Stone SAW DEVIL CS1, SAW DEVIL CS2, SAW DEVIL CSP3 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR MANUAL

MODELS: CS1, CS2, CSP3

SAW DEVIL®

Concrete Saw Models

A 100% employee-owned American manufacturer

Revision: B 02/2002 P/N 56427

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................... 3-4

USER INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 5-6

Foreword ................................................................................................................................ 5

Service Information ................................................................................................................6

HEALTH & SAFETY ........................................................................................................ 7-9

Safety Training ....................................................................................................................... 7

Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................................8-9

TECHNICAL DATA ...................................................................................................... 10-15

Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 10

Machine Sound and Vibration Measurements ..................................................................... 11

Service Check List ............................................................................................................... 12

Hardware Identification ....................................................................................................... 13

Torque Chart - Imperial ........................................................................................................14

Torque Chart - Metric...........................................................................................................15

Concrete Saws

OPERATIONS................................................................................................................ 16-20

Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 16

Determining the Right Machine ........................................................................................... 16

Operating Principle .............................................................................................................. 17

Delivery Checks ................................................................................................................... 17

Installing Blade .................................................................................................................... 17

Types of Cutting ................................................................................................................... 17

Before Starting ..................................................................................................................... 18

Cold Start.............................................................................................................................. 18

Hot Start ............................................................................................................................... 18

To Start Sawing .................................................................................................................... 18

Cutting .................................................................................................................................. 19

Belts & Pulleys ..................................................................................................................... 19

Dry Cutting ........................................................................................................................... 20

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Table of Contents

MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... 21-26

Important .............................................................................................................................. 21

Electrical Power Supply Connection ................................................................................... 22

CS2 Electrical System .......................................................................................................... 23

CSP3 Electrical System........................................................................................................ 24

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 25-26

LUBRICATION ............................................................................................................. 27-28

Lubrication and Service ....................................................................................................... 27

Service Record Chart ........................................................................................................... 28

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 ................................................................................... IBC

Concrete Saws

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User Information

These instructions include:

Safety regulations
Operating instructions
Maintenance instructions

These instructions have been prepared for
operation on the construction site and for
the maintenance engineer.

Foreword

1. Machine Type: ______________________________

Machine S/N: _______________________________

2. Engine Type: _______________________________

Engine S/N: ________________________________

3. VIN: ______________________________________

These instructions are intended to simplify
operation of the machine and to avoid
malfunctions through improper operation.

Observing the maintenance instructions will
increase the reliability and service life of the
machine when used on the construction
site and reduce repair costs and
downtimes.

Always keep these instructions at the place
of use of the machine.

Only operate the machine as instructed.

Observe the safety regulations as well as
the guidelines of the civil engineering trade
association. Observe the safety rules for the
operation and the pertinent regulations for
the prevention of accidents.

Stone Construction Equipment, Inc. is not
liable for the function of the machine when
used in an improper manner or for other
than the intended purpose.

4. Purchase Date: ______________________________

5. Dealer/Distributor Information:

Name: _____________________________________

Address: ___________________________________

__________________________________________

Phone #: ___________________________________

Fax #: _____________________________________

6. Battery
Manufacturer: ______________________________

Battery Type: _______________________________

Battery S/N: ________________________________

Location of above information:

1. Information on S/N tag.

2. Information on engine tag.

Operating errors, improper maintenance
and the use of incorrect operating
materials are not covered by the warranty.

The above information does not extend the
warranty and liability conditions of business
of Stone Construction Equipment, Inc.

Stone Construction Equipment, Inc.

P.O. Box 150, Honeoye, New York 14471

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

3. Information on S/N tag - if applicable.

4. Date you purchased machine.

5. Dealer machine was purchased from.

6. Information on battery and battery warranty

card.

