KI K16-18 User manual

MADE IN USA
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
K16-18 ABRASIVE SAW

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WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RICK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN, ANY LIQUID OR MOISTURE.
INSPECTION
If these goods are damaged in transit, the DELIVERING TRANSPORTATION COMPANY is required by law to make notation of damages on
the freight bill. If in your opinion, there may be concealed damage, they are required to make an inspection after goods are unpacked. Transportation
rates are made in proportion to damage. Therefore, the carrier and NOT the shipper should be charged with any loss or damage. Any claim should
be led with the delivering Transportation Company. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN GOODS TO US WITHOUT OUR RGA NUMBER AND
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS.
Electrical: CAUTION: Voltage changes require wiring changes at drive motor. WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER unauthorized wiring
changes/failures. Consult an electrician an electrician if your not familiar with electrics.
K16-18 SETUP
• BEFORE STARTING OR CONNECTING ELECTRICAL VERIFY THE PHASE AND VOLTAGE OF THE UNIT.
• BE SURE MACHINE IS BALANCED CORRECTLY SO IT WILL TIP OVER.
• TO GUARD AGAINST CONCEALED DAMAGE, STAND CLEAR AND OBSERVE UNIT FOR THE FIRST FEW MINUTES OF
OPERATION. GUARDS MUST NEVER BE REMOVED.
• BEFORE INSTALLING THE ABRASIVE WHEEL CONFIRM THAT THE CUTOFF WHEEL IS DESIGNED TO RUN AT 2500 SFPM
(MOS). YOU CAN FIND THIS INFORMATION DIRECTLY ON THE THE SIDE OF YOUR CUTOFF WHEEL. IT
ABRASIVE SAW SAFETY
• NEVER REMOVE SAFETY GUARDS FROM MACHINE. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAKING
ANY MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS.
• DO NOT USE AROUND FLAMMABLE MATERIALS OR LIQUIDS.
• MACHINES SHOULD BE OPERATED IN VENTILATED AREAS.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR A FULL FACE SHIELD FOR PROTECTION.
• DO NOT USE TOOTHED BLADE WITH THIS SAW AND DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE STEEL BLADES ON THIS SAW.
• KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF THE CUTTING AREA.
• DO NOT WEAR GLOVES OR LOOSE FITTING CLOTHES WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
• ALWAYS KEEP HAIR TIED BACK OR COVERED.
• ALWAYS KEEP FLANGES CLEAN AND TIGHT AGAINST CUTTING WHEEL.
• MANUALLY TIGHTEN AND LOOSE SPINDLE NUT.
• DO NOT USE IMPACTED GUN TO LOOSEN OR TIGHTEN SPINDLE NUT.
• ALWAYS KEEP WHEEL GUARD IN THE DOWN POSITION.
• BE SURE WORK PIECE IS CLAMPED SECURELY IN VISE BEFORE CUTTING.
WARNING!!!!
IMPROPER USE MAY CAUSE BREAKAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY.
DO
1. DO always handle and store wheels in the vertical position.
2. DO visually inspect all wheels before mounting for possible
damage.
3. DO check machine speed against the established maximum safe
operating speed marked on the wheel.
4. DO check mounting anges for equal and correct diameter.
5. DO use mounting blotters when supplied with wheel.s
6. DO always use a safety guard covering a least one-half of the
abrasive wheel.
7. DO allow newly mounted wheels to run at operating speed, with
guard in place, for at least one minute before cutting.
8. DO always wear safety glasses or some type of eye protection
when cutting.
9. DO tie back hair.
DON'T
1. DON'T use a cracked wheel or one that has been dropped or has
become damaged.
2. DON'T force a wheel onto the machine or alter the size of the
mounting hole if wheel won't r the machine.
3. DON'T ever exceed maximum operating speed established for
the wheel.
4. DON'T use mounting anges on which the bearing surfaces are
not clean, at and free of burrs.
5. DON'T tighten the spindle nut excessively.
6. DON'T start the machine until the wheel guard is in place.
7. DON'T jam work into wheel.
8. DON'T force cutting so that motor slows noticeable or work gets
hot.
9. DON'T wear gloves and or have loose clothing when operating
machine.
10. DON'T use tooth blade on saw.

