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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Tile Cutting Saw
with Laser Line Generator*
LSTSAW
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040 52 1 ED8 PR
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Contents
Full 2 Years Commercial and
Trade Use Warranty
Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.
This product is warranted for a 2-year period for
commercial and trade use from the date of the original
purchase. If found to be defective in materials or
workmanship, the tool or the offending faulty
component will be replaced free of charge with another
of the same item. A small freight charge may apply.
The warranty replacement unit is only made available by
returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.
This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool
caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents or alterations.
It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the
tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.
Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place
.
Conditions apply to the above warranty.
If you need direction of what constitutes a free of
charge warranty claim, please review the guide given on
the rear of the Receipt Holder. An indication is given as
to the types of claim that are permissible, and those
that are not.
Introduction 3
Environmental protection 3
Description of symbols 3
Specifications 3
Safety rules for laser lights 4
General safety instructions 4
Additional safety rules for tile cutting saws 5
Position of tile saw 6
Accessories 6
Required tools 7
Unpacking 7
Know your product 8
Attaching the laser light assembly 9
Rip fence 9
Mitre gauge 9
Bevel lock 9
Blade guard 10
Turning on and off 10
Turning on the REDEYE® laser line generator 10
Installing a blade 10
Filling the water compartment 11
Operation 12
Using the REDEYE® laser line generator system 13
Adjusting the REDEYE® laser line generator 13
Changing the batteries 14
Maintenance 14
Cleaning 14
General inspection 14
Repairs 14
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Dear Customer
If you require any help with your product, whether it
is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information,
please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.
Introduction
Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance
criteria.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate,
and, with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service
.
Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction
Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings
.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate
.
Environmental protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses
and packaging should be sorted, taken to
the local recycling centre and disposed of
in an environmentally safe way.
Symbols
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These
represent important information about the product or
instructions on its use.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.
Conforms to EMC regulations.
Specifications
Nominal voltage: 230–240Vac ~ 50Hz
Power: 650W
Speed: 3500min
Blade size: 180mm Diamond blade
Bore size: 16mm
Bevel capacity: 0° to 45°
Maximum Cutting Depth at 90°: 35mm
Maximum Cutting Depth at 45°: 21mm
Table Size: 420mm x 360mm
Laser class: 2
Laser wavelength: 650nm
Laser output power: ≤1mW
Batteries: 2 x AAA
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WARNINGS.
1. It may be more difficult to see the laser line in
conditions of bright sunshine and on certain surfaces.
2. When storing the tool, remove the batteries in case of
leakage.
3. Batteries or damage due to leaking batteries are not
covered under warranty.
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Safety rules for laser lights
LASER LIGHT. LASER RADIATION
Do not stare into beam.
Only turn laser beam on when tool
is on work piece. Class 2 laser product
The laser light/laser radiation used in the GMC REDEYE®
system is Class 2 with maximum 1mW power and 400700nm wavelengths. These lasers do not normally present
an optical hazard, although staring at the beam may
cause flash blindness.
Warning. Do not stare directly at the laser beam. A
hazard may exist if you deliberately stare into the beam,
please observe all safety rules as follows;
• The laser shall be used and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never aim the beam at any person or an object other
than the work piece.
• The laser beam shall not be deliberately aimed at
personnel and shall be prevented from being directed
towards the eye of a person for longer than 0.25s.
• Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work
piece without reflective surfaces. i.e. wood or rough
coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective
sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as
the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the
operator.
• Do not change the laser light assembly with a different
type. Repairs must only be carried out by the laser
manufacturer or an authorised agent.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Please refer to the relevant Australian standards, AS 2397
and AS/NZS2211 for more information on Lasers.
General safety instructions
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they
are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is
also imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.
Warning. When using power tools, basic safety
precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.
1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work
areas and benches invite accidents and injury.
2. Consider the environment in which you are working.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations.
Keep the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools
to rain. Do not use power tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors
and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons,
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
tool or extension cord.
4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be
locked up out of reach.
5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job
better and safer working at the rate for which it was
designed.
6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a
protective hair covering.
8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs
should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required if the sanding operation creates dust.
9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to
disconnect the tool from the power point. Keep the
cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
10. Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vice to hold
the work piece. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
11. Do not overreach. Keep your footing secure and
balanced at all times.
12. Look after your tools. Keep tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep tool handles dry, clean and free from
oil and grease.
13. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power and
disconnect the plug from the power point before
servicing, when changing accessories and when the
tool is not in use.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the tool before switching on.
15. Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the
switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
tool to the power supply. Do not carry a plugged in
tool with your finger on the switch.
16. Use outdoor rated extension cords. When a tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords that are
intended for outdoor use and are so marked.
17. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are tired.
18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool,
check that there are no damaged parts. If a part is
slightly damaged, carefully determine if it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, proper mounting and any other
conditions that may affect the operation of the tool.
A part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service facility, unless
otherwise indicated in this Instruction Manual.
Defective switches must be replaced by an authorised
service facility. Do not use a tool if the switch does
not turn the tool on and off correctly.
19. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact
with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
cookers and refrigerator enclosures.
20. Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
Additional safety rules for tile cutting saws
Always connect the machine to a correctly earthed power
supply.
SAFETY SWITCH. The use of a 30 mA residual current
circuit breaker (RCD) is recommended for extra protection
against electric shock.
• For your own safety read instruction manual before
operating saw
• Wear eye protection.
• Use top blade guard for every operation for which it can
be used.
• Disconnect saw before servicing, when changing cutting
wheels, and cleaning.
• Use tool only with smooth edge cutting wheels free of
openings and grooves.
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• Replace damaged cutting wheel before operating.
Tool
Power Supply Cord
Supporting Surface
Drip Loop
• Do not fill water compartment above water fill line.
• Ensure that the directional arrow marked on the blade
corresponds with the rotational direction of the motor.
• With the machine disconnected from the power supply,
rotate the blade by hand to ensure it is free from
obstruction.
• Always keep the blade-securing nut and flanges clean.
• Ensure that the blade-securing nut is securely tightened
with the wrenches provided.
• Never try to cut freehand. Always ensure that the tile to
be cut is pressed firmly against the rip fence.
• Ensure that the piece of tile that will be cut off has
sufficient room to move sideways. Failure to do so may
result in the off cut binding against the blade.
• Never cut more than one tile at a time.
• Never cut pieces too small to be held securely against
the rip fence without leaving enough space for the
hand to be a safe distance from the blade.
• Ensure that the table and surrounding area are clear
with the exception of the tile to be cut.
• Before cutting a piece of tile let the saw blade run
freely for a few seconds. If it makes an unfamiliar
sound or vibrates excessively switch it off immediately
and disconnect from the power supply.
• Let the blade reach full speed before starting the cut.
• Let the blade come to a complete stop before removing
any jammed or off cut material from around the blade
area.
• Never allow the blade to run dry. Failure to keep the
water compartment topped up will result in possible
over-heating of the diamond blade and a poor cut in
the tile.
Position of tile saw
1. To avoid the possibility
of the appliance plug
or receptacle getting
wet, position tile saw
to one side of a wall
mounted receptacle
to prevent water from
dripping onto the
receptacle or plug. The user should arrange a “drip
loop” in the cord connecting the saw to a receptacle.
The “drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level
of the receptacle, or the connector if an extension cord
is used, to prevent water travelling along the cord and
coming in contact with the receptacle.
2. If water is present have an electrician complete any
necessary work or repairs. DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY
REPAIRS YOURSELF.
Accessories
The GMC LSTSAW tile cutting saw is supplied with the
following accessories as standard:
• Rip fence
• Mitre gauge
• Laser light assembly
• Laser light arm
• Laser light arm locking knob
• Face spanners x2
• AAA batteries x2
• 180mm Diamond Blade (Fitted)
• Instruction manual
• Receipt holder
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Required tools
No tools are required to assemble this tool. 2 face
spanners (supplied) are required to change the blade.
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is
missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the
tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has
been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
1. Remove all loose parts from the carton.
2. Remove the packing materials from around the saw.
3. Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place it on a
level work surface.
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Know your product
Before using the saw, familiarize yourself
with all the operating features and safety
requirements.
1. Housing
2. Carry handle
3. On/off switch
4. Front bevel scale
5. Front bevel lock knob
6. Rear bevel scale
7. Rear bevel lock knob
8. Water compartment
9. Blade cover
10. Blade cover locking knobs
11. Table
12. Table scale
13. Blade guard
14. Blade
15. Rip fence
16. Rip fence locking lever
17. Mitre gauge
18. Mitre gauge locking knob
19. Laser light arm
20. Laser light arm locking knob
21. Laser light assembly
22. Laser light assembly locking knob
23. Laser light assembly battery cover
24. Laser light on/off switch
25. Face spanners
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17
18
15
16
12
24
22
21
23
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9
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Attaching the laser light assembly
Take the laser light arm (19) and position it on the left
hand side of the saw. Fit the laser light arm locking knob
(20) through the arm and into the saw. Tighten the
knob to securely fasten the arm onto the saw.