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L i m i t e d W a r r a n t y

The Manufacturer warrants that products manufactured shall be free from defects in material and
workmanship that develop under normal use for a period of 90 days for concrete vibrators and electric
pumps, one year for Rhino®, Bulldog®, Wolfpac Rollers, trowels, Stompers®, saws, forward plates,
engine powered pumps, and 6 months for all other products from the date of shipment. The foregoing
shall be the exclusive remedy of the buyer and the exclusive liability of the Manufacturer. Our warranty
excludes normal replaceable wear items, i.e. gaskets, wear plates, seals, O-rings, V-belts, drive chains,
clutches, etc. Any equipment, part or product which is furnished by the Manufacturer but manufactured by
another, bears only the warranty given by such other manufacturer . (The Manufacturer extends the warranty
period to “Lifetime” for the drum bearings and seals for the mortar mixers, and agrees to furnish, free of
charge, the bearings and seals only upon receipt of the defective parts. The warranty is two years for
eccentric bearings on the forward plate compactors, mortar and plaster mixer drums, trowel gearboxes
and five years on the Bulldog trench roller eccentric bearings.) A Warranty Evaluation Form must accompany
all defective parts. Warranty is voided by product abuse, alterations, and use of equipment in applications
for which it was not intended, use of non-manufacturer parts, or failure to follow documented service
instructions. The foregoing warranty is exclusive of all other warranties whether written or oral, expressed
or implied. No warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose shall apply. The agents,
dealer and employees of Manufacturer are not authorized to make modification to this warranty , or additional
warranties binding on Manufacturer. Therefore, additional statements, whether oral or written, do not
constitute warranty and should not be relied upon.

The Manufacturer’s sole responsibility for any breach of the foregoing provision of this contract, with respect
to any product or part not conforming to the Warranty or the description herein contained, is at its option (a)
to repair, replace or refund such product or parts upon the prepaid return thereof to location designated
specifically by the Manufacturer. Product returns not shipped prepaid or on an economical transportation
basis will be refused (b) as an alternative to the foregoing modes of settlement - the Manufacturer’s dealer
to repair defective units with reimbursement for expenses, except labor, and be reviewed with the
Manufacturer prior to repair. A Warranty Evaluation Form must accompany all warranty claims.

Except as set forth hereinabove and without limitation of the above, there are no warranties or other
affirmations which extends beyond the description of the products and the fact hereof, or as to operational
efficiency, product reliability or maintainability or compatibility with products furnished by others. In no
event whether as a result of breach of contract or warranty or alleged negligence, shall the Manufacturer
be liable for special or consequential damages including but not limited to: Loss of profits or revenues, loss
of use of the product or any associated product, cost of capital, cost of substitute products, facilities or
services or claims of customers.

No claim will be allowed for products lost or damaged in transit. Such claims should be filed with the carrier
within fifteen days.

Effective April 1, 1998.

Bred Tough, Born To Work. The

Way It Ought To Be.

Stone Construction Equipment, Inc.

32 East Main Street, P. O. Box 150
Honeoye, NY 14471-0150

Phone: [phone]  1-716-229-5141
Fax: [phone]

www.stone-equip.com  e-mail: [e-mail]

4/98 P/N 51018

Health and Safety

SAFETY

These machines are designed to carry out the func­tion of flat sawing material of the non-cohesive, bitu­minous and granular varieties.

Safety Training

If used correctly they will provide an effective and
safe means of flat sawing and meet the appropriate
performance standards.

It is essential that the operator/driver of the machine
is adequately trained in its safe operation, be autho­rized to operate it, and have sufficient knowledge of
the machine to ensure that it is in full working order,
before being put to use.

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Health and Safety

Safety Precautions

Before using this equipment, study this entire
manual to become familiar with its operation. Do
not allow untrained or unauthorized personnel,
especially children, to operate this equipment.
Use only factory authorized parts for service.

This notation appears before warnings in the text. It means that the
step which follows must be carried out to avoid the possibility of
personal injury or death. These warnings are intended to help the
technician avoid any potential hazards encountered in the normal
service procedures. We strongly recommend that the reader takes
advantage of the information provided to prevent personal injury or
injury to others.

USE COMMON SENSE WHEN HANDLING FUELS

Transport and handle fuel only when contained in approved safety
container.

When warning decals are destroyed or missing,
contact the Manufacturer immediately at 1-800­888-9926 for replacement. For the safety of your­self and others, it is imperative that the following
rules are observed. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury or death.

Do not smoke when refueling or during any other fuel handling opera­tion.

Do not refuel while the engine is running or while it is still hot.
If fuel is spilled during refueling, wipe it off from the engine immediately

and discard the rag in a safe place.
Do not operate the equipment if fuel or oil leaks exist - repair immedi-

ately.
Never operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere.

