INCLUDING: OPERATION, INSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND PARTSBOOK
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR SERVICING
THIS TOOL.
ALL PURPOSE BREAKING SAW “77”
TOOL DATA
MODEL: 77
ASSEMBLY NO. 6001600
TYPE:AIR OPERATED
NET WEIGHT: 22 LBS (10 KG)
INLET AIR PRESSURE: 100 P.S.I. (6-7 BARS)
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! WARNING
= Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury,
death or substantial property damage.
! CAUTION
= Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury,
product or property damage.
! NOTICE
= Important installation, operation or maintenance information.
OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATING MANUALS.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE RECEIVED TRAINING IN THE HANDLING,
OPERATION AND USE OF THIS TOOL.
STOP USING A MALFUNCTIONING OR DEFECTIVE TOOL IMMEDIATELY. REPORT ANY
PROBLEMS OR DEFECTS TO YOUR SUPERVISOR FOR REMOVAL OF THE TOOL FROM
SERVICE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE TOOL YOURSELF.
DO NOT ALLOW UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS TO USE TOOL.
REMOVE AND DISCONNECT POWER FROM THE TOOL WHEN TOOL IS LEFT UNATTENDED OR
IS NOT IN USE.
NEVER TIE DOWN, BYPASS, ALTER OR MODIFY THE ACTIVATING SWITCHES OR TRIGGERS OF
THIS TOOL.
NEVER MAKE ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS TOOL.
BE CONSTANTLY AWARE AND ALERT FOR UNSAFE CONDITIONS AND REPORT THEM
IMMEDIATELY TO YOUR SUPERVISOR.
! WARNING
NEVER PLACE YOUR HAND OR ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN THE CUTTING PATH OF THE
TOOL.
! WARNING
NEVER ALLOW ANYONE ELSE TO PLACE THEIR HANDS OR ANY PART OF THEIR BODY IN THE
CUTTING PATH OF THE TOOL.
! WARNING
DO NOT ACTIVATE CONTROL SWITCHES OR TRIGGERS OF THIS TOOL UNLESS YOU INTEND
TO TEST OR OPERATE THIS TOOL.
! WARNING
DO NOT USE THIS TOOL FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER THAN IT’S INTENDED PURPOSE.
WHEN OPERATING THIS TOOL WEAR THE PROTECTIVE GEAR AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
! CAUTION
SUPPLIED TO YOU.
THE NOISE EMISSION (SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL) AT THE WORKSTATION MAY EXCEED 80 dB
! WARNING
(A). EAR AND SOUND PROTECTION GEAR IS REQUIRED.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ONLY TRAINED PERSONNEL ARE TO OPERATE THIS TOOL.
! WARNING
1. TO ENSURE TOOL IS OPERATING PROPERLY, PERFORM FOLLOWING STEPS AT START OF EACH SHIFT:
•MAKE SURE TOOL MOVES UP AND DOWN FREELY WHILE HANGING FROM BALANCER OVERHEAD.
•WITH POWER TO TOOL TURNED ON, TEST TRIGGER FOR PROPER OPERATION.
• DEPRESS EACH TRIGGER SEPARATELY. TOOL SHOULD NOT ACTIVATE. DEPRESS BOTH TRIGGERS.
TOOL SHOULD ACTIVATE.
• IF TOOL HAS "ANTI-TIE DOWN" OPTION, BOTH TRIGGERS MUST BE DEPRESSED SIMULTANEOUSLY FOR
TOOL TO ACTIVATE.
2. TO PERFORM WORK, HOLD TOOL FIRMLY AT BOTH HANDLES. SQUEEZE TRIGGERS TO ACTIVATE TOOL.
3. POSITION TOOL AND PERFORM CUTTING OPERATION.
MAINTENANCE
ONLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ARE TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE
! WARNING
AND SERVICE TO THIS TOOL.
THE COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MUST BE LARGE ENOUGH TO SUPPLY AN ADEQUATE VOLUME OF CLEAN
AND DRY COMPRESSED AIR TO THE TOOL.
1. MAKE ALL NECESSARY LINE CONNECTIONS TO THE TOOL.
2.AN AIR FILTER-REGULATOR-LUBRICATOR (PART NO. 7200030) MUST BE INSTALLED IN AIR SUPPLY FOR EACH
TOOL.
3. FILL LUBRICATOR WITH KENTMASTER AIR MIST OIL (PART NO. 7903050). SET DRIP RATE ACCORDING TO
INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED. TURN ADJUSTMENT ON SIGHT FEED DOME TO INCREASE/DECREASE OIL DELIVERY.
MONITOR THE DEVICE BEING LUBRICATED AND READJUST IF NEEDED.
4. TOOL REQUIRES GREASING AT START OF EACH SHIFT. GREASE FOUR (4) LOCATIONS USING KENTMASTER GREASE
GUN (PART NO. 4501470) AND GREASE (PART NO. 7903070).
5.TOOL REQUIRES 40 S.C.F.M. OF AIR @ 90 P.S.I. AIR PRESSURE.
