Harbor Freight Tools 40315 User Manual
7” TILE SAW
®
Chrome Plated - Bench Top
Model 40315
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Manual Revised 04/05
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Electrical Requirements 120VAC / 60Hz / 4.8 Start Up Amps
3565 RPM
Power Cord Plug Type: 3 Prong, Grounded
Power Cord Length: 7 Feet
Cutting Wheel Size/Type 7” Diameter / Rated 8500 RPM / Wet Diamond Bonded
Cutting Wheel RPM Rating Minimum 3600 RPM
Material Cutting Capacity Maximum 12” Wide x 1” High
Rotating Angle of Table
Table Dimensions 15-3/4” x 16-1/2” x 7-13/16”
Accessories Diagonal Cutting Fixture / Plastic Tub / 7” Cutting Wheel
Unit Weight 32.5 Pounds
0°-45° in 1° Increments
235591
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 RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
REV 02/07
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3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.
5. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the
three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
6. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools
or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord
marked “W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and
reduce the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operat-
ing power tools may result in serious personal injury.
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11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
12. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging
in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in
power tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
16. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support
the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your
body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
17. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
18. Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must
be replaced.
19. Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
20. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
21. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier
to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until
repaired.
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22. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained tools.
23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
SERVICE
24. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
25. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”
section of this
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
1. Avoid serious eye injury. ALWAYS wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye
glasses underneath an ANSI-approved safety impact full face shield when assembling and operating the Tile Saw.
2. 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 be
coming caught in moving parts. If wearing long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up
above the elbows.
3. Make sure the Power Switch (21) is in its “OFF” position before plugging
the Power Cord/Plug (34) into an electrical outlet.
4. Do not abuse the Power Cord/Plug (34). Do not pull the Power Cord to discon-
nect the Plug from an electrical outlet. Do not move the Tile Saw with the Power
Cord/Plug in the outlet. Keep the Power Cord/Plug away from heat, oil, sharp,
edges, and its own Cutting Wheel Blade (8).
5. Never leave the Tile Saw unattended while it is running. Always turn off the
tool, unplug the tool from its electrical outlet, and wait until its Cutting Wheel
Blade (8) stops rotating before leaving the area.
6. Do not handle the Power Switch (21) or Power Cord Plug (34) with wet
hands.
7. Keep all Guards in place and in proper working order.
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8. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
9. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to make sure all adjusting keys
and wrenches are removed from this tool before turning it on.
10. Never attempt to remove material stuck in the moving parts of the Tile Saw
while the tool is turned on, plugged in, or running.
11. When replacing the Cutting Wheel Blade (8) make sure it is replaced with a
7” diameter, minimum 8500 RPM rated, 1” round arbor hole, wet diamond
bonded Cutting Wheel Blade.
12. To avoid accidental injury, always wear heavy duty work gloves when changing the Cutting Wheel Blade (8).
13. Make sure the Cutting Wheel Blade (8) is wet at all times when cutting.
14. When operating the Tile Saw, always make sure to fill the Tray (17) with enough
clean, cold water to cover the lower edge of the Cutting Wheel Blade (8), but
not so deep as to spill over the edge of the Tray. Make sure the water supply for
the Tile Saw is not dirty, sandy, and does not contain any corrosive chemical products. Change the water when necessary while in use and rinse out the Tray (17)
after every use.
15. Keep hands and fingers away from the cutting area and Cutting Wheel Blade
(8). Use a “push stick” (not included) if necessary.
16. Check Blade Guard (49) for proper up/down movement before each use.
Do not operate the Tile Saw if the Blade Guard does not move freely. Make sure
the Blade Guard moves freely and does not touch the Cutting Saw Blade (8) or
any other part of the Tile Saw, in all angles and depths of cut.
17. Make sure the Tile Saw is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of
supporting the weight of the Tile Saw, workpieces, and any additional tools.
18. Use the Tile Saw only for cutting ceramic tile, quarry tile, marble, terra cotta,
and slate with a maximum thickness of 1 inch.
19. Do not use the Tile Saw for cutting metals or for cutting curves.
20. Before using the Tile Saw, make sure the Cutting Wheel Blade (8) is prop-
erly mounted on the Saw Arbor. Make sure the Blade is balanced, and is not
cracked or bent.
21. The Cutting Wheel Blade (8) will become hot while cutting. Allow the Blade
to completely cool before handling.
22. Allow the Cutting Wheel Blade (8) to spin up to full speed before feeding a
workpiece into it. When turning off the Tile Saw, allow the Cutting Wheel Blade
to spin down and stop on its own. Do not press against the Blade to stop it.
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