Ear protection required when operating this equipment.

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Health and Safety

Avoid contact with hot exhaust systems and engines.
Allow engine to cool before performing any repairs.

Never operate unit in a poorly ventilated or enclosed area.
Avoid prolonged breathing of exhaust gases.

Safety Precautions

Eye protection required when operating this equipment.

Head protection required when operating this equipment.

Never operate this equipment without all guards in place.

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Specifications Concr ete/

Technical Data

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12", 14" (30,5 / 35,6)

3 5/8" w/ 12" blade (9,2)
4 5/8" w/ 14" blade (11,7)

9 hp Robin (6,7)
8 hp Honda (5,9)
11 hp Honda (8,2)

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3200 rpm (53)

Dry Element

CS1

Pavement Saws

CS2

310 lbs (141)

47.3" x 26.6" x 36.75" (120,1 x 67,6 x 93,3)

12", 14", 16", 18" (30,5 / 35,6 / 40,6 /45,7)

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4 5/8" w/ 14" blade (11,7)
5 5/8" w/ 16" blade (14,3)
6 5/8" w/ 18" blade (16,8)

9 hp Briggs & Stratton Vang. (6,7)
11 hp Honda (8,2)
13 hp Honda (9,7)
*16 hp Briggs & Stratton Vang. (11,9)
5 hp Electric (3,7)

* electric start

Dry Element

Cyclone Air Cleaner (11-13 Honda)

3200 rpm (53)

CSP3

475 lbs (216)

54" x 26.75" x 37" (137,2 x 68 x 94)

12," 14", 16", 18", 20" (30,5 / 35,6 / 40,6
/ 45,7 / 50,8)

3 5/8" w/ 12" blade (9,2)
4 5/8" w/ 14" blade (11,7)
5 5/8" w/ 16" blade (14,3)
6 5/8" w/ 18" blade (16,8)
7 5/8" w/ 20" blade (19,4)

13 hp Honda (9,7)
*16 hp Briggs & Stratton (11,9)

Vanguard
*18 Honda Twin (13,4)
*20 Honda Twin (14,9)

* electric start

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18" blade

Cyclone Air Cleaner (13 Honda)

Remote Cyclone (20 & 18 Honda)

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‡ Use Imperial measured components only (avilable from manufacturer)

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Push

Corrosion Resistant, Dual Spray

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8" R / 4" F (20,3 R/10,2 F)

Greasable pillow block
sealed 1" (25,4)

1" R/L (25,4)

Front cutting guide

14" blade guard

5 or 8 gal. polyethylene water tanks

1.7 gal. (6,4)

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8" R / 4" F (20,3 R / 10,2 F)

Greasable pillow block
sealed 1 1/4" (31,8)

1" R/L (25,4)

Lift eye, 4" wheeled front cutting guide, rear

cutting guide, adjustable handles, depth gauge,

14" or 16" blade guard

5 or 8 gal. polyethelene water tanks

2 gals (7,6)

Hydrostatic

Corrosion Resistant, Dual Spray

90 ft/min (27,7 m/min)

3/4" (19,1)

8" R / 4" F (20,3 R / 10,2 F)

Greasable pillow block
sealed 1 1/4" (31,8)

1" R/L (25,4)

Lift eye, 4" wheeled front cutting guide,

rear cutting guide, adjustable handles,

depth gauge, Triple V-belt,

14",16" or 18" blade guard

Pressurized Water pump (except on 13

Honda) 3-5 gal/min. (11-19 l/min)

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Member Masonry and Concrete Saw Manufacturers Institute and the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association.

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Technical Data

Sound Pressure Values as measured are per the following:

Machine Sound and Vibration

Measurements

Model/Configuration

CS1

8 HP Honda

w/14 in blade

at operator’s ear

RMS acceleration on the handle were measured per the following:

meter/sec

Sound and vibration values have been taken in accordance to the EEC machine
regulation (edition 93/68/EEC)

Sound Pressure measurements were taken with Simpson model 886-2 type 2 meter,
calibrated 2/21/97

Acceleration measurements were taken with Quest Tech model VI-100 meter, calibrated
4/17/96

Sound and vibration measurements were obtained with machine operating at maximum
engine speed of 3200 RPM.

Units had blades mounted and measurements were taken out of cuts.

