QEP Vitrex VERSATILE Power Max 560 Maintenance and service guide

Power Max 560 Tile Cutter
Read manual before use. Keep hands arms and face
clear of blade whilst in use. Always have safety guard in
place when machine is switched on at the mains. Always
wear Vitrex Protective Equipment when using hand or
power tools.
Safety First

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OwnerÕs Safety and Operating Manual
Contents
Safety Instructions ..................................................3
Machine Specication & Electrical Requirements .....4
Assembly & Operating Instructions ......................4-6
Maintenance...........................................................5
Warranty ................................................................7
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TILE CUTTER
Keep guards in place and in working order.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
DONT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. DonÕt use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lit.
ALWAYS REMAIN ALERT. Remain alert when the tile
saw is in use, inattention on the part of the operator
may lead to a serious injury.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from the work area.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF. With padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
DONT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
DONT FORCE MATERIAL. Do not force the material being
cut. Always let the blade cut at its own speed.
USE RIGHT TOOL. DonÕt force tool or attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewellery
which may get caught in moving parts. Non slip foot-
wear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust
mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eye-glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they
are NOT safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vice to hold work when
practical. ItÕs safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
DONT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
MOTOR. Do not directly wash the bottom of the motor.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters etc.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in an off position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the ownerÕs
manual for recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury to
persons. Make sure you use the correct blade for the
job you are doing.
ELECTRICAL PLUG. This tile saw is equipped with a three
Ð prong electrical plug. Do not alter the plug or use a
two Ð prong socket.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. DonÕt leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
POSITIONING OF THE TILE CUTTER
• To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or
socket getting wet, position the tile cutter to one side of
a wall-mounted receptacle to prevent water from
dripping onto the socket or plug. The user should
arrange a Ôd rip loopÕ that is part of the cord below the
level of the socket, or connecter if an extension cord is
used, to prevent water travelling along the cord and
coming into contact with the socket.
• If the plug or socket does get wet, DO NOT unplug the
cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that
supplies power to the tool. Then, unplug and examine
for water.
WARNING
• For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before
Operating Saw
• Wear eye protection.
• Use splash guard for every operation for which it can
be used.
• Disconnect cutter before servicing, when changing
cutting wheels, and cleaning.
• Use tool only with smooth edge cutting blade free of
openings and groves.
• Replace damaged cutting blade before operating
• Do not ll water bathe above water ll line
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function Ð check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts that
are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
Power Max 560 Tile Cutter
Power Max 560 Tile Cutter