6. FLUSH AIR MOTOR AT END OF EACH DAY’S USE BY SQUIRTING A FEW SQUIRTS OF KENTMASTER AIR OIL MIST (PART
7903050) DIRECTLY INTO THE AIR INLET PORT. RUN TOOL A FEW SECONDS TO COAT AND PROTECT THE AIR MOTOR
AND INTERNAL PARTS OF TOOL.
BLADE REMOVAL AND CLEANING .
! WARNING
ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY FROM TOOL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
REMOVING BLADE FROM TOOL.
! WARNING
ALWAYS WEAR WIRE MESH GLOVES WHEN INSTALLING OR REMOVING BLADE FROM TOOL.
1. REMOVE COLLAR (ITEM NO. 1, FIG. NO. 1).
2. REMOVE BLADE (ITEM NO. 2, FIG. NO. 1).
3. CLEAN ALL PARTS REMOVED WITH SOAP AND WATER.
4. SHARPEN OR REPLACE BLADES WHEN NECESSARY.
5. REASSEMBLE IN REVERSE ORDER.
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Figure 1 MODEL 77 – BLADE REPLACMENT
SERVICE
1. KEEP GOOD RECORDS OF ALL SERVICE ACTIVITY AND INCLUDE TOOL IN PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM.
2. USE ONLY GENUINE KENTMASTER REPLACEMENT PARTS TO ASSURE PROPER PERFORMANCE OF TOOL.
3. CONTACT THE KENTMASTER SUPPLIER NEAREST YOU FOR PARTSAND CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION.
4.ATTACH AIR TO TOOL. WITH TOOL ACTIVATED, TIGHTEN WITH A WRENCH, CASE ONTO HOUSING. THIS
HELPS MAINTAIN THE ALIGNMENT OF AIRMOTOR TO GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY. DISCONNECT AIR SUPPLY.
KENTMASTER MFG. CO., INC.1801 SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE., MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA 91016UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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6001605: POPPET VALVE ASSEMBLY
ITEMPART #DESCRIPTIONQTY
17003680 BUSHING1
27004330 TEE, STREET1
37036350 ELBOW1
47036520 ELBOW1
57037860 UNION2
67300970 RED AIR TUBE1
77300980 GREEN AIR TUBE1
87802050 BREATHER VENT FILTER1
97802500 POPPET VALVE1
108211240 SCREW2
POPPET VALVE IS USED WITH MODEL “77” WITH TWO TRIGGERS.
Figure 15 POPPET VALVE ASSEMBLY
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WIRING DIAGRAM
This wiring diagram is for model “77” with two triggers. As shown on the diagram above, two triggers option
requires poppet valve (Kentmaster part No. 6001605).
Figure 16 WIRING DIAGRAM
KENTMASTER MFG. CO., INC.1801 SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE., MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA 91016UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
KENTMASTER MFG. CO., INC.1801 SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE., MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA 91016UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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NOTICE TO EMPLOYER AND PURCHASER OF TOOL
NOTICE TO SAFETY DIRECTOR
You have purchased a powerful tool that, if misused, can cause severe injury and
harm to your employees. You must instruct your employees in the safe and proper
use of this tool and to follow the safety procedures and instructions that have been
supplied by the manufacturer of this tool. Please follow the following instructions.
1.Instruct tool operators to test the tool each day before using it to be sure it does not malfunction.
Remove and repair any tool that malfunctions.
2. Instruct tool operators to immediately stop using a tool that malfunctions or is defective.
3. Instruct personnel to immediately remove all tools that malfunction. Be sure to disconnect tool from
power supply.
4. Instruct all personnel to stay clear of tool, and not to stand or walk in front of, or next to tool when in use.
5. Point out to all personnel the dangers related to the misuse of tool and the importance of following
safety procedures and instructions.
6. Do not make, or allow others to make, alterations or modifications to this tool.
Replace all lost or illegible labels.
7. Follow all safety, installation and maintenance instructions provided with this tool. Establish proper
safety procedures in accordance with local and national requirements to prevent accidental energizing
of tool that can cause injuries.
8. If this tool is sold or change in ownership takes place, you must provide the new owner all safety
instructions, notices and maintenance instructions you were originally provided. You can obtain
additional copies of the instructions from Kentmaster, free of charge upon request.
9. Give copies of instructions to: (A) Tool Operators
= Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
! CAUTION
= Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury, product or
property damage.
! NOTICE
= Important installation, operation or maintenance information.
Installation, adjustment repair and maintenance of this tool must be made by trained
! WARNING
and qualified personnel.
Always disconnect power supply from tool before:
! WARNING
(A) Installing or removing blade from tool.
(B) Making repairs or adjustments to the tool.
(C) performing maintenance or cleanup work.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
ONLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ARE TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE
! WARNING
AND SERVICE TO THIS TOOL.
THE COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MUST BE LARGE ENOUGH TO SUPPLY AN ADEQUATE VOLUME OF
CLEAN AND DRY COMPRESSED AIR TO THE TOOL.
1.MAKE ALL NECESSARY LINE CONNECTIONS TO THE TOOL.