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88dBA 93dBA 91dBA

13.16 23.4 18.0

CS2

11 HP Honda

w/14 in blade

CSP3

18 HP Honda

w/20 in blade

document in cs_rev e_2000.p65

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Technical Data

Service Check List

ALL SAWS

All saws set RPM at 3200 +/- 50 (no load).

Check blade clamp hub face run-out with

indicator and magnetic chuck. Run-out not

to exceed .015.

Check belt tension.

Belt deflection = .19 inches at 4.2 lbs. for

used belt and 6.2 lbs for new belt.

Grease all pillow blocks.

Apply never-seize to acme screws.

CS2

Make sure kill switch is functional while

running.

CSP3

Run transmission with shifter making sure

neutral correlates with neutral at shifter.

(Adjust at clevis and/or at cable bracket

on transmission mount).

Set drive axle load springs at 2.38 +/- .06

inches when axle is in run position.

While engine is running, check wet/dry

switch for function. (Dry should run—wet

should kill engine).

Check water pump switch for function.

Check engage/disengage lever. Drive
axle to have .13 minimum clearance to

wheel when disengaged.

For longest service life, use any SAE 20W20

in transmission.

CS2 / CSP3

Check depth gauge making sure knob turns

when lift crank is run up and down.

Check choke and throttle action.

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Technical Data

Hardware Identification

VR005A

ZN = ZINC PLATED

BLK = BLACK OXIDE FINISH

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Technical Data

Torque Chart - Imperial

SAE GRADE 5

Coarse Thread, Zinc-Plated

SIZE TORQUE SIZE TORQUE

ft. lbs. Nm ft. lbs. Nm

1/4 - 20 (.250) 681/4 - 20 (.250) 912

5/16 - 18 (.3125) 13 18 5/16 - 18 (.3125) 18 24

3/8 - 16 (.375) 23 31 3/8 - 16 (.375) 33 45

7/16 - 14 (.4375) 37 50 7/16 - 14 (.4375) 52 70

1/2 - 13 (.500) 57 77 1/2 - 13 (.500) 80 108

9/16 - 12 (.5625) 82 111 9/16 - 12 (.5625) 115 156

5/8 - 11 (.625) 112 152 5/8 - 11 (.625) 159 215
3/4 - 10 (.750) 200 271 3/4 - 10 (.750) 282 382

7/8 - 9 (.875) 322 436.5 7/8 - 9 (.875) 454 615

1 - 8 (1.000) 483 655 1 - 8 (1.000) 682 925

Coarse Thread, Zinc-Plated

SAE GRADE 5

Fine Thread, Zinc-Plated

SIZE TORQUE SIZE TORQUE

ft. lbs. Nm ft. lbs. Nm

1/4 - 28 (.250) 7101/4 - 28 (.250) 10 14

5/16 - 24 (.3125) 14 19 5/16 - 24 (.3125) 20 27

3/8 - 24 (.375) 26 35 3/8 - 24 (.375) 37 50

7/16 - 20 (.4375) 41 56 7/16 - 20 (.4375) 58 79

1/2 - 20 (.500) 64 87 1/2 - 20 (.500) 90 122

9/16 - 18 (.5625) 91 123 9/16 - 18 (.5625) 129 175

5/8 - 18 (.625) 128 173 5/8 - 18 (.625) 180 244
3/4 - 16 (.750) 223 302 3/4 - 16 (.750) 315 427
7/8 - 14 (.875) 355 481 7/8 - 9 (.875) 501 679

1 - 12 (1.000) 529 717 1 - 12 (1.000) 746 1011

1 -14 (1.000) 541 733 1 -14 (1.000) 764 1036

SAE GRADE 8

SAE GRADE 8

Fine Thread, Zinc-Plated

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Technical Data

Monthly, inspect all hardware on this equipment and engine/motor. Loose hardware can contribute to early
component failure and poor performance. Use the torque chart below as a general guideline and keep all hardware
tight.

Note: Some hardware is used to retain parts that have to move freely for correct operation of this unit. The
hardware for these items should be snug enough to prevent excessive play, yet loose enough to allow the parts to
pivot freely.

Torque Chart - Metric

Property Class 8.8

ZINC-PLATED

SIZE Nm ft. lbs. Nm ft. lbs.