Power Max 560 Tile Cutter
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grounding plugs and 3-hole socket that accept the tools
plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or socket
getting wet, position the tile cutter to one side of a wall
mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto
the socket or plug. The user should arrange a Ôd rip loopÕ in
the cord connecting the saw to thesocket. The Ôd rip loopÕ
is that part of the cord below the level of the socket, or the
connector if an extension cord is used, to prevent water
travelling along the cord and coming into contact with the
socket.
If the plug or socket does get wet, DONT unplug the cord.
Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power
to the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of
water in the socket.
Only CE Listed extension cords should be used with this
product.
Improper use of extension cords may cause inefcient
operation of your tool, which can result in overheating.
Be sure your extension cord is rated to allow sufcient
current ow to the motor.
Do not let your ngers touch the terminals of the plug when
installing or removing the plug to or from the outlet.
If not properly grounded, this power tool can incur the
potential hazard of electrical shock particularly when used
in damp locations or in proximity to plumbing.
If an electrical shock occurs, there is the potential of a
secondary hazard such as your hands contacting the cutter
blade.
FEATURES OF THE CUTTER
• High – torque direct drive industrial motor
• Ø180 x 16 mm diamond blade cuts tile up to 33mm thick.
• Detachable splash guard is designed for quick blade
installation.
• Adjustable rip and mitre guides allow users to make 90o
rip cuts and 0˚-45˚ mitre cuts on both right and left side.
• The right cutting table is hinged to work as an adjustable
mitre block for 22.5˚, 30˚ and 45˚ mitre cuts.
• The right cutting table has a built – in water reservoir for
cooling the blade.
• The water reservoir contains a side overow hole to
ensure the proper water level.
• The built – in handle helps users to carry the portable tile
saw easily from place to place.
• Power cord and rip guide can be stored in bottom
storage to prevent the accessories loss or damage.
UNPACKING
ASSEMBLY AND SETUP
Placing the blade:
Place the blade onto the shaft, pushing it against the inner
ange. Make sure the side of the blade with directional
arrow is facing towards you. Next place the outer ange
and blade shaft nut, and then tighten the blade shaft nut.
Make sure the nut is rmly tightened with enclosed
spanner provided. DO NOT OVER Ð TIGHTEN!
(See Fig A-C)
Placing The Splash Guard
Insert guard support into the socket. Make sure the
support is parallel to the blade. Place splash guard onto
support and tighten wing nut. (See Fig D)
Place the Rip Guide on the top of the cutting table and
clamp both ends. Rip guide can be placed on both right and
left side. (See Fig E)
Place the Mitre Guide onto the Rip Guide. The mitre guide is
designed to attach to rip guide. Therefore users use mitre
guide on both right and left side. (See Fig F)
SAW OPERATION
Take out the electrical cord to connect to the power source.
The electrical cord is stored underneath the counter.
Detach the splash guard, and then open the right cutting
table to ll the reservoir with water to the recommended
level. ATTENTION! Keep water level with lines. (See Fig G)
Attach the splash guard above the blade and close to the
right cutting table.
Now you are ready to cut!
Steps for rip, angle and mitre cuts :
The edge of the cutting table (upper frame) is marked
with rigid dimension in both inches and centimetres for
accurate cutting.
For 90˚ rip cuts, after the rip guide is positioned for the
desired dimension, lean the material against the rip guide
then push the material forward to the blade. (See Fig H)
For 0˚ – 45˚ angle cuts, attach the mitre guide on the rip
guide. Choose the degree you want and tighten the
adjustment knob. Then push the mitre guide and material
together forwards for the blade to cut the material.
(See Fig I)
For mitre cuts raise the right cutting table at the desired
angle, you can choose 22.5˚, 30˚ and 45˚. Put the two
stands into the grooves to hold the cutting table in place.
Place the material face down onto the left cutting table and
you are ready to cut. (See Fig J)
TILE CUTTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Do not service, clean or maintain the tile cutter without rst
turning off the motor and unplugging the tile cutter from its
power source. Failure to do so may result in serious injury
to the operator.
Always clean the tile cutter after each use and store in dry
conditions.
Wipe off all exterior surfaces and keep the cutting table
clean and free of all debris.
Always let the blade cut at its own speed. Do not force the
material being cut.
Always check the blade for signs of damage.
Always store the electrical cord underneath the saw after
use.
Always keep water level at the recommended level.
DO NOT let the saw run dry!
Never attempt to service the internal parts of the motor by
yourself as this will void your guarantee
FIG.B
FIG.A
FIG.C
FIG.D
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CONNECTING TOOL TO POWER SOURCE OUTLET. This
machine source must be earthed while in use to protect
the operator from electrical shock.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electrical current
to reduce the risk of electrical shock. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided if it will not t the outlet.
Have the proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment Ð grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is
green (with or without yellow stripes) is the
equipment grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do
not connect the equipment Ð grounding conductor to a
live terminal.
Check with a qualied electrician or service personal if
the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
properly grounded.
Use only 3 Ð wire extension cords that have 3 Ð prong

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This electric tile cutter has been manufactured to a high quality standard. It is guaranteed against faulty materials and
workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase. Any claim must be accompanied by a valid till receipt as proof of purchase.
A faulty machine will either be repaired or replaced free of charge. If a direct replacement is not available,
an alternative to the same or greater value/specication will be offered.
This guarantee does not cover machine defects caused by or resulting from: a) Misuse, abuse or neglect, b) Trade,
Professional or hire use, c) Repairs attempted by anyone other than our authorised repair agent,
d) Ingress of foreign objects, substances or accident
In the unlikely event of a fault occurring, contact should be made through the Vitrex Technical Helpline ([phone]).
The above guarantee is only valid within the UK and does not affect your statutory rights.
The guarantor is Q.E.P. Co. UK Ltd., Everest Road, Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire, FY8 3AZ (Registered No. 04988177 England).
Power Max 560 Tile Cutter
FIG.F
FIG.G FIG.H
FIG.I FIG.J
Machine Specication & Electrical Requirements
Mains voltage V
Mains frequency Hz
Power input W
No load speed min-1
Disc diameter mm
Wheel bore mm
Max. cutting depth mm
Mitre Cuts
230V-110V
50 Hz
560W
3600RPM
180
1.6
33
0˚-45˚
FIG.E

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