Kobalt KWS B7-06 User Manual

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ITEM #0632868

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE

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Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer

service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.

AB15125B

7 IN. BOX

TILE SAW

MODEL #KWS B7-06

Français p. 30 Español p. 60

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Specications ......................................................................................................... 2

Package Contents ............................................................................................................... 3

Hardware Contents.............................................................................................................. 4

Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5

Preparation ........................................................................................................................ 10

Assembly Instructions........................................................................................................ 11

Operating Instructions ....................................................................................................... 20

Care and Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 27

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 28

Three-Year Warranty ........................................................................................................ 29

Replacement Parts List .................................................................................................... 29

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply 120 V, 60 Hz Motor 6.5 A

No Load Speed 3,450 RPM Blade 7 in. x 5/8 in. (arbor) Maximum Depth of Cut 1-1/4 in. Rip Capacity (tile size) 18 in. Diagonal Capacity (tile size) 12 in. Bevel Cut Range 0°, 22.5°, 45°

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

A Locking Lever Assembly 1 B Cord Storage 1 C Miter Gauge 1 D Rip Guide Rail 1 E Blade Guard Assembly 1

F Riving Knife 1 G Overow Drain 1 H Extension Table 1

I Max Water Fill Line 1

J Cutting Wheel 1

K Water Reservoir 1

PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

L Bevel Table

(preassembled to tile saw)

M Arbor Nut Wrench

(preassembled to tile saw)

N Arbor Wrench

(preassembled to tile saw)

O Water Level Indicator 1

P Rip Guide Scale 1 Q Switch 1 R Tile Saw 1

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HARDWARE CONTENTS

Qty. 1

Locking Knob Assembly for Blade Guard

Replacement Part #535113006

Lock Nut

Qty. 1

Washer

Qty. 1

Hex Bolt with Knob

Qty. 1

Blade Locking Assembly

Replacement Part #535113013

Riving Knife Assembly Replacement Part #535113007

Screw

(preassembled to

tile saw (R))

Qty. 2

(preassembled to

Fixing Plate

tile saw (R))

Qty. 1

Arbor Nut

(preassembled

to tile saw (R))

Qty. 1

Inner Washer

(preassembled to

tile saw (R))

Outer Washer

(preassembled to

tile saw (R))

Lever

Assembly Knob

Qty. 1

AAA Batteries

Qty. 2

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product.

This manual contains information that relates to PROTECTING PERSONAL SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. It is very important to read this manual carefully and understand it thoroughly before using the product. The symbols listed below are used to indicate this information.

DANGER

Potential hazard that will result in serious injury or loss of life.

WARNING

Hazard that could result in serious injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Potential hazard that may result in moderate injury or damage to equipment.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator and others working with the operator. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a permanent loss of vision, serious personal or even fatal injury, property damage and/or tool damage. Please take time to read and understand them. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your saw works.

WARNING

To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, DO NOT plug in the saw until you have read and understood the rules.

BEFORE USE

• For safe handling of this product, the user must have read and understood the instructions for use before using it for the rst time.

• Observe all safety instructions! If you DO NOT observe the safety instructions you will endanger

yourself and others.

• Keep all instructions for use and safety instructions for future reference.

• Attach the instructions for use, if you pass on the product to someone else.

• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

• All parts of the product, safety devices in particular, must be correctly installed to ensure faultless

operation.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

OPERATION/WORKPLACE

• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and

adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

• DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• USE THE RIGHT TOOL. DO NOT force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in the Off position

before plugging in.

• DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a cutting disc against the direction of rotation of the blade or

cutter only.

• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. DO NOT leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

• The product may be used only when in good working condition. If the product or part of the product is defective, have it repaired by an expert.

• ALWAYS follow the applicable national and international safety, health and labor regulations.

• The product may only be used if no defects are found during the inspection. Ensure that any

defective parts are replaced before the product is used again.

• Position the product horizontally on a rigid, even surface with adequate load-bearing capacity.