M6 9.9 7 10 7

M8 24 18 25 18
M10 48 35 49 36
M12 83 61 88 65
M14 132 97 140 103
M16 200 148 210 155
M20 390 288 425 313
M24 675 498 720 531

Coarse Thread Fine Thread

Property Class 10.9

ZINC-PLATED

SIZE Nm ft. lbs. Nm ft. lbs.

M6 14 10 14 10

M8 34 25 35 26
M10 67 49 68 50
M12 117 86 125 92
M14 185 136 192 142
M16 285 210 295 218
M20 550 406 600 443
M24 950 701 1000 738

Coarse Thread Fine Thread

Property Class 12.9

ZINC-PLATED

SIZE Nm ft. lbs. Nm ft. lbs.

M6 16.5 12 16.5 12

M8 40 30 42 31
M10 81 60 82 60
M12 140 103 150 111
M14 220 162 235 173
M16 340 251 350 258
M20 660 487 720 531
M24 1140 841 1200 885

Coarse Thread Fine Thread

Conversion Factor: 1 ft. lb. = 1.3558 Nm

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Introduction/Determining the

Operation

Congratulations on your purchase of Stone's
Saw Devil! You've made an excellent choice!
The Sawdevil has been specifically designed as
the ideal machine for the professional contractor
who is engaged in concrete and asphalt flat
sawing.

Stone Saw Devils are used for the primary
purpose of flat sawing. This type of sawing is
described as flat because the pavement is cut
somewhere close to a horizontal plane. It is the
most common type of diamond blade cutting.

Concrete saws in the industry are available in a
variety of types, sizes and styles. They range
from manual or self propelled in horsepower
from 7-72hp. It is possible to cut both concrete
(green or cured, with or without rebar) or asphalt
with a concrete saw.

The Stone Saw Devil line represents the most
popular sizes and configurations on the market.
Youll find manual or self propelled models
powered by gasoline engines ranging from 7hp ­20hp capable of accepting blades of up to 20
inches in diameter. They are designed to cut
horizontal slabs to depths of a maximum of 7-1/
2 inches.

You will find a Stone Saw Devil to fit a wide
variety of job applications.

Right Machine

Upon receipt of your Saw Devil, CARE­FULLY CHECK FOR ANY FREIGHT
DAMAGE. Any damage should be immediately

reported to the carrier and a claim registered.

The Saw Devil is manufactured to the strictest
specifications and inspection procedures. If any
material or manufacturing defects are found,
return the tag on the machine with assembler's
signature and your findings to the manufacturer.
We want to know when a product is less than
perfect. We also welcome any and all input on
how the product may serve you better.

DETERMINING THE RIGHT MACHINE

CS1--Used for small sawing jobs such as floor

and pavement patching and repair, expansion
joint cutting, conduit channel cutting and other
flat work.

CS2--Utilized for jobs requiring precision
cutting including floors, pavements, walkways,
ramps and other flat sawing applications.

CSP3--Ideal for parking lots, streets, driveways,
floors, building and restoration projects.

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Operating Principle/Deliv ery Checks/

Operation

OPERATING PRINCIPLE

The following instructions were compiled to
provide you information on how to obtain long
and trouble free use of the unit. Periodic
maintenance of this unit is essential. Read the
manual in its entirety and follow the instructions
carefully. Failure to do so may injure yourself
or a bystander.

DELIVERY CHECKS

Immediately upon taking delivery of your new
equipment and before putting it into service:

 Read the handbook completely--it could save

a great deal of unnecessary expense.
 Read the engine manual supplied.
 Check the general condition of the equip-

ment--has it been damaged during delivery?
 Check engine oil level.
 Check fuel levels.

Recommended lubricants are detailed in the

CARE AND MAINTENANCE section.

INSTALLING BLADE

1. Be certain that the spark plug is disconnected

or saw is unplugged.

2. Remove the blade shaft nut, right hand

thread, and take off outside blade shaft collar.

3. Clean off any foreign particles on the clamp-

ing surfaces of collars and on the mounting

surface of the blade.

Installing Blade/Types of Cutting

4. Place the blade on the blade shaft, lining up
the offset drive pin in the blade with the drive
pin in the mounting collar. If your blade has a
directional rotational arrow, position arrow
for down cut (diamond tail trailing for down
cut).