2.AN AIR FILTER-REGULATOR-LUBRICATOR (PART NO. 7200030) MUST BE INSTALLED IN AIR SUPPLY FOR
EACH TOOL.
3.FILL LUBRICATOR WITH KENTMASTER AIR MIST OIL (PART NO. 7903050). SET DRIP RATE ACCORDING TO
INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED. TURN ADJUSTMENT ON SIGHT FEED DOME TO INCREASE/DECREASE OIL
DELIVERY. MONITOR THE DEVICE BEING LUBRICATED AND READJUST IF NEEDED.
4.TOOL REQUIRES GREASING AT START OF EACH SHIFT. GREASE FOUR (4) LOCATIONS USING KENTMASTER
GREASE GUN (PART NO. 4501470) AND GREASE (PART NO. 7903070).
5.TOOL REQUIRES 40 S.C.F.M. OF AIR @ 90 P.S.I. AIR PRESSURE.
6.FLUSH AIR MOTOR AT END OF EACH DAY’S USE BY SQUIRTING A FEW SQUIRTS OF KENTMASTER AIR OIL
MIST (PART 7903050) DIRECTLY INTO THE AIR INLET PORT. RUN TOOL A FEW SECONDS TO COAT AND
PROTECT THE AIR MOTOR AND INTERNAL PARTS OF TOOL
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7.A BALANCER IS REQUIRED FOR OPERATION AND USE OF THIS TOOL. WEIGHT OF TOOL MUST FALL WITHIN
WEIGHT RANGE OF BALANCER.
8.INSTALL BALANCER ABOVE WORK AREA. BALANCER MUST HAVE SUFFICIENT VERTICAL TRAVEL SO
OPERATOR CAN REACH ENTIRE WORK AREA WITH TOOL WITHOUT STRAIN.
9.ADJUST BALANCER ACCORDING TO THE OPERATOR'S PREFERENCE AND COMFORT.
WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THAT AN ADDITIONAL SAFETY CHAIN BE USED TO CHAIN
! WARNING
BALANCER TO OVERHEAD TROLLEY. THIS ADDITIONAL MEASURE OF SAFETY WILL
HELP REDUCE INJURIES.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ONLY TRAINED PERSONNEL ARE TO OPERATE THIS TOOL.
! WARNING
1.HOLD TOOL FIRMLY AT BOTH TRIGGER HANDLES. SQUEEZE TRIGGERS SIMULTANEOUSLY TO ACTIVATE
TOOL.
2.DO NOT EXERT EXCESSIVE PRESSURE. ALLOW TIME FOR THE TOOL TO CUT.
MAINTENANCE
ONLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ARE TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE
! WARNING
AND SERVICE TO THIS TOOL.
1.FOLLOW PROCEDURES NO. 3 TO 6 OF INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
BLADE REMOVAL AND CLEANING .
ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY FROM TOOL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
! WARNING
REMOVING BLADE FROM TOOL.
! WARNING
ALWAYS WEAR WIRE MESH GLOVES WHEN INSTALLING OR REMOVING BLADES FROM TOOL.
1. REMOVE COLLAR (ITEM NO. 1, FIG. NO. 1).
2. REMOVE BLADE (ITEM NO. 2, FIG. NO. 1).
3. CLEAN ALL PARTS REMOVED WITH SOAP AND WATER.
4. SHARPEN OR REPLACE BLADES WHEN NECESSARY.
5. REASSEMBLE IN REVERSE ORDER.
SERVICE
1. KEEP GOOD RECORDS OF ALL SERVICE ACTIVITY AND INCLUDE TOOL IN YOUR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM.
2. USE ONLY GENUINE KENTMASTER REPLACEMENT PARTS TO ASSURE PROPER PERFORMANCE OF TOOL.
3. CONTACT THE KENTMASTER SUPPLIER NEAREST YOU FOR PARTSAND CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION.
KENTMASTER MFG. CO., INC.1801 SOUTH MOUNTAIN AVE., MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA 91016UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
TELEPHONE: (818) 359-8888 FAX: (818) 303-5151
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INDEX
OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 2
SERVICE ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
PARTS BOOK ................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
NOTICE TO EMPLOYER AND PURCHASER OF TOOL ....................................................................................................... 18
GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
INDEX ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
FIGURES - INDEX ...................................................................................................................................................................... 21
FIGURES - INDEX
Figure 1 MODEL 77 – BLADE REPLACMENT..........................................................................................................................4
Figure 2 MODEL “77” – MAIN ASSEMBLY..............................................................................................................................5
Figure 3 BOM FOR MODEL “77”................................................................................................................................................6
Figure 4 GEAR-NOSE ASSEMBLY FOR 8”, 9” & 10” BLADE................................................................................................7
Figure 5 GEAR-NOSE ASSEMBLY FOR 11” & 12” BLADE....................................................................................................8
Figure 6 FRONT HANDLE WITH AIR SWITCH.......................................................................................................................9
Figure 7 FRONT HANDLE WITHOUT SWITCH.....................................................................................................................10
Figure 9 AIR MOTOR AND GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................11
Figure 10 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................................................11
Figure 11 AIR MOTOR ASSEMBLY..........................................................................................................................................12