Harbor Freight Tools 92658 User Manual

7” CONTRACTOR TILE SAW

(ALUMINUM DIE)

Model 92658

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Motor 1 Hp, 120 Volts, 60 Hz, 5.5 Amps (no load) Blade Dimensions 7” Diameter Diamond Cutting Blade Table Dimensions 22” x 18” Thickness Capacity Up to 1-1/8” Angle Capability 0 or 45 Degrees RPMs 3,580 Power Cord 18 AWG, 3 - Prong Grounded

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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.

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.

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REV 09/05

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

operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

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.

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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. Dust mask, non-skid 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.

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

maintained tools.

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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. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Tile Saw. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2. Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves when usingthe Tile Saw. Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury. Safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

3. 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 a power tool in areas near flammable chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.

4. Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.

5. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the Tile Saw

6. Do not force the Tile Saw. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed.

7. Never leave the Tile Saw unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.

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8. Always unplug the Tile Saw from its electrical outlet before perform-

ing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

9. This product must continuously run with cold water. Never use hot water.

10. WARNING! Keeps hands and fingers away from cutting area and Saw Blade. Use an appropriate “push stick” (not included) when necessary.

11. Check Blade Guard for proper forward/backward 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 Saw Blade or any other part of the Saw, in all angles and depths of cut.

12. Make sure the Tile Saw is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of

supporting the weight of the Saw and workpieces.

13. Always use Diamond Saw Blades with a 7” diameter, 5/8” round arbor hole, and rated at 3600 RPM or greater.

14. Use the Tile Saw only for cutting ceramic tile, quarry tile, marble, terra cotta, and slate with a maximum thickness of 1-1/8” if cutting at a 90 degree angle or 1” if cutting at a 45 degree angle.

15. Do not use the Tile Saw for cutting metals or for cutting curves. This may cause the Saw Blade to break and/or reduce its service life.

16. Make sure the Saw Blade is wet at all times when cutting.

17. To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

18. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet,

position the Tile Saw to one side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. Always arrange a “drip loop”

in the Power Cord connecting the Tile Saw to a 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. A drip loop is that part of the Power Cord below the level of the outlet, or the connector if an extension cord is used, to prevent water traveling along the Power Cord and coming in contact with the outlet. If the Power Plug or electrical outlet breaker that supplies power to the tool. Then, unplug and examine for presence of water in the outlet.

19. If the plug or receptacle does get wet, do not unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.

20. Do not handle the Power Switch with wet hands.

does

get wet, do not unplug the Power Cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit

21. To avoid accidental injury, always wear heavy duty work gloves when

changing the Saw Blade.

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