• DO NOT leave any tools, objects, or cables lying in the working range of the device.

• Ensure that there is sufcient lighting during operation.

• Assume a natural and secure stance when working.

• Make sure that during operation, no body parts or clothing are caught and drawn in by rotating

components.

• The immediate environment must be free of combustible and other ammable or explosive

substances.

• Young people under 18 years of age and users who are not sufciently familiar with its operation

must not use the product.

• Persons unable to safely and carefully use the tool for physical, psychological, and neural reasons

must not use the product.

• Work with caution and only if you are physically t. Working under the effects of fatigue, illness, alcohol, medication and drugs is irresponsible, as you are unable to use the product safely.

SERVICE

• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing or when changing accessories, such as cutting discs.

• Have your electrical tool repaired only by qualied technicians, using only genuine spare parts. This

will maintain the safety of the electrical tool.

• DO NOT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use power tools in damp or wet

locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.

• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is

damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

• Only the maintenance work and troubleshooting activities described in these instructions may be

carried out. All other work must be carried out by an expert.

• Conversions, unauthorized modications, and the use of non-approved parts are prohibited.

PRODUCT-SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

• Make sure that you ALWAYS stand to the side of the cutting disc.

• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other

jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended

accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

• Use only cutting discs that are suitable for the product.

• Only use cutting discs in good working condition. Remove damaged or worn cutting discs

immediately.

• NEVER use segmented cutting discs.

• Faults in the machine, including guards or diamond discs, should be reported as soon as they are

discovered. NEVER use the machine without the guard in position.

• DO NOT twist or bend workpieces.

• NEVER cut several workpieces simultaneously. DO NOT cut bundles made of several individual pieces. A workpiece can get caught in the cutting disc and y out of control.

• NEVER cut workpieces on which there are ropes, cords, bands, cables, or wires containing such

materials.

• Make regular checks to ensure that the cutting disc is correctly fastened.

• Make sure that during the cutting operation, an adequate quantity of cooling water reaches the

cutting surfaces of the disc at all times.

• NEVER cut wood or metal with this saw.

• ALWAYS maintain sufcient distance from the cutting disc. Switch off the product and wait until the

cutting disc stops before removing workpieces, residual material, etc., from the work area.

• ALWAYS pull out the main plug (disconnect the product from its power supply) before commencing work on the product.

• A cutting disc can cause injuries, even when stationary! Use protective gloves to change the cutting

disc.

• NEVER use lateral counter pressure to bring the cutting disc to a standstill after switching off the drive.

• Replace table insert when worn.

• Use only diamond discs recommended by the manufacturer.

• NEVER use blades on this machine.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• Use only diamond discs for which the maximum possible speed is not less than the maximum

spindle speed of the tool and the material to be cut.

• Maximum size of working piece should be 10 sq. ft. (1 m2).

• This tile saw should only be used at temperatures between 59°F - 80°F.

• USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When

using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating. Next page shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

• ALWAYS store the product in a dry place.

• Store the product in a frost-free place.

• Protect the product from damage during transport.

• Keep the product away from children. Store the product in a place where it is safe from children and

unauthorized persons.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used properly and in compliance with all the safety precautions in these instructions for use, the following residual risks can arise:

• Touching the cutting disc in the exposed area.

• Reaching into the spinning cutting disc.

• Rebound from workpieces and workpiece parts.

• Cutting disc breaks.

• Faulty cutting disc diamond attachment being ung out.

• Hearing damage through failure to wear the requisite hearing protection.

WARNING

For your own safety, read instruction manual before operating saw.

• Wear eye protection.

• Use splash 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.

• Replace damaged cutting wheel before operating.

• DO NOT ll water tank above water ll line.

WARNING

The tool is loud and the sound can cause hearing damage. ALWAYS wear ear protection to help prevent hearing damage and loss. Failure to comply may result in moderate injury.

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this

product.

 •USESAFETYGOGGLESANDEARPROTECTION.  •ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH CUL REQUIREMENTS.

FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

USE DUST MASK

Some dust created by sawing contains chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals come from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. To reduce exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area with

approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to lter out microscopic

particles.

POSITION OF TILE SAW

• 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 the part of the cord below the level of the receptacle, or the connector if an extension cord is used, to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming into contact with the receptacle.

• 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.

Drip loop

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

CAUTION

In all cases, verify that the outlet in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a licensed electrician check the outlet.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of

Grounded outlet box

electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT modify the plug provided. If it will not t the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.

Grounding pin

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with a green outer surface, with or without yellow stripes, is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect the

equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualied electrician or service

technician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only three-wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug, as shown. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure to use an extension cord that is heavy enough to carry

the current required by the tool. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating of the tool.

• Use the extension cord only for intended purpose. DO NOT pull the extension cord to remove it from the power socket.

Recommended size for extension cords

Amperage Rating of the Tool

(120 V Circuit Only)

25' (7.6 m) 50' (15.2 m) 100' (30.5 m) 150' (45.7 m)

Total Length of the Extension Cord

MORE THAN NOT MORE THAN MINIMUM GAUGE FOR THE EXTENSION CORD (AWG)

0 6 18 16 16 14

6 10 18 16 14 12 10 12 16 16 14 12 12 16 14 12 Not recommended

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PREPARATION

Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.

Tools Required for Assembly (not included): 8mm wrench, Phillips screwdriver

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

• Carefully lift the saw from the carton and place on a level work surface.

WARNING

• DO NOT use this product if any parts in the Package Contents and Hardware Contents lists are pre-

assembled to your product when you unpack it (apart from those specied as being pre-assembled).

Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

1. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

2. DO NOT discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and operated

the tool.

3. The saw is factory set for accurate cutting. After assembling it, check for accuracy.

4. If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258) for assistance.

WARNING

• If any parts are damaged or missing, DO NOT operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Use of

this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

• DO NOT attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool.

Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to

possible serious personal injury.

• DO NOT connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in

accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

MOUNTING HOLES

This tile saw can be mounted to an optional stand (Item #0544098, sold separately at www.lowes. com). This stand can be shared with the Kobalt 7 in. sliding saw (Item #0632871, sold separately).

1. The tile saw (R) can also be mounted to a rm supporting surface such as a workbench. Four bolt

holes have been provided in the saw’s base for this purpose. Each of the four mounting holes should be bolted securely using M6 socket bolts, lock washers,

and nuts (not included). Bolts should be of sufcient

length to accommodate the saw base, lock washers, hex nuts and the thickness of the workbench. Tighten all four bolts securely.

Carefully check the workbench after mounting to make sure that no movement can occur during use. If any tipping, sliding, or walking is noted, secure the

workbench to the oor before operating.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Tile Cutting Wheel

For maximum performance and safety, it is recommended that you use the 7 in. cutting wheel provided with your saw. Additional cutting wheels are sold separately.

WARNING

• DO NOT use cutting wheels rated less than the no load speed of this tool. Failure to heed this

warning could result in personal injury. DO NOT use a wheel with cracks, gaps, or teeth.

Installing the Tile Cutting Wheel

WARNING

• A 7 in. tile cutting wheel is the maximum wheel capacity of the saw. NEVER use a wheel that is

too thick to allow wheel washer to engage with the ats on the spindle. Larger wheels will come

in contact with the splash guard, while thicker wheels will prevent the wheel bolt from securing the wheel on the spindle. Either of these situations could result in serious accident and can cause serious personal injury.

1. Unplug saw and remove bevel table (L).

2. Place arbor nut wrench (M) on arbor nut (FF), then slide arbor wrench (N) onto arbor.

3. Holding arbor wrench (N) rmly to prevent the wheel

from moving, loosen arbor nut (FF) in a counterclockwise direction with arbor nut wrench (M).

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4. Remove arbor nut (FF) and outer washer (HH), leaving the inner washer on the arbor.

