Diamond Bladed Cut Off Saws Health & Safety Dos & Donts

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• Observe the safety recommendations of the machine and diamond saw manufacturer

• Observe the operating speed recommended by the diamond saw or machine manufacturer

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• Visually check the diamond saw for damage such as core

cracks and missing or deformed segments

• Check that the diamond saw is suitable for the application and that the markings are intact and legible

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• Use the correct tools at all times when mounting or removing a diamond saw

• Observe direction of run markings

• Ensure mounting flanges are in matched pairs, clean, free from burrs and undistorted

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• Ensure guards are in position and correctly adjusted so that they do not foul the diamond saw

• Rotate the diamond saw manually to ensure that it runs true and freely before turning on the power

• Ensure the diamond saw is running true and without vibration. Check frequently for undercutting or loss of tension

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• Ensure an adequate coolant supply to both sides of the diamond saw if cutting wet

• Ensure that the workpiece is secure and cannot move whilst being cut

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! Always Wear suitable protective clothing.

As a minimum you need:

! Dust Protection

! Eye Protection

! Hearing Protection

! Hand Protection

! Protective Footware

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Do not use diamond blades for grinding ! Only Cutting.

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• Keep the working area well lit, clean and tidy. Avoid slippery and uneven floors and ice or snow

• Ensure other workers in the vicinity and passers-by are protected from sparks and debris

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Straight Cuts Only !

• Ensure an adequate coolant supply to both sides of the diamond saw if cutting wet

• Ensure that the workpiece is secure and cannot move whilst being cut

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Never Force the Blade !

Let the Blade do the work !

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• Ensure an adequate coolant supply to both sides of the diamond saw if cutting wet

• Ensure that the workpiece is secure and cannot move whilst being cut

Is the information in this picture incorrect?

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

• Check that the diamond saw is suitable for the application and that the markings are intact and legible

• Use the correct tools at all times when mounting or removing a diamond saw

• Observe direction of run markings