See Figure 1.)

4. Connect other side of cable to 6-32 saw by
removing cover of power box containing the
starter switch.

5. Strip outer insulation on electrical cable and
insulation from each of the four wires within the
cable.

6. Punch perforated hole through power box and
thread cable through.

7. Connect the two hot and one neutral wires to
power box. The ground wire should be
connected to the grounding lug as illustrated in
the photo at right.

8. Install locking power cord plug NEMA L14-20-P
to a 15 or 20 amp NEMA L14-20-R electrical
circuit. Be sure circuit is grounded and complies
with all local electrical codes.

2. INSTALL POWER CORD PLUG

WARNING: Have a qualified electrician install the
correct plug and outlet for your power supply.

Saw can be hard wired or wired with a plug. In
either case, contact a licensed electrician to ensure
compliance with local electrical codes.

Materials needed (not included):

• 14/4 or 12/4 electrical cable

• NEMA L14-20-P locking plug

• NEMA L14-20-R locking receptacle to match
locking plug

3

⁄4

” Romex clamp connector

•

1. Strip 1­Strip
within the cable.

2. Connect each of the three wires in the electrical
cable to the disassembled plug as follows:

Green – “G” terminal (ground)
White – “W” terminal (neutral)
Black – “X” terminal (hot)

3. Replace outer shell of plug and tighten with two
Phillips-head screws. Slide and snap moisture
barrier in place.

1

⁄2

” of outer insulation on electrical cable.

1

⁄2

” of insulation from each of the four wires

3. COMPONENTS

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