WARNING

•ALWAYS install the inner wheel washer before placing

wheel on arbor. Failure to do so could cause an accident since the wheel will not tighten properly. NEVER use wheels that have openings, grooves, or teeth on this tool.

5. Place cutting wheel (J) onto arbor with arrows on wheel going in the counterclockwise direction.

6. Replace outer washer (HH). The double “D” ats on washers align with ats on arbor. Replace arbor nut (FF) on arbor. Make sure at side of arbor nut

touches outer washer (HH).

7. Using arbor nut wrench (M) and arbor wrench (N), tighten arbor nut securely.

FlatsFlats

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Installing Blade Guard Assembly

1. Loosen and remove screws (DD) and xing plate

(EE) with a Phillips screwdriver (not included).

2. Place riving knife (F) onto the mounting area on

table. Reinstall screws (DD) through xing plate

(EE) and table and into riving knife (F).

3. To maximize cut quality, align riving knife (F) with the cutting wheel (J). Tighten screws (DD).

Note: Rip guide rail (D) can be used as alignment tool if needed.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4. Slide blade guard assembly (E) over riving knife (F)

and align holes in blade guard assembly (E) with slot in the riving knife (F).

5. Place lock nut (AA) onto hollow hex-shaped area on

blade guard assembly (E) and hold in place.

6. Thread hex bolt with knob (CC) through

washer (BB), blade guard assembly (E) and riving knife (F). Tighten to the desired height.

Note: ALWAYS adjust the blade guard horizontally to the table and slightly above tile thickness. Blade guard should not touch the tile.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Installing the Laser Batteries

1. On top of blade guard assembly (E), pull cover of battery compartment in direction of arrow molded into the battery cover to remove.

2. Place two AAA batteries (JJ) into battery compartment. Take care to insert batteries with the correct polarity as indicated inside battery compartment. Replace the cover.

Adjusting the Alignment of the Laser

1. Turn on laser by pressing button on blade guard

assembly (E). Rotate the knob on the right of blade guard assembly (E) until laser beam aligns with 0 scale. Press button again to turn off the laser.

0 Scale

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Installing the Extension Table

1. Align two supporting rod pins with two mounting

holes on tile saw (R) and insert until the extension table (H) hangs on edges of main worktable. Rotate knob clockwise to lock extension table (H) in place.

Note: Following the same procedure, extension table could be also be mounted on the left or right side of main worktable.

Installing the Rip Guide

1. Place lever assembly knob (II) in slot of locking lever assembly (A).

Note: The lever assembly knob (II) can be installed on either side of the lever assembly (A) depending on if the rip guide rail (D) will be used on the left or right side of the cutting wheel (J). The lever

assembly knob (II) must be installed opposite of at

side of rip guide rail (D).

2. Align rectangle nut on locking lever assembly (A)

with the slot on rip guide rail (D).

Note: If rectangle nut interferes with the end of guide rail, rotate hex nut to another position.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3. Slide locking level assembly (A) until the end of

rip guide rail (D) is ush with the machining area

on locking lever assembly. Rotate locking level assembly knob clockwise to lock in place.

Note: The position of locking level assembly knob can be adjusted by pulling out assembly knob, rotating to desired position, then pushing back into position.

4. Place front of rip guide rail (D) on front rail of tile saw (R). Lower back of rip guide rail (D) to tile saw (R).

5. Use rip guide scale (P), located on front of table, to set rip guide to desired width of cut. Push locking lever down to secure to saw table.

Note: When securely locked, locking lever should point downward.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Installing the Miter Guide

1. Align groove under miter gauge (C) with grooves

in top of the rip guide rail (D). Push miter guide onto rip guide to desired operating position.

Note: Slide miter guide off rip guide to remove.

InstallingtheOverowDrain

1. Remove bevel table (L).

2. Firmly push overow drain (G) into the hole in

the bottom of the water reservoir (K).

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• DO NOT allow familiarity with the tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of

a second is sufcient to inict serious injury.

• ALWAYS wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so

could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.

