Flextool Fbs-36e User manual

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Version 2.0 (August 2023)

FLEXTOOL BRICK AND MASONRY SAW

FBS-36E

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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CONTENTS

Introduction_______________________________________________ 2

Applications_________________________________________________ 2

Functions and controls_____________________________________ 2

Accessories_______________________________________________ 3

Safety____________________________________________________ 3

Operation_________________________________________________ 4

Care and maintenance______________________________________ 4

Cleaning and storage_______________________________________ 4

Spare parts and service_____________________________________ 5

Trouble shooting___________________________________________ 5

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your selection of Flextool equipment.

Flextool has specialised in the design and manufacture of quality

products since 1951.

We have taken care in the assembly and testing of this product.

Should service or spare parts be required, prompt and ecient

service is available from our branches.

General Safety Instructions for the Operation of Power

Equipment

The goal of Flextool is to provide power equipment that helps the

operator works safely and eciently. The most important safety

device for this or any tool is the operator. Care and good judgement

are the best protection against injury. All possible hazards cannot be

covered here, however we have highlighted some of the important

items. Operators should look for and obey Caution, Warning and

Danger signs placed on equipment, and displayed in the workplace.

Operators should also read and follow safety instructions packed

with each product.

Learn how each machine works. Even if you have previously used

similar machines, carefully check out each machine before you use

it. Get the “feel” of it and know its capabilities, limitations, potential

hazards, how it operates, and how it stops.

APPLICATIONS

• Concrete blocks and pavers

• Clay bricks and pavers

• Sandstone

• Core samples

FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS

All references to the right and left side of the machine are as viewed

by the operator in the working position.

DEPTH OF CUT

The blade cutting depth (max. 125 mm) is controlled by adjusting the

height of the bolt mounted below the swing arm belt guard on the

left hand side.

WATER SUPPLY

Diamond blades must be kept cooled whilst cutting.

Water keeps the blade cool, removes debris and keeps dust down.

A continuous ow of water is critical to ensure that no blade damage

occurs whilst cutting.

Water is directed to both sides of the blade, the supply is controlled

by a stop cock at the rear of the blade guard. The water supply is

provided by connection to the town supply or the optional water

pump.

For town water connection a exible hose with a quick action

connector may be attached to the machine.

When using the optional water pump, the tray acts as a reservoir and

water is recirculated.

TABLE

The table has four rollers, which run along the edge of the tray.

LEGS

The scissor legs are removable and fold up for transport.

The tray should be secured to the legs by inserting the long pin

attached to the return spring at the rear of the unit through the lugs

on the tray and the scissor legs.

FOOT PEDAL

The unit can be operated by foot pedal operation or the head can be

secured in a stationary position by the lock down adjusting bracket

at the back of the saw.

The foot pedal is engaged in the machine by the use of the short

securing pin attached to the lug on the rear of the unit. To aid

transportation the foot pedal can be removed from the legs.

CUTTING BLADE

A “diamond” blade with diamond impregnated segments on its outer

edge should be used. Slots in the blade accommodate thermal

expansion of the segments, exing of the blade under pressure and

allow water cooling.

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DRAIN HOLE

The drain hole is located in the bottom right of the tray at the rear. It

is sealed by a removable rubber plug which permits draining, ushing

and cleaning.

POWER SUPPLY

Electrical power is controlled by an ON/OFF switch which is

mounted on the front of the motor. A thermal overload protection

device is tted to the single phase motor. It is located below the

switch. If the motor stops, switch the machine OFF, determine the

cause of the problem, allow the motor to cool, then press the reset

button. If the motor fails to start, check the power supply, fuses or

circuit breaker and leads.

DRIVE BELT

Tension of the drive belt is adjustable. Loosen the four bolts that

secure the motor to the frame. Tighten the bolts after achieving the

desired belt tension.

ACCESSORIES

DIAMOND BLADE

Choosing a quality diamond blade that is suited to the material

being cut is extremely important as using a low-quality blade

incorrectly matched with the material can pose a safety risk and also

signicantly reduce the eectiveness and speed of cut as well as

reduce the life of the blade.

For a diamond blade to work properly, the diamond type, quality and

grit size must be selected for the material to be cut. The metal matrix

must also be “matched” to the material.

Blades for cutting hard, dense (less abrasive) materials such as, hard

brick, stone or hard cured concrete require a softer metal matrix. The

softer metal matrix wears faster, replacing worn out diamonds fast

enough for blade to keep cutting.

The recommended blade for use with the Flextool Brick and

Masonary Saw FBS-36E is the Flextool BladeTec Brick Diamond

Blade 350 mm (14”). This blade features a unique segmented turbo

rim with high diamond concentration and extra segment height,

allowing for fast cutting and extended blade life. A high-grade steel

core ensures user safety by preventing blade distortion even during

the most demanding cutting applications. The blade also features

keyhole gullets which help clear dust and debris.