Fit the laser light assembly (21) onto the end of the arm.
Rip fence
Fit the rip fence (15) onto
the table (11) on the left
hand side of the blade.
The rip fence locking lever
will need to be loosened in
order to fit the fence onto
the table. Once the fence is
positioned on top of the table
push down on the rip fence locking lever (16) to secure
the fence in position. If the rip fence is not secured
to the table lift up the locking lever and turn it in a
clockwise direction to give it a tighter grip. Push down
on the locking lever to secure the fence in position.
Mitre gauge
The mitre gauge (17) fits over the top of the rip fence
and is used to cut tiles at a particular angle. The
mitre gauge can be adjusted from 0° to 45° and in
conjunction with the fence is used to guide the work
piece through the blade.
To adjust the angle of the mitre gauge loosen the mitre
gauge locking knob (18) at the top of the unit and
position the mitre gauge at the desired angle.
Bevel lock
The bevel lock is designed to
set the table at the desired
bevel angle. The tile cutting
saw bevel cuts from 0° to
45°. To adjust the bevel angle
loosen the front and rear
bevel locking knobs (5 & 7).
Tilt the table to the desired
angle and tighten the bevel
locking knobs to secure the
table in position.
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Blade guard
The blade guard (13) provides
protection from both sides of
the blade.
With the power disconnected,
adjust the guard so that it’s
parallel with and just slightly
higher than the thickness of
the tile you are going to be
cutting.
Turning on and off
1. To start the saw insert the
switch disabling insert and
move the switch (3) up to
the ‘ON’ position.
2. Move the switch (3) down
to the ‘OFF’ position to
turn the saw off.
3. Remove the switch disabling insert to prevent
unauthorised use and store it in a secure location out
of reach of children.
vision, enables faster set-up, increases accuracy and
improves safety. To turn the laser line on and off press
the laser light on/off switch (24).
Installing a blade
DANGER.
• Never try to use a blade larger
than the stated capacity of
the saw. It will come into
contact with the blade guard.
• Never use a blade that is
too thick to allow the outer
blade washer to engage with
the flats on the spindle. It
will prevent the blade screw
from properly securing the
blade on the spindle.
1. Adjustments are only to be
made with the power off,
the tool disconnected from
the mains supply and when
the blade has fully stopped.
2. Loosen and remove the blade
cover locking knobs (10).
3. Remove the blade cover (9).
4. Take the 2 face spanners
and use 1 to hold the blade
securing nut and the other
to hold the flat part of the
spindle. Turn the spanner
Turning on the REDEYE®
laser line generator
The REDEYE® laser line
generator emits an intense
narrow beam of pure red light
to guide you as you cut. It
improves operator cutting
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holding the blade securing
nut in an anti-clockwise
direction to loosen the nut.
5. Remove the nut, outer
blade flange and blade.
6. Wipe a drop of oil onto the
inner blade flange and the
outer blade flange where
they contact the blade.
7. Fit the new blade onto the
spindle taking care that
the inner blade flange sits
behind the blade.
CAUTION. Always install the
blade with the arrow printed
on the side of the blade
pointing down. The direction
of blade rotation is also
marked on the blade guard and blade cover.
8. Replace the outer blade flange followed by the blade
nut.
9. Use the blade spanner to securely tighten the blade
bolt. (Tighten in a clockwise direction).
10. Replace the blade cover and secure it with the blade
cover locking knobs.
CAUTION. Before using the saw after replacing the blade,
check that all the safety devices are fitted correctly
including the blade guard and that they are all in good
working order.
Run the saw without loading it to ensure the blade runs
true and there are no extraneous noises.
Filling the water compartment
1. The water compartment
(8) is incorporated into the
main housing
2. The water helps to cool
the cutting disc and also
limits the amount of dust
produced during the cutting
process.
3. Fill the water compartment
with water. The maximum
water level is automatically
controlled by the drainage
hole on top of the plug,
the top of this plug acts
as the water fill line. When
the water level exceeds the
maximum level water will
flow out through the hole.
4. Always fill the water
compartment to the top of the water fill line to ensure
the cutting disc is sufficiently cooled.
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Operation
Making a straight cut
Making a mitre cut
1. Adjust the rip fence (15) to the desired width from the
blade using the scale (12) on top of the table for reference.