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BASIC MACHINE INFORMATION
Arbor size: 1”
Thread: Right hand thread.
Spindle speed: 2500
Switch type: magnetic on/off switch.
ELECTRICAL
Be sure of incoming AC power and verify machine power is the same as incoming AC power. CAUTION: IF
NOT FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL CONSULT AN ELECTRICIAN!
IMPORTANT
CHANGES FROM FACTORY SETTINGS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER
WARRANTY UNLESS AUTHORIZED FROM THE FACTORY!!
HOOKING UP EQUIPMENT
Bring incoming AC power to the magnetic switch box. Punch/knock out switch threaded opening and use a seal
tite tting and connect incoming AC power to L1, L2, L3 on the contactor.
Abrasive wheels: Select the correct abrasive wheel for the material being cut. Consult your dealer for correct
wheel selection. Abrasive wheels vary in grit, bond, etc. Good cuts are not burnt or discolored but bright like the
outside of the material. If material being cut is binding, pinching the wheel, burning then the wrong abrasive
cutoff wheel is being used. Many times it may take several test cuts with different wheels to get the best
performance. Inform your dealer with the material, size (minimum and maximum), shape, hardness and how
much material is being cut so as to select the right abrasive cutoff wheel. IMPORTANT DO NOT USE
STEEL BLADES!
Cutting: Be sure material is held securely while cutting. NO MOVEMENT of material should occur when
cutting or wheel failure will result. Use constant steady manual pressure when pulling down the saw head. To lite
of pressure will cause loading of wheel and work hardening. Be sure no ammable material is nearby to cause a
re. FOLLOW ALL safety procedures like safety glasses, face shields, etc. SEE ABRASIVE SAFETY
SHEET!!!
Chain vise: Pull and place chain over material as tight as possible, insert closest chain link into clevis on the back
of fence (#38) Depress foot pedal (#51) to tighten chain around material. DO NOT ALLOW material to move
during cutting!!! Wheel breakage WILL occur if material isn’t properly clamped.
Maintenance: Keep drive v-belts (#30) tights (1/2” of squeeze). Do not over tighten. New v-belts will stretch
so check v-belt after a ½ dozen cuts. If needed tighten v-belts. All bearings are sealed bearings and need no
attention. Keep machine and area clean of abrasives dust. Frequently clean the machine, this will help extend the
life of the machine.

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BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL K16-18
1. Be sure of correct electrical power (phase and voltage) for motor. The electrical motor has a
wiring diagram with specication on the outside motor casing. Verify electrical power before
operating.
2. Clamp part securely. Wrap/drape chain around part over back fence as tight as possible. In the
unclamped position slip chain link into clevis on rear of fence (#30); step downward and to the
right on the foot pad (#51) to lock foot pad and tighten chain around part. Part to be cut should
not move when clamped. Re-adjust chain if necessary and re-clamp. To unlock foot operated
chain vise press foot pad (#51) down and to the left. Note: the part center line should be
ahead of the wheel center line. Use any available piece to lay against back fence rst, then part
to be cut (no need to cut through spacer/shim).
3. Select correct abrasive wheel for the job. Abrasive cutoff wheels vary in hardness; grain etc.
Incorrect wheel will result in bad cuts. Good cuts are bright not blue, and or discolored black.
Please call a wheel manufacturer to select the correct wheel for your job. Not sure which wheel
manufacturer to contact? Contact us [phone] for a wheel manufacturer.
4. As an abrasive wheel wears, the down stop (#54) will need to be threaded down to allow wheel to
cut thru your part. Begin cutting with the wheel with stop (#54) up. Check to make sure wheel
does not cut into saw top.
5. Use constant forceful, steady down pressure when cutting. A good shower of sparks will result.
Keep ammable material clear of work and spark area. Inconsistent pressure will load wheel
up and work harden the material.
6. Keep drive belts (#30) tight, ½” of slack when squeezed together. Loose drive belts result in lack
of power and binding of wheel. Carefully use a pry bar to pry motor mount back to tighten belts,
re-tighten threaded knob against motor plate to x belt tension. Note: new belts will stretch
after the rst ½” dozen cuts. Tighten v-belts if required.
7. Be sure to wear adequate safety productions. Safety glasses, face shield etc. Do not operate
equipment in ammable areas. DO NOT USE STEEL BLADES!

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K16-18 ABRASIVE
CHOP SAW
REPLACEMENT
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