5. Replace the outside blade shaft collar on the
blade shaft. Drive pin on the inside collar
must project through the drive hole in the
blade and into the outside collar.

6. Tighten the blade shaft nut (right-hand thread)
securely against star washer and outside
collar, using two wrenches supplied.

7. Reconnect the spark plug or (with switch
"off") plug in the electric supply cord.

TYPES OF CUTTING

Cut speed depends entirely on using the correct
blade for the material to be cut. Wet or dry,
diamond blades of various specifications are
available for cutting concrete or asphalt.

Manual Saws - require the operator to push the
saw through the material. They are ideal for
small jobs where high productivity is not
required. Stone Saw Devils are available in 7-16
hp models.

Self Propelled Saws - Designed for maximum
productivity and reduced operator fatigue. They
allow deeper cutting at a faster forward speed.
Hydrostatic drive is typically standard on self­propelled saws with horsepower ranges from 13-

65. Saw Devils are available in 13, 16, 18 and

20 hp models.

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Before Starting/Cold Start/Hot

Operation

BEFORE STARTING

1. Use correct blade for cutting conditions.

2. Ensure arbors and collars are clean and
undamaged.

3. Mount blade and tighten securely using both
wrenches.

4. When wet cutting, check water jets for
adequate flow.

5. Disengage transmission on self-propelled
models.

6. Align pointer with saw blade.

Caution - Set unit up in an open area. Avoid
close proximity to structures or other equip­ment. Failure to do so may cause inadvertent
injury to operator or other persons in the area.

Start/To Start S awing

throttle approximately half way. Do not apply
the choke. Pull the starter rope sharply until the
engine starts. When the engine starts, adjust the
throttle. Always operate the engine at full
throttle when under load.

NOTE: These starting instructions are general
guidelines only. Since many engine options are
available, consult the Engine Manual included
with this unit for specific instructions.

Caution - Gasoline Engines - To improve the
engine service life, allow the engine to idle
without load for (2) to (5) minutes before shut­ting it down. When the idling period is up,
use the stop switch located on the engine and
turn it to stop. Close the fuel valve under the
gas tank. Engine flooding can occur if the
valve is left open during transport.

TO START SAWING

Cold Start - Open the fuel valve under the gas

tank all the way. Position the engine stop
switch, located on the engine, to run. Open the
throttle approximately half way and apply the
choke. Pull the starter rope sharply. When the
engine starts, open the choke and adjust the
throttle as necessary to keep it running. Allow
the engine to warm up for a few minutes before
placing it under the load. If the engine doesn't
start after (3) pulls, open choke slightly to
prevent flooding. Always operate the engine at
full throttle when under load.

Hot Start - Open the valve under the gas tank
all the way if it has been shut off. Open the

1. Start engine and let engine warm up. All
sawing is done at full throttle.

2. Align blade and saw with cut. If wet sawing,
open water valve and turn water safety
switch on. (CSP3)

3. Lower blade to touch surface and re-zero
depth gauge. (CS2 and CSP3 models).

4. Lower blade into cut slowly.

5. Put speed control in neutral, engage trans­mission and move speed control lever slowly
toward forward position. (CSP3 model
only).

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Operation

Cutting/Belts & Pulleys

6. Cut as fast as blade will allow. If blade
climbs out of cut, reduce forward speed or
depth of cut.

7. Use only enough side pressure on saw
handles to follow cutting line.

CUTTING

Lower the blade into concrete to required depth
by turning the tilt crank counterclockwise. Ease
the saw slowly forward. Slow forward pressure
if the saw begins to stall.

Note: For deeper cuts (4 inches/102 mm or
more), several cuts should be made in incremen­tal steps of 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) to 2 inches (51
mm) until the desired depth is reached.

Push the saw steadily forward using the front
pointer as a guide . Exert enough forward
pressure so that the engine/motor begins to
labor, but does not slow down. If the saw begins
to stall, retard forward movement until full RPM
is restored to the blade. If saw stalls, raise the
blade out of the cut before restarting. Avoid
excessive side pressure or twisting of the blade
in the cut.

1. The best tension for a v-belt drive is the
lowest tension at which the belts will not slip
under full load.

2. Take up tension until the belts are snug in the
grooves. Run the drive for about five (5)
minutes to "seat" the belts. Then impose the
peak load. If the belts slip, tighten them until
they no longer slip at peak load. Most new
belts will need additional tensioning after
seating.