SAFETY

• NEVER allow any person to operate machine without adequate

instruction.

• ENSURE all operators read, understand and follow the operating

instructions.

• SERIOUS INJURY may result from improper or careless use of this

machine.

• WARNING! Serious injury or blade damage may result from

improper use of a diamond blade.

• ALWAYS make sure the operator is stable and on level ground

before attempting to use the foot pedal. By using the foot pedal

the operator has to raise a foot o the ground when cutting and

this is not recommended as this will aect the balance of the

operator.

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

• THE RISK OF SERIOUS OR LETHAL INJURY FROM

ELECTRICAL SHOCK may arise from the combination of

electricity and moisture. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS may be high

due to the careless use of equipment and extension leads.

• USE AN ELECTRICAL SUPPLY EQUIPPED WITH A RESIDUAL

CURRENT DEVICE (RCD) for protection against electrocution.

An RCD is an electronic protection device that is available for

connection between the power source and the equipment. It is

designed to monitor the balance of the current ow in the active

and neutral wires of the plugged-in equipment and immediately

trips before a fatal amount of power can pass through the

operator. The RCD can be permanently wired at the supply

switchboard or inserted as a removable plug-in device in the

electric cable, in which case it should be located as close to the

supply as possible with the RCD located before any extension

leads

• INSPECT electrical leads, plugs and sockets regularly for damage.

• DO NOT operate the machine using coiled or tangled extension

leads. ENSURE that repairs to the electric motor and wiring are

carried out immediately by QUALIFIED personnel.

• DO NOT hose or drain the water from the machine while the

electrical supply is connected.

MECHANICAL HAZARDS

• DO NOT operate the machine unless all protective guards are

in place. ENSURE that the motor operation switch is in the OFF

position and the power lead is unplugged before removing or

retting the diamond blade or making adjustments to the V-belt

tension.

• KEEP hands and feet clear of rotating and moving parts as they

will cause injury if contacted. ENSURE both the machine and the

operator are stable by setting up on level terrain and the machine

will not move or fall while in operation or unattended.

• DO NOT leave the machine in operation while it is unattended.

• ONLY use a diamond impregnated saw blade. Never use abrasive

or woodworking blades. ALWAYS support the material to be cut

on the table. Never hold the work to be cut by hand alone.

• ENSURE that the ribbed mat is xed to the table at all times as it

provides a non skid surface to support the work.

• ENSURE that the rubber splash apron is tted at all times as it

functions to keep water spray o the motor. DO NOT allow waste

water to accumulate under foot. ENSURE that the nut securing

the blade ange is locked tight (left-hand thread on shaft and nut).

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• BEFORE mounting the blade ensure that the correct blade anges

are tted to the machine and the blade and ange faces are clean,

at, free from warping and grit. ENSURE that the mounting hole in

the blade matches the diameter of the machine spindle and that

the blade does not rattle or wobble.

• CHECK that the blade is clear of the material to be cut before

starting the machine. DO NOT stand in line with the blade when

starting the machine. KEEP bystanders and animals clear of the

work area. ENSURE that the material to be cut will remain stable

and will not move or fall while cutting.

NOISE

• EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss of

hearing.

• WEAR an approved hearing protection device to limit noise

exposure as required by Occupational Health and Safety

regulations. Noise levels in excess of 85 dB (A) may be produced

by diamond cutting blades.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Always wear approved hearing protection, safety glasses, face and

head protection, and respirators.

Protective clothing and footwear may also be necessary.

OPERATION

• To set up the legs, open them fully and make sure they are stable

and on level terrain. Using the lifting handles provided on the

machine, along with correct lifting techniques, two people of

appropriate strength can then position the unit onto the legs. Place

the rubber stoppers mounted on the underside of the tray into the

sockets provided on the legs.

• When the optional water pump is in use ll the tray with water to

a depth of approximately 50 mm. Keep the water supply clean by

draining and relling the tray regularly.

• Remove sediment when it covers the bottom of the tray by more

than 10 - 15 mm. Check that the table rollers are aligned on

the tray and that the table moves freely. Check the blade depth

stop to ensure that the table does not collide with the blade. The

operator should stand with feet apart facing the machine.

• Ensure that the material to be cut is resting securely on the table

and is placed against the backstop.

• Before starting the motor make sure either the town water supply

is connected or the tray is lled and the water pump is ready.

Open the water stop cock before commencing cutting.

• When an extension lead is used, select the shortest length and

heaviest conductor size available to minimise voltage drop and

prevent motor “burn out”. Start the electric motor by turning the

switch mounted on the front of the motor to ON.

• ALWAYS maintain good footing so that you do not slip and loose

control when starting or operating the machine.

• Apply light steady pressure to feed the work past the blade.

Excessive force should not be used. The most ecient cutting

method is to use several shallow cuts (not one deep cut).

• Check the water ow rate regularly to ensure that the town supply

has not been interrupted or the tray supply has not become

choked with sediment.

