Harbor Freight Tools 3733 User Manual

4” TILE SAW

WITH PVC TRAY

Model 03733

ASSEMBLY AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description

Electrical Requirements 120 Volt / 60 Hz

456 Watts / 4,480 RPM

Maximum Cutting Size Capacity 12” L x 12” W x 1-1/16” Thick Blade Type Diamond 4” Continuous Arbor Size 5/8” Water Coolant Basin Capacity 5 Cups, or 40 Ounces Saw Bevel Capacity 22.5 Degree and 45 Degree Scale Range 0 to 7-1/2” in 1/8” Increments

(0 to 190mm in 1mm Increments)

Splash Guard Yes Accessories Bench Stops (2)

Blade Guard (1)

Weight 9.70 Pounds

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp, or wet work areas

invite injuries.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle

this product.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be

stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and keep out of reach of children.

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4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to use this product.

5. USE EYE & EAR PROTECTION. Wear an ANSI approved, full face, safety shield and ear protection when using this product.

6. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can become caught in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from becoming caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up above elbows.

7. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent tripping, falling, back injury, etc.

8. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.

9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.

11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES: When servicing, use only identi- cal replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

12. MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry for better and safer performance.

13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician.

14. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this tool, and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.

15. WARNING: The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator

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must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be

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built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. MAINTAIN A SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use the Tile Saw in excessively damp or wet areas or in areas near flammable chemicals, dusts, and vapors.

2. PROPER TILE SAW LOCATION: Make sure the Tile Saw is located on a flat, level, sturdy, surface capable of supporting the weight of the Tile Saw, the workpieces, and all additional tools and accessories.

3. GROUND THIS PRODUCT. The electrical Power Cord (part #11) for this prod- uct is equipped with a grounded, 3-Prong Plug. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the Plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs with this product. To comply with the National Electric Code, and to provide additional protection from the risk of electrical shock, this product should only be connected to a 120 Volt, 3-hole electrical outlet that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).

4. DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Do not use the Power Cord (part #11) to pull its Plug from an electrical outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts. Route the Power Cord safely. Do not route the Power Cord where it can be walked on or tripped over. Replace a damaged Power Cord immediately.

5. IF AN EXTENSION CORD (not provided) IS USED, MAKE SURE TO USE

ONLY UL APPROVED CORDS HAVING THE CORRECT GAUGE AND LENGTH. (See Figure A.)

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE – 120 VOLT

NAMEPLATE

AMPERES

At Full Load

0 - 25

Feet

0 - 5 16 16 16 12 12

5.1 - 8 16 16 14 10 -

8.1 - 12 14 14 12 - -

12.1 - 15 12 12 10 - -

15.1 - 20 10 10 10 - -

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH

25 - 50

Feet

50 -100

Feet

100 – 15

Feet

150– 200

Feet

FIGURE A

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