3. Remember, too much tension shortens belt
and bearing life.

4. Check the belt tension frequently during the
first day of operation. Check the belt tension
periodically thereafter and make any neces­sary adjustments.

5. The two most common causes of sheave
misalignment are:

a) The engine drive shaft and the blade shaft are

not parallel.

b) The pulleys are not located properly on the

shafts.

BELTS & PULLEYS

NEVER MAKE ADJUSTMENTS TO V-BELTS

PULLEYS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

AND

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Operation

Dry Cutting

6. To check alignment, use a steel straight edge.
See Figure 1.

Figure 1 cs002a

DRY CUTTING

 Never operate any saw without safety

guards in place.

 Do not exceed maximum operating speed

established for blade diameter.

 Do not force blade into material: allow

blade to cut at its own speed.

 Do not make long continuous cuts. Never

dry cut for more than 30 seconds at a time.
Allow blade to cool.

 Do not cut or grind with side of blade or

cut a curve or radius.

 Do not cut dry with blades recommended

for wet cutting.

 Do not operate saw with blade diameter

larger than machine's capacity.

7. Line up the straight edge along the outside
face of both pulleys shown in the drawing.
All pulleys have (2) set screws in the bottom
of their grooves. Set screws require thread
locking lock tite.

8. Misalignment will show up as a gap between
the pulley face and straight edge. Make sure
there is clearance between arbor pulley and
saw base on both sides.

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Maintenance

F

THE PERSON ATTEMPTING ANY OF THE FOLLOW-

Concrete Saws

IMPORTANT

ING MAINTENANCE TASKS, MUST BE AUTHORIZED

TO DO SO AND HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD
ALL SECTIONS WITHIN THIS MANUAL

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Electrical Power Suppy

Maintenance

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the connecting wires or extension cords be longer than shown in the following chart.

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Maintenance

CS2 Electrical System

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Maintenance

CSP3 Electrical System

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Maintenance

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

UNEVEN SEGMENT WEAR

SEGMENT CRACKS

SEGMENT LOSS • Blade overheats because of lack of

• (In wet cutting) Insufficient water (usually
on one side of blade).

• Equipment defects also can cause the
segments to wear unevenly.

• Saw head is misaligned.

• Blade is too hard for material being cut.

coolant (water or air).

• Core is worn from undercutting.

• Defective collars/flanges set blade out

of alignment.

• Blade is too hard for material being cut.

• Blade is cutting out of round, causing a

pounding motion.

• Improper blade tension.

CAUSE

REMEDY

• Flush water system.

• Check flow to both sides of

blade.

• Replace bad bearings, worn
arbor shaft or misalignment to
spindle.

• Check alignment for
squareness, both vertically and
horizontally, of the saw blade.

• Use a blade with a softer
bond/matrix.

• (Wet Cutting) Check water
lines. Make sure flow is ad­equate on both sides of blade
and there are no blockages.
Use sufficient water to flush out
the cut.

• (Dry Cutting) Run blade free of
cut periodically to air cool.

• Clean collars/flanges or
replace if they are under
recommended diameter.

• Use proper blade specification
for material being cut.

• Replace worn bearings; realign
blade shaft or replace worn
blade mounting arbor.

• When ordering blades match
shaft speed of saw.

• Check spindle speed to ensure
blade is running at correct
RPM.

• Avoid twisting or turning blade
in the cut.

CRACKS IN CORE

LOSS OF TENSION

• Blade flutters in cut as a result of losing
blade tension.

• Blade specification is too hard for the
material being cut.

• Core overheating.

• Core overheating as a result of blade

spinning on arbor.

• Core overheating from rubbing the
material being cut.

• Unequal pressure at blade clamping
collars/flanges.

• Blade is too hard for the material being
cut.

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• Tighten the blade shaft nut.

• Make sure blade is running at

proper speed and that drive
pin is functioning properly.

• Use a softer bond/matrix to
eliminate stress.

• Make certain blade RPM is

correct.

• Check water flow, distribution

and lines.

• Tighten the blade shaft nut.

• Make certain the drive pin is

functioning.

• Properly align the saw to

square cut.