• Wet cutting diamond blades must be kept cooled whilst cutting.

Water keeps the blade cool, removes cuttings and keeps dust

down.

• Ensure that there is an adequate ow of water onto both sides of

the blade. If too little water is supplied to the cutting area steam

may be seen rising. A continuous ow of water is critical to ensure

that no blade damage occurs whilst cutting. A blade that is used

for even a brief time dry may be damaged or destroyed.

• Locate the work so that when the cut is completed the cut

surfaces do not bend and foul the sides of the blade.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• ENSURE that repairs to the motor and machine are carried out by

COMPETENT personnel.

• Do not transport spare diamond blades without suitable protection

as they are easily damaged. Inspect the diamond blade for

chipped or missing segments. If damage is found, replace the

blade or return to the supplier for repair. Inspect the blade drive

belt for wear or cracking.

• Check the blade spindle bearings and the motor for loose

mounting bolts or screws. Inspect and lubricate the two blade arm

bearings and two blade spindle bearings with grease regularly.

Inspect the water hose and its connections to ensure that they

do not leak and spray water onto the motor. Clean the table roller

grooves and the top of the guide rails.

• Check the electric motor switch and the capacitor covers for

damage and “water tightness” each week. Apply grease to the

blade ange locking nut threads regularly.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

• Drain the water from the tray and clean out the sediment daily after

use. Remove the table from the rails or secure it while the machine

is in transit. Before storing the machine, spray the blade anges

and fasteners with a rust inhibitor.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES AND CORRECTION

Motor will not start Check the ON/OFF switch to ensure that it is switched ‘ON’.

Check the power supply and fuse or circuit breaker.

Excessive Vibration Faulty blade.

Check for a missing or damaged segment.

Water ﬂow stops Insufﬁcient water supply.

Water hose is blocked or is broken.

Motor stops Thermal overload has tripped (single phase only) - switch the power supply OFF and reset the thermal overload after the motor has

cooled.

Check the power supply and fuse or circuit breaker

Excessive pressure is

required to feed the work.

Worn blade.

Table is not moving freely. Dirty rollers or rails.

Rollers are out of adjustment.

Roller bearing/s require replacement.

Table is unstable. Rollers are out of adjustment.

Rails are damaged or distorted.

Electric Motor lacks power. Rollers are out of adjustment.

Rails are damaged or distorted.

Cut is not accurate. Check the local power supply for voltage drop.

Use a shorter or a heavy duty extension lead.

Excessive blade wear. Check the blade spindle bearings for wear.

Check the machine for damage or distortion.

Slow cutting Check that the grade of the blade is suitable for the material being cut.

The blade matrix may be too hard for the material being cut.

If the blade is marked with a direction arrow ensure that it is mounted to give the correct direction of rotation.

February 2012

Sales Ofﬁce 1800 801 108

Spare Parts Hotline 1300 996 796

Parchem Construction Supplies Pty Ltd

7 Lucca Road, Wyong NSW 2259

Phone: 1800 801 108

www.parchem.com.au

ABN 80 069 961 968

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

ENSURE that repairs to the motor and machine are carried out by

COMPETENT personnel.

Do not transport spare diamond blades without suitable protection

as they are easily damaged. Inspect the diamond blade for

chipped or missing segments. If damage is found, replace the

blade or return to the supplier for repair. Inspect the blade drive

belt for wear or cracking.

Check the blade spindle bearings and the motor for loose

mounting bolts or screws. Inspect and lubricate the two blade arm

bearings and two blade spindle bearings with grease regularly.

Inspect the water hose and its connections to ensure that they

do not leak and spray water onto the motor. Clean the table roller

grooves and the top of the guide rails.

Check the electric motor switch and the capacitor covers for

damage and “water tightness” each week. Apply grease to the

blade ﬂange locking nut threads regularly.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Drain the water from the tray and clean out the sediment daily after

use. Remove the table from the rails or secure it while the machine

is in transit. Before storing the machine, spray the blade ﬂanges

and fasteners with a rust inhibitor.

SPECIFICATIONS

Brick Saw

Part No.: F09503

Electric Supply: 240V AC, 50Hz

Description: Brick & Masonry Saw

Motor: 240V AC, 10A, 1.7Kw (2.3hp) output

Speed: 2880rpm

Max. Depth of Cut: 125 mm

Max. Length of Cut: 500 mm

Shipping Weight: 130 kg

Dry Weight: 110 kg

Packaging Dimensions: 1220 mm x 720mm x 950mm

TECHNICAL DATA

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Model

Max

Blade Size

mm (in)

Max Cutting

Depth

mm (in)

Max Cutting

Length

mm (in)

Operating

Weight

kg (lb)

Lifting

Hook

Voltage

V/Hz

Max

Current

Power

Output

Power

Output

Product

Code

FBS-36E 350

(14)

125

(5)

500

(19.7)

110

(330) Yes 240

50/60 10 1.7 2.3 FT109503-UNIT

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