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550W
SLIDING
TILE CUTTING SAW
WTS550
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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C o de: WTS550
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
D a t e: 080320 E dition: 05 Op: DJ
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Contents Warranty Power Tools Introduction 3 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Environmental protection 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Description of symbols 3 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our Specifications 3 required level of performance and you may need the assistance of our service department. General safety instructions 4 This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home Additional safety rules for tile cutting
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Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. your expectations. It has been manufactured under These represent important information about the stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior product or instructions on its use. performance criteria. Wear hearing protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear eye protection. and, with proper care, it will give you many years Wear
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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or General safety instructions jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use hair covering. and service the machine have to be acquainted with this 8. Use
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• Replace damaged cutting wheel before operating. 17. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are tired. • Do not fill water compartment above water fill line. 18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check • Ensure that the directional arrow marked on the blade that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly corresponds with the rotational direction of the motor. damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly •
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Additional safety rules Testing your safety switch when using water IMPORTANT. Ensure the RCD is tested upon every use. It is essential that the safety switch is tested to ensure it cooling system is functioning correctly. We strongly recommend that this The Sliding Tile Cutting Saw procedure is conducted without fail before every use. has been fitted with a Residual 1. P lug your RCD device into a fixed 230-240Vac ~ 50Hz Current Device (RCD) safety power wall socket outlet and switch on.
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� ��� Position of tile saw Required tools ������ �������� ���� 1. To avoid the possibility A philips head screw driver is required to assemble the of the appliance plug or support arms. � ���������������� receptacle getting wet, Unpacking position tile saw to one Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely side of a wall mounted that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. receptacle to prevent ������ ��� If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool un
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Know your product 8 5 9 Before using the saw, familiarize yourself with all the operating features and safety requirements. 1. Sliding table 2. ON/OFF switch 3. Blade guard 4. Support arms 5. Water tank 6 6. Transport peg 7. Work piece clamps 1 3 7 8. Mitre blocks 9. Bevel plate 10. Blade spanners 4 10 2 8
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Transportation information Filling the water compartment IMPORTANT 1. The water compartment (5) is incorporated into the main The unit is prepared for transit so before operation. housing. Turn the unit onto its side. 2. The water helps to cool the Whilst in this position fit the cutting disc and also limits extension legs, make sure the amount of dust produced they are in line with the blade. during the cutting process. Turn the unit back onto its 3. Fill the water compartment support
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Making a mitre cut Operation 1. Make sure the unit is switched OFF whilst setting up a Making a straight cut mitre cut. 1. Draw back the table so 2. Pull back the table so the mitre cut can be lined up with there is sufficient space on the blade. the table for the tile. 3. Secure the mitre blocks to rear face of the sliding table. 2. Remove the mitre blocks 3. Line up the cut with the blade using the scale on the table. 4. Clamp the work piece in place using the clamps. Note. Ensure the
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Bevel cutting Maintenance 1. Secure the mitre blocks into WARNING. Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the sliding table and handle the plug is removed from the power point before making bracket. and adjustments or maintenance procedures. 2. The fixing screws in the When you have finished cutting your tiles, always middle and nearest slots disconnect the power, empty the water and fully clean for ease of assembly and and dry the machine. tightening the wing nuts later. Inst
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4. Take the 2 spanners and Cleaning use the flat spanner to 1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times. locate into the holes in the 2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done flange and keep the blade with a soft brush or a rag. still, and use the socket spanner over the nut and 3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals. turn anti clockwise. 4. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. 5. Remove the nut, outer blade CAUTION. Do n
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Troubleshooting Trouble Problem Suggested remedy Saw will not start Power cord not plugged in Ensure that the cord is connected to the power supply Power fault, fuse or RCD tripped Check the power supply Cord damaged Use a qualified electrical repairer to repair or replace Burned out switch Use a qualified electrical repairer to repair or replace Faulty motor Use a qualified electrical repairer to repair or replace the motor Blade does not reach Extension cord too long or undersized Use extensio
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please n