• DO NOT use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool.

The u se of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the purpose listed below:

• Straight line cutting operations such as cross cutting, mitering, ripping, and beveling.

Note: This saw is designed to cut man-made tile, pavers, and stone tile products only.

ON/OFF SWITCH

This saw is equipped with a switch that has a

built-in locking feature. This feature is intended to prevent unauthorized and possible hazardous use by children and others.

ToTurntheSawOn

With the switch key inserted into the switch, lift the switch to turn ON (I).

ToTurntheSawOff

Press the switch down to turn OFF (O).

ToLocktheSaw

With the saw turned OFF, remove the safety key from the switch. Store the key in a safe place.

WARNING

• In the event of a power failure or when the tool is not

in use, turn the switch OFF. This action will prevent the tool from accidentally starting when power returns.

• ALWAYS make sure your workpiece is not in contact

with the cutting wheel before operating the switch to start the tool. Failure to heed this warning may cause the workpiece to be kicked back toward the operator and result in serious personal injury.

• To reduce the risk of accidental starting, ALWAYS make

sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging tool into the power source.

OFFOFFONON

LOCKEDLOCKED

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FILLING THE RESERVOIR WATER

1. Fill the water reservoir with clean tap water to the

max ll line.

Note: The overow drain prevents overlling.

TO CHANGE RESERVOIR WATER

1. Unplug the saw.

2. Remove the overow drain and empty waste water

into a bucket. DO NOT allow the water to splash onto the ground or around the machine.

3. Rinse the machine thoroughly.

Note: Make sure there is no debris inside the water level component compartment.

4. Discard the waste water in accordance with local regulations.

5. Replace with clean water.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE RIP GUIDE

The rip guide can be used on either the left or the right

side of the cutting wheel. The at side of the rip guide

must ALWAYS be facing the cutting wheel. The locking lever assembly can be repositioned for either side of the rip guide. Refer to the Rip Guide Installation section on page 17 if necessary.

• Place the rip guide rail (D) in the desired position using the rip guide scale (P) located on front of the saw table.

• To reposition the rip guide, refer to the Rip Guide Installation section.

The rip guide rail (D) can be adjusted forward and securely locked for maximum support on large tile.

USING THE MITER GAUGE

To adjust angles:

• Attach the miter gauge (C) to the rip guide.

• Loosen the lock knob and move the miter gauge to

the desired position.

• Securely tighten the lock knob.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MAKING CUTS

• ALWAYS draw the line to be cut on the tile using a marker or grease pencil. If the tile is shiny and hard-to-mark, place masking tape on the tile and mark the tape.

• A common problem when cutting tile is straying from the marked line. Once you’ve strayed from the

mark, you can not force the wheel back to the line by twisting the tile. Instead, back up and recut the tile slicing off a small amount of tile until the wheel is back on track.

• To avoid this problem, use the rip guide when making cross cuts, the miter gauge for miter cuts and

the bevel table for making bevel cuts, whenever possible.

• Another problem is cutting difcult material. To prevent chipping of the material at the end of the cut: rst cut 1-1/2 in. of the material, then turn off the saw; ip the material around 180° and make the

cut.

• Clean the saw blade, rip and miter guides, and bevel table frequently during use. Debris from the cut

material can interfere with the function of the tool.

MAKING A CROSS CUT

Cross cuts are straight 90° cuts. The material is fed into the saw at a 90° angle to the wheel.

• Using a marker or grease pencil, mark the area to be cut on material.

• Remove the miter gauge.

• Position the rip guide (D) the desired distance from the

wheel for the cut and securely lock the lever.

• Place the material on the table, rmly against the rip guide.

• Make sure the material is clear of the cutting wheel before turning on the saw.

• Turn the on/off switch to the ON position.

• Let the cutting wheel build up to full speed and wait

for the wheel to get wet before moving the material into the wheel.

