Safe Use of Diamond Blades

Before using your machine always check:

1. The machine is in good, safe condition & complies with all safety requirements

2. All guards are undamaged & in place

3. The flanges are of equal size & free from burrs

Always check that the blade:

1. Is free from cracks & damage

2. Is the correct blade for the application

3. Has the correct bore size

4. Has the correct periphiral speed for the machine it is to be used on

5. Is mounted correctly with the directional arrow pointing in the right way

Always ensure that the work area is:

1. Clean & free from obstruction & the material to be cut is secure

2. Has barriers or warning signs in place

When cutting always:

1.Start & run the machine to check for smooth running

2. Place the blade into the material, the weight of the machine is adequate pressure

3. Cut with a slow sawing or reciprocating motion, do not turn or twist the blade in the cut

4. Use several passes to the required depth, do not drop the blade to its full depth in one go

5. If dry cutting, periodically remove the blade from the cut & continue to rotae & "air cool" for several seconds

6. If wet cutting, ensure optinum water supply -too much would result in the blade polishing -too little could result in a paste forming and cause the blade to stick