• Collars/flanges must be

identical in diameter and the
recommended size.

• Use a softer bond/matrix to

reduce stress.

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

BLADE WOBBLES

BLADE WILL NOT CUT • Select proper blade for material

UNDERCUTTING THE CORE • Use water to flush out fines

• Blade is on a damaged or worn saw.

• Worn collar.

• Blade runs at an incorrect speed.

• Collar /flange diameters are not identical.

• Blade is bent as a result of dropping or

twisting.

• Blade is too hard for material being
cut.

• Blade has become dull.

• Blade does not cut material it was

specified for.

• Abrasive wearing of the core faster than
the segments.

• Check for bad bearings, bent
shaft, or worn mounting arbor.

• Check collars/flanges to make
sure they are clean, flat and of
correct diameter .

• Set engine at proper rpm.

• Use proper size blade collars/

flanges.

• DO NOT USE bent blade.
Contact blade manufacturer.

being cut.

• Sharpen by cutting on softer
abrasive material to expose
diamonds. If continually
sharpening, the blade is too
hard for the material being cut.

• Break-in on the material to be
cut. If it does not dress itself,
sharpen as you would a dull
blade.

generated during cutting

• Use wear-retardant cores.

REMEDYCAUSE

ARBOR HOLE OUT-OF­ROUND

BLADE WORN OUT OF
ROUND

• Collars/flanges are not properly
tightened, permitting blade to rotate or
vibrate on the shaft.

• Collars/flanges are worn or dirty.

• Blade is not properly mounted.

• Shaft bearings are worn.

• Surges occur because engine is not

properly tuned.

• Blade arbor hole is damaged from
incorrectly mounting the blade.

• Bond/matrix is too hard for material.

• Blade is slipping, wearing one half of

blade more than other.

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• Make certain the blade is
mounted on the proper shaft
diameter. Tighten the shaft nut
with a wrench to make certain
that the blade is secure.

• Clean collars/flanges, make sure
they are not worn.

• Tighten arbor nut.

• Make sure the pin hole slides

over drive pin.

• Install new blade shaft
bearings or blade shaft, as
required.

• Tune engine according to
manufacturer's manual.

• If core is worn or arbor hole
damaged, DO NOT USE.
Contact blade manufacturer.

• Use proper blade. Consult
blade manufacturer.

• Replace worn shaft or mount­ing arbor bushing.

• Make certain that drive pin is
functioning.

• Tighten spindle nut.

Lubrication

Lubrication and Service

 Check oil levels, wiring, hoses (air, fuel,

water) and lubricate machine daily.

 Repair or replace all worn or damaged

components immediately.

 Check drive belt tension, do not over-

tension.

 Make sure machine has full set of matched

belts.

 Check bladeshaft, make sure arbor and

threads are not worn, damaged, or bent.

 Bladeshaft bearings should be tight, no free

play side-to-side or up and down.

 Grease blade shaft bearings daily.

 Blade collars should be clean, free of nicks

and burrs. No diameter wear and not out of
round.

 Drive pin not excessively worn or bent and

free of gouges.

 All guards in place and secure.

 All fasteners tight and secure.

Lubricants:

Engine Oil SAE 10W/30 see engine

manual

General Grease #1 Lithium

Model 6 Transmissions CSP3 Any SAE20W20

 Clean machine before starting lubrication

maintenance.

 Insure machine is on solid, level ground

before starting maintenance.

 During lubrication maintenance insure strict

cleanliness is observed at all times.

 To avoid the risk of accidents, use the correct

tool for the job and keep tools clean.

 The draining of engine oil is best carried out

when the oil is warm NOT hot.

 Any spilled oil must be cleaned up immedi-

ately.

 Use only clean containers for oil and only

CLEAN, FRESH oils and grease of correct
grade.

 Contaminated Water/Fluids/Oils/Filters Must

Be Disposed of Safely.

 Air filter/oil filter (hydraulic or engine)

clean.

 Flush clean water through the pump and

spray the assembly every night. This
prolongs the pump and blade life.

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Lubrication

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Operation of this equipment and/or engine
exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Bred Tough. Born to Work.

The Way It Ought To Be.

Stone Construction Equipment, Inc.

P.O. Box 150, Honeoye, New York 14471

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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www: stone-equip.com

A 100% employee-owned American manufacturer

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