• Hold the material rmly against the rip guide (D) and feed the material into the cutting wheel. When the cut is made, turn the saw OFF. Wait for the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the material.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MAKING A 45° DIAGONAL CUT

45° Diagonal cuts are also referred to as “long point-to-long point cuts”.

• Using a marker or grease pencil, mark the area to be

cut on material.

• Install the miter gauge (C).

• Adjust miter gauge to 45° using angle scale and

tighten securely with lock knob.

• Position the rip guide rail (D) the desired distance from the wheel for the cut and securely lock the lever.

• Place the material on the table and rmly against the rip guide.

• Make sure the material is clear of the cutting wheel

before turning on the saw.

• Turn the on/off switch to the ON position.

• Let the cutting wheel build up to full speed and wait for

the wheel to get wet before moving the material into the wheel.

• Hold the material rmly against the miter guide and slide miter guide along rip guide. Feed the

material into the cutting wheel.

• When the cut is made, turn the saw OFF. Wait for the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop

before removing any part of the material.

TO MAKE A MITER CUT

Miter cuts are used for cutting outside and inside corners on material, decorative chair rail, and base moulding with the material at any angle to the wheel

other than 90°. Miter cuts tend to “creep” during cutting. This can be controlled by holding the workpiece securely against the miter guide.

• Using a marker or grease pencil, mark the area to be cut on material.

• Install the miter gauge (C).

• Position the rip guide rail (D) the desired distance from

the wheel for the cut and securely lock the lever.

• Set the miter guide to desired angle using the miter guide scale, and tighten securely with lock knob.

• Place the material on the table and rmly against the rip guide.

• Make sure the material is clear of the cutting wheel before turning on the saw.

• Turn the on/off switch to the ON position.

• Let the cutting wheel build up to full speed and wait for the wheel to get wet before moving the

material into the wheel.

• Hold the material rmly against the miter guide and slide miter guide along rip guide. Feed the

material into the cutting wheel.

• When the cut is made, turn the saw OFF. Wait for the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop

before removing any part of the material.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO MAKE AN L-CUT

L-cuts are cuts that remove a piece of tile to t in a corner, around a cabinet, or a piece of moulding and are made by making two separate cuts.

Note: Only overcut on the bottom or underneath side of the material being cut.

• Using a marker or grease pencil, mark the area to be cut on material.

• Remove the miter gauge.

• Position the rip guide rail (D) the desired distance from

the wheel for the cut and securely lock the lever.

• Place the material on the table, rmly against the rip guide.

• Make sure the material is clear of the cutting wheel before turning on the saw.

• Turn the on/off switch to the ON position.

• Let the cutting wheel build up to full speed and wait

for the wheel to get wet before moving the material into the wheel.

• Hold the material rmly against the rip guide and feed

the material into the cutting wheel.

• Make the cut far enough into the material without over-cutting.

• When the cut is made, turn the saw OFF. Wait for

the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the material.

• Turn the material, adjust the rip guide, and make the

second cut along one of the marks. This time overcut the other line and the cut piece should separate from the rest of the material.

• When the second cut is made, turn the saw OFF.

Wait for the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the material.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO MAKE BEVEL CUT

Beveled 22.5° and 45° cuts can be made using the bevel table.

• Using a marker or grease pencil, mark the area to be cut on material.

• Remove the rip guide.

• Tilt the bevel table (L).

• On underside of the bevel table, pull down the table

legs into right angles of the plate.

–Use rst notches in legs to rest plate into 22.5° angle.

– Use second set of notches to angle bevel table into

highest 45° angle.

Note: Make sure bevel table is locked rmly in place

before beginning cut.

• Turn the on/off switch to the ON position

• Let the cutting wheel build up to full speed and wait

for the wheel to get wet before moving the material into the wheel.

• Hold the material rmly against the bevel table and

feed the material into the cutting wheel.

• When the cut is made, turn the saw OFF. Wait for

the cutting wheel to come to a complete stop before removing any part of the material.

ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING

Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF position. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

TO ADJUST CAM ON LOCKING LEVER ASSEMBLY

Over time the rip guide may become loose. If the rip guide does not lock securely to the saw table, adjustment may be required.

