Sample applications STIHL cut-off machines. Cutting wheels The chapter "Main parts of the machine" Composite resin cutting wheels shows the TS 420 cut-off machine as an Diamond cutting wheels example. Other cut-off machines may Maintenance and Care have different controls.
The machine may only be operated by by STIHL for this machine or which are precautions may cause people who are fit, in good physical technically equivalent. Contact a dealer serious or even fatal health and in good mental condition.
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Clean the machine Ensure that there are no flammable immediately if fuel is spilled. Change deposits (chips, fuel, oil, etc.) on the STIHL can supply a comprehensive your clothes immediately if they are clothing. range of protective clothing and contaminated with fuel.
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Observe the cutting wheel diamond cutting wheels can shimmy codes. during cutting. This shimmying can STIHL generally recommends wet cause such diamond cutting wheels to cutting. be abruptly braked or become stuck in the cut – Danger of kickback!
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The machine is operated by only one – Check that the deflector is secure - person. There should not be any other consult a STIHL servicing dealer if it person within the working area, not even When a cut-off machine with rotating is loose cutting wheel is moved in the direction of when starting the machine.
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Have the machine repaired by The machine must not be used near poorly ventilated areas, a STIHL servicing dealer if the cutting inflammable substances or gases. even if your model is wheel continues to turn nevertheless.
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English Never leave the machine unattended with the engine running. Switch off the engine before leaving the machine (e. g., for a break). Before putting the cut-off machine down on the ground: – Switch off engine – Wait until the cutting wheel has come to a standstill or brake the Kickback occurs when the cut-off –...
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– – Low outside temperatures After that, do not change the cutting e. g., use STIHL water attachment. direction. Avoid knocks and bumps with – Amount of gripping force (holding Use dry cutting when using composite...
– Bind dust inspect antivibration elements STIHL recommends the use of genuine The cutting wheel must be supplied with periodically. STIHL spare parts. Such parts have at least 0.6 l/min of water.
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English Use composite resin cutting wheels – Water attachment on the machine Cut in several passes for all types of water supplies with or without water – depending on version – Pressurized water tank 10 l for binding dust Depending on version, composite resin –...
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English Cutting plates Shaping pipe Secure the plate on a non-slip surface Make curves in multiple operations – make certain that the cutting wheel does not tilt Mark a cutting line Cutting round and hollow bodies Manual cutting along this line Grind a guide groove (A) along the requires particular caution and line marked...
Cutting wheels are exposed to extremely high loads especially during freehand cutting. The cutting wheels, which have been developed by STIHL in cooperation with renowned manufacturers of abrasive wheels, are of high quality and tailored precisely to the respective intended use as well as the engine performance of the cut-off machine.
– Clay pipe diamond cutting wheel. STIHL diamond cutting wheels are not Using the cutting wheel on a cut-off suitable for cutting metal. machine with a faulty spindle bearing can lead to deviations in radial and axial run-out.
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Breakdowns or tears in the parent wheel Overloading use a new cutting wheel and segment Undercut Cutting in the wrong material use new cutting wheel; observe separat- ing layers of various materials STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers Working safely with cut-off machines...
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English Undercut – when cutting extremely hard materials, e. g., granite – with incorrect handling, e. g., excessive feed effort – if excessively large cross-sections are cut without pendulum cutting (movement back and forth in the cutting plane) Built-up edges increase vibration, reduce cutting performance, and cause Do not cut into the base course formation of sparks.
English Maintenance and Care The following maintenance intervals apply in normal operating conditions. The specified intervals must be shortened accordingly when working for longer than normal or under difficult cutting conditions (extensive dust, etc.). Visual inspection (condition, leaks) Complete machine Clean Operating elements Check operation...
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Antivibration elements Have them replaced by a specialist dealer test, check Abrasive wheel Replace test, check Supports/rubber buffers (underneath the machine) Replace Safety information sticker Replace STIHL recommends STIHL servicing dealers present only in some countries Working safely with cut-off machines...
English Main Parts Rear handle Throttle trigger interlock Throttle trigger Slide control Starter grip Carburetor adjusting screws Filler cap Water attachment Tensioning nut 10 Adjusting lever 11 Cutting wheel 12 Front thrust washer 13 Deflector 14 Muffler 15 Spark arresting screen (present only in some countries) 16 Handlebar 17 Decompression valve...
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English Working safely with cut-off machines...
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English Working safely with cut-off machines...
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