2. Secure the rip fence to the table by lowering the rip
fence locking lever (16).
3. Firmly position the tile against the rip fence and pass
through the blade in a smooth action.
Note. Do not force the tile into the blade too quickly or
with excessive force, allow the blade to do the work.
1. Fit the mitre gauge assembly (17) over the rip fence.
2. Choose the desired mitre angle and tighten the mitre
gauge locking knob (18).
3. Place the tile into the mitre gauge and hold it firmly in
position.
4. Push the mitre gauge together with the tile towards
and into the blade.
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Making a bevel cut
1. Loosen the front and rear bevel locking knobs (5 & 7).
2. Tilt the table to the desired bevel angle using the bevel
scales (4 & 6) as a guide.
3. Tighten the front and rear bevel locking knobs before
making the cut.
4. Firmly position the tile against the rip fence and pass
through the blade in a smooth action. When making
a bevel cut the rip fence should be positioned on the
right hand side of the blade to better support the tile.
Using the REDEYE® laser line generator
system
Warnings. Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
Never aim the beam at any person or an object other
than the work piece.
Do not deliberately aim the beam at personnel and ensure
that it is not directed towards the eye of a person for
longer than 0.25s.
Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a sturdy work
piece without reflective surfaces, i.e. wood or rough
coated surfaces are acceptable. Bright shiny reflective
sheet steel or the like is not suitable for laser use as
the reflective surface could direct the beam back at the
operator.
Only turn the laser beam on when the work piece is on
the tool.
1. Mark the line of the cut on the work piece.
2. Adjust the angle of mitre and bevel of the cut as required.
3. Hold the work piece in position using the laser line to
align the blade with the mark on the work piece.
4. Plug in the machine and start the motor.
5. Switch on the laser beam using the laser light on/off
switch (24).
6. Pass the tile through the blade in a smooth action.
7. Switch off the laser beam on completion of the cut.
Adjusting the REDEYE® laser line generator
The laser line can be adjusted to line up the laser line with
the blade.
1. With the power disconnected place a ruler against the
flat part of the blade.
2. Turn on the laser line using the laser light on/off
switch (24).
3. If the laser line is not parallel with straight edge
adjust the laser line in the following way.
4. Loosen the laser light assembly locking knob (22) and
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Maintenance
WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off
and the plug is removed from the power point before
making and adjustments or maintenance procedures.
When you have finished cutting your tiles, always
disconnect the power, empty the water and fully clean
and dry the machine.
move the assembly to the left or right until the laser
line is in line with the blade.
5. Tighten the laser light assembly locking knob.
Changing the batteries
1. Remove the laser light
assembly (21) from the
laser light arm (19).
2. Slide off the laser light
battery cover (23).
3. Replace both AAA
batteries, taking care to
insert the new batteries
with the correct polarity.
WARNINGS. Use only correct
batteries, 2 x AAA
DO NOT mix old and new
batteries
DO NOT mix alkaline,
standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (nickelcadmium) batteries.
4. Replace the laser light battery cover.
CAUTION. Remove the laser light batteries when the tool
is to be stored without use for a few days or more. If
left in position, the batteries might leak and damage the
laser light assembly. Damage due to leaking batteries is
not covered under warranty.
Cleaning
1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all
times.
2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done
with a soft brush or a rag.
3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
CAUTION. Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic
parts of the saw. A mild detergent on a damp cloth is
recommended.
General inspection
Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They
may vibrate loose over time.
Repairs
Only an authorised service centre should replace the
cordset or effect other repairs. If the cordset is damaged
or worn, have it repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
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Carefully read the entire Instruction Manual
before using this product.
Before returning this product for a
Warranty Claim or any other reason
Please Call 1300 880 001 (Australia)
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand)
When you make your call, please have
the following information at hand:
• GMC Product Type • GMC Product Code
A GMC Service Engineer will take your call and, in
most cases, will be able to solve your problem over
the phone.
You are welcome to use this phone-in service to
make suggestions or give comments about any
GMC product.
With continuing product development changes may
have occurred which render the product received
slightly different to that shown in this instruction
manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to
change specifications without notice. Note:
Specifications may differ from country to country.
The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to
7pm, 7 days a week (EST). This allows you
to contact GMC directly with any queries and
technical questions you have regarding
our products.
45–55 South Centre Road
Melbourne Airport
Victoria, Australia 3045
Tel: (03) 8346 1100 Fax: (03) 8346 1200
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