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OperatiOn and parts Manual
MOdel tp24X
tile saw
(electric MOtOr)
Revision #2 (04/12/12)
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prOpOsitiOn 65 w arning Engine exhaust and some of itsconstituents,andsomedustcreated by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drillingandotherconstructionactivities containschemicalsknowntotheState of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Someexamplesofthesechemicalsare: Leadfromlead-basedpaints. Crystallinesilicafrombricks. Cementandothermasonryproducts. Arsenicandchromiumfromchemically treatedlumber. Yourriskfromtheseexposuresvaries, dependingonhowoftenyoudothistyp
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silicOsis/respiratOry w arnings WARNING WARNING SILICOSIS WARNING RESPIRATORY HAZARDS Grinding/cutting/drillingofmasonry,concrete,metaland Grinding/cutting/drillingofmasonry,concrete,metaland othermaterialswithsilicaintheircompositionmaygive other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal basiccomponentofsand,quartz,brickclay,graniteand injury or illness, such as respiratory disea
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t able Of cOntents tp24X tile saw Proposition 65 Warning ........................................... 2 Silicosis/Respiratory Warnings ................................ 3 Table Of Contents .................................................... 4 Parts Ordering Procedures ...................................... 5 Safety Information ................................................ 6-9 Specifications ........................................................ 10 Dimensions .................................
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parts Ordering prOcedures Ordering parts has never been easier! choose from three easy options: Effective: st January 1 , 2006 Best deal! order via Internet (dealers only) : If you have an Mq Account, to obtain a Username Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip. com. View Parts Diagrams To obtain an Mq Account, contact your Order Parts District Sales Manager for more information. Print Specifi cation Information Use the int
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safety infOrMatiOn Do not operate or service the equipment before reading Potential hazards associated with the operation of this the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which at all times when operating this equipment. may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with Failure to read and understand the safety safety messages. messages and operating instructions could result in injury to yourself and others. Symbol Safety
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safety infOrMatiOn generaL SaFeTy NOTICE CauTIon This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older. never operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective safety decals when they become diffi cult read. devices required by the job or city and state regulations. Manu
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safety infOrMatiOn SaW SaFeTy CauTIon danger never operate the saw without blade guards and covers in place. Exposure of never operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere the diamond blade must not exceed 180 or near combustible materials. An explosion or fi re could degrees. result causing severe bodily harm or even death. Verify the motor start switch is set to the OFF position WarnIng before installing a blade. Accidental starting can cause severe injury aLWayS ins
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safety infOrMatiOn eLeCTrIC moTor SaFeTy LIFTIng SaFeTy NOTICE CauTIon Operate electric motor only at the specifi ed voltage never allow any person or animal to stand underneath indicated on the nameplate. the equipment while lifting. do noT spray water onto electric motor. Some saws are very heavy and awkward to move around. Use proper heavy lifting procedures. aLWayS disconnect AC power plug from power source before moving saw, changing blade, or performing do noT lift machine
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specificatiOns Table 1. Saw Specifications model TP24X Blade Capacity 10 in. (254 mm) Blade rpm 3200 arbor Size 5/8 in. (15.875 mm) Blade guard Cast Aluminum Blade Shaft Bearings Water-Cooled Cutting Head Cast Aluminum, Adjustable Aluminum with roller bearings, injected Conveyor Cart molded rubber pad, transportation lock drive System V-belt max. depth of Cut 3-1/2 in. (90 mm) Straight Cut 24 in. (610 mm) diagonal Cut 18 in. (457 mm) x 18 in. (457 mm) Size Tile Water Tray ABS Water pump 115V, 6
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diMensiOns C A B Figure 1. Dimensions Table 3. dimension reference Letter dimensions A 38.2 in. (970mm) B 22.6 in. (574 mm) C 20.6 in. (523 mm) Tp24X TILe Sa W • opera TIon and par TS manuaL — rev. #2 (04/12/12) — page 11
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general infOrMatiOn The TP24X is a powerful, robust saw designed to aCCeSSorIeS/repLa CemenT p ar TS professionally handle large-sized cuts on ceramics, stone, If desired, the TP24X tile saw can be equipped with a and masonry materials. A sturdy steel precision frame and support stand with wheels. This stand is ideal when the saw easily removable ABS water tray provides overall durability needs to be placed on a secure reliable platform. and longevity. Fea TureS This saw is equipped with a
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nOtes Tp24X TILe Sa W • opera TIon and par TS manuaL — rev. #2 (04/12/12) — page 13
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saw cOMpOnents 5 9 3 1 8 4 2 1 1 10 12 22 7 13 6 14 17 23 19 21 20 16 18 15 24 Figure 2. Saw Components page 14 — Tp24X TILe Sa W • opera TIon and par TS manuaL — rev. #2 (04/12/12)
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saw cOMpOnents Figure 2 shows the location of the basic components of 13. Cutting Table — Place material to be cut on this rubber the TP24X saw. Listed below is a brief explanation of each padded table. For ease of cutting, this table has been component. placed on rails so that it can easily slide back and forth. 1. aC power Cord — Plug this cord into a 125 VAC receptacle 14. r uler Backstop — When cutting, place material when starting of the electric motor is required. against backstop. Use
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electric MOtOr cOMpOnents/set-up 3. If using the optional support stand, assemble as eLeCTrIC mo Tor ComponenTS described in the Support Stand Assembly section. Figure 3 shows the location of the components of the Make sure that the saw is secured on the support electric motor. stand as instructed. 115VAC,60Hz SINGLE-PHASE Suppor T STand aSSemBL y (opTIonaL) ELECTRICMOTOR Refer to Figure 4 for location of components. 1. Remove the two lock pins inserted through the sides of the stand. Whil
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set-up WaTer pump aSSemBL y WarnIng 1. Remove the water pump from the box and make sure Disconnect the pump before attempting to handle the that it is not damaged. pump. never operate pump without water in the tray. 2. Place the pump onto the recessed area of the water tray. The pump should be oriented such that the water NOTICE outlet is horizontal. See Figure 5. The above procedure is for wet cutting applications only. 3. Attach the water hose coming from the blade guard never dry cu
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set-up 3. directional a rrow — Check to ensure that the blade is BLadeS oriented properly on the spindle for sawing. Reference the WarnIng directional arrow on the blade and place it so the direction Failure to thoroughly inspect the blade for of rotation “downcuts” with the turn of the shaft. operational safety could result in damage to 4. diamond Segment or rim — Ensure that there are the blades or the saw and may cause serious no cracks, dings, or missing portions of the diamond inj
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set-up 5. Loosen blade guard adjustment knob, lower the blade Blade Installation guard, and retighten the knob. Refer to Figure 9 and the following instructions for installing the blade. 6. Slightly loosen the cutting head adjustment knob, lower the cutting head so that the blade is 1/4" (6 mm) below 1. Loosen blade guard adjustment knob located at the the surface of the cutting table. Tighten the adjustment rear of the blade guard. Carefully raise the cutting knob firmly to hold the cutt
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set-up/sawing guides 4. Plug the free end of the extension cord into an AC power ConneCTIng THe po Wer receptacle. Whenever possible use a GFCI receptacle 1. Place the power ON/OFF switch (Figure 10) in the OFF (Figure 11) to reduce the risk of electrical shock. position (down). 2. Connect an extension cord of adequate current carrying capacity to the power plug on the electric motor. 3. maKe Cer TaIn that the correct size extension cord is used. Undersized wires will burn out motors.