• Unplug the saw.

• Remove the locking lever assembly from the rip guide.

• Using a 8mm hexagonal open end wrench (not

included), loosen the nut securing the cam to the lever assembly.

• Pull the cam out slightly and rotate the cam one tooth,

then align the teeth in the cam with the slots in the side of the locking lever.

• Reinstall the nut and tighten securely.

Note: If the rip guide is still loose, repeat the above steps as needed.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING

• When servicing, use only identical Kobalt replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a

hazard or cause product damage.

• ALWAYS wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI 787.I during product operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

• DO NOT at any time let brake uids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come

in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufcient amount of high grade lubricant for the life

of the unit under normal operating conditions.

CLEANING THE RIP AND MITER GUIDES

During use, the rip and miter guides will become dirty preventing the guides from sliding smoothly. It is important to clean the saw often.

CLEANING THE SAW

• Unplug the saw.

• Remove the guides and bevel table from the saw.

• Using a small brush and/or water, clean each piece thoroughly removing any trapped debris.

• Remove the overow drain and empty waste water into a bucket. DO NOT allow the water to splash.

onto the ground or around the machine.

• Rinse the machine thoroughly.

• Discard the waste water in accordance with local regulations.

• Replace the drain plug. Tighten securely.

• Dry off the tool.

• Never use water or any other chemical liquids to clean the electrical parts of the machine.

• Keep the ventilation slots clean to prevent overheating of the motor.

• Use a damp soft cloth to clean the water and dust off the tile saw.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258).

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

Motor not running. No power. 1. Check cable, plug, socket, and fuse.

Motor runs, cutting disk remains still.

It is difcult to cut

materials.

Cutting wheel runs irregularly/vibrates.

Cutting wheel is discolored.

Laser line projection is hard to see.

Laser line is not projecting.

Arbor nut loose. 1. Check the inner washer and outer

washer are seated correctly and then tighten the arbor nut if necessary.

Tile cutting wheel is dull. 1. Replace the cutting wheel.

1. Cutting wheel warped.

2. Cutting wheel tted incorrectly.

1. Insufcient cooling water.

2. Lateral friction caused by runout.

1. Replace the cutting wheel.

2. Fit the cutting wheel correctly.

1. Fill the basin with sufcient water.

2. Guide workpiece through cutting wheel more slowly.

1. Light in work area is too bright.

2. Batteries are depleted.

3. Dust or water is on the cover of aperture.

1. Laser switch is in the "off" position.

2. Batteries are depleted.

1. Turn down the environment light.

2. Replace the batteries.

3. Clean the dust or water on the cover at the aperture.

1. Check that the laser switch is in the "on" position.

2. Replace the batteries.

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THREE-YEAR WARRANTY

This tile saw is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for three (3) years subject to the warranty coverage described herein.

This tile saw is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If you believe that

the tile saw is defective at any time during the specied warranty period, simply return the tile saw to

the place of purchase for a free replacement or refund or call 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258) for warranty services.

This warranty is void if: defects in materials or workmanship or damages result from repairs or alterations which have been made or attempted by others or the unauthorized use of nonconforming parts; the damage is due to normal wear, damage is due to abuse (including overloading of the tool beyond capacity), improper maintenance, neglect or accident; or the damage is due to the use of the tool after partial failure or use of improper accessories or unauthorized repair or alteration.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state

to state.

For questions, warranty claims, and/or warranty replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258).

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.

PART DESCRIPTION PART #

Locking lever assembly 632868001

Miter gauge 632868004

Rip guide rail 632868002

Blade guard 632868005

Overow drain 632868012

Arbor nut wrench 632868009

Arbor wrench 632868010

N S

T U V

Locking knob assembly for blade guard

Riving knife assembly 632868007 Switch key 632868008 Bevel Table legs

assembly Blade Locking Assembly 632868013 Lever assembly knob 632868003

632868006

632868011

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