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Portable Cut-off Saw Model: EHS350A Operation/Parts Manual WARNING: For safety and efficient operation, always follow the instructions in this manual...
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This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for your Model EHS350A cut-off saw. To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your cut-off saw model EHS350A, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety manual before operating the saw. Contact your dealer or the distributor in your area if you do not...
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Because the EHS350A operates at high speed, special safety precautions must be observed before operating the saw. Careless or improper use could cause serious or even fatal injury.
Table of Contents Main parts of EHS350A and their functions………………………………………5- 9 Safety precautions…………………………………………………………………..10- 20 Specifications…………………………………………………………………………21- 22 Operation guide to EHS350A cut-off saw…………………………………………23- 32 1. Before starting……………………………………………………………………..23 - 26 2. Starting……………………………………………………………………………..27- 29 3. Operation……………………………………………………………………………30 4. Emergency Stopping……………………………………………………………….31 5. Notes on operation…………………………………………………………………31- 32 Adjustment of EHS350A cut-off saw………………………………………………..32- 34...
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Maintenance & repair of EHS350A cut-off saw…………………………………..35- 41 1. Cleaning and maintenance of air filter………………………………………….35 - 36 2. Maintenance of spark plug……………………………………………………….36- 37 3. Replacing starter rope……………………………………………………………37 - 38 4. Replacing pawl…………………………………………………………………….39 5. Maintenance chart…………………………………………………………………40-41 Storing EHS350A cut-off saw……………………………………………………….42 Exploded parts views and parts lists…………………………………………….43- 58 1.
When engine speed is up to 3800 RPM, the cutting blade, driven by the engine via belt transmission system, begins to rotate at high speed, and is ready for cutting work. Showed below are the main parts of the EHS350A cut-off saw and their corresponding function descriptions (Ref. Fig 1):...
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1. Blade 2. Flanges 3. Hexagon Bolt 4. Blade Guard 5. Front Handle 6. Spark Plug Cover 7. Kill Switch 8. Full Throttle Lock Button 9. Throttle Trigger 10. Rear Handle 11. Filter Cover Lock Lever 12. Air Filter 13. Choke Lever 14.
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1. Blade: Diamond or abrasive blades. Depending on the material to be cut, these blades are made of different materials. Be sure to choose right blade for the material being cut. The maximum diameter of the blade for the saw is 14 inch. And the operating speed of the blade should be above or equal to 5300 RPM.
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8. Full throttle lock button: Locks the throttle in full open position by pressing this button while the trigger is fully depressed. Pressing and releasing the trigger returns the throttle to idle position. 9. Throttle trigger: Controls engine speed by manipulating the throttle. Pulling the trigger backward opens the throttle and the engine accelerates.
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15. Fuel Tank Cap: Open this cap for filling the fuel. Close the tank for starting and operation. 16. Decompression Valve: Press down on this valve to make starting easier. When air pressure in the engine reaches a preset value, it automatically closes. 17.
Safety Precautions: As the EHS350A cutoff saw is a high-speed power tool, improper use of this saw might be hazardous. To avoid property damage or personal injury, it is EXTREMELY IMPROTANT to read, fully understand, and observe the following safety precautions before operating this cut-off saw.
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handicapped and animals should never be allowed in the work area. . Loose objects may be thrown toward the operator by the cutting tool. So position the object to be cut securely to ensure it won’t be pushed around by the blade when cutting.
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Wet or dry cutting is possible. Cutting wet will extend the life of your diamond blades. A water attachment comes as standard equipment with the EHS350A. Before using the water attachment make sure that the screw that secures the outlet tube is tightened.
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Take breaks as needed to prevent you from getting fatigued. . Never let the EHS350A saw run unattended. NO untrained personal should ever be allowed to use a cut-off machine. Bystanders, especially children and animals should not be allowed in the area where a cut-off machine is in use.
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Protect your hands with gloves when handing the cut-off saw. Heavy-duty, non-slip gloves improve your grip and protect your hands. Use EHS350A cut-off saw only with both hands, keeping a firm grip on the front and rear handles. Maintain good balance and footing at all times.
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To reduce the risk of injury to your eyes, never operate the cut-off saw unless wearing goggles or properly fitted safety glasses with adequate top and side protection. Proper eye protection is a must! Wear an approved safety hard hat to protect your head. Cut-off machine noise could damage your hearing.
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4. Inspection of the cutoff saw before use: . Make sure there are no loose objects on or near the saw. . Except for the carburetor adjustment screws, all other bolts, nuts, screws and the fuel tank cap should be securely tightened. Make sure all rubber hoses for oil flow are tightly connected with no leaks.
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. Check to make sure the V-belt is properly tensioned. . Make sure the saw is free of oil spillage. . Make sure the main cover and the handles are dry and clean. . Do not attempt to start the saw if damage is found or if it’s not completely and securely assembled and properly adjusted.
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6. Precautions on operation: . Keep a good balance and secure footing while holding the saw firmly at all times. (Ref. Fig.3) . Press the throttle trigger backward slowly to make the engine accelerate gradually. Wait until the blade builds up the rpm’s before beginning to work. .
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. Whenever you hear an abnormal sound coming out of the cut-off saw, stop cutting immediately for inspection (Note the muffler and the blade are very hot at this time. so take care not to get burned). Only resume work after the trouble is eliminated .
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8. Notes on transporting: . Always stop the engine before relocating the saw. .When carrying the machine with a hot engine, take care not to have your body get burned by the muffler. . Prevent the saw from touching the ground or any hard objects Notes on maintenance: Perform any maintenance or repair work in clean and neat environment.
Specifications: Model 1E49F (Engine Family 3ZHIS.0642CR) Type Single-cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled Cylinder bore 49mm Piston stroke 34mm Displacement 64.1 cc Max. output ≧2.70 kw, (3.8 hp) Speed at max. output 8500 rpm Max. torque ≧3.5N.m Engine Idle speed ≦2400 rpm Lock-up speed of clutch 3800 rpm Min.
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Fuel tank capacity 1.5 Litres (0.4 gal.) Ignition type Electronically controlled (breakerless) magneto ignition Electrode gap of spark plug 0.5 mm Engine Spark plug thread M14 × 1.25; 9.5 mm long Starting method By pulling through the rope starter Rotation direction Clockwise Diameter Maximum 355 mm (14”)
Operation Guide to EHS350A cut-off saw 1. Before starting Preparation includes clear up and arrangement of work surroundings, wearing proper clothing and protection and inspecting of the cut-off saw. In preparation, please follow the procedures described in the appropriate section of this manual. For additional preparation work before starting, please follow instructions given below: .
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Only mix sufficient fuel for a few days work, the maximum storage time of mixed fuel is 3 months. . Choosing the right blade: a. Blade diameter can be 300 mm (12”) or 355 mm (14”). Choose an appropriate size and type of blade which best suits the cutting work, the blade size needs to be fitted with the blade guard.
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c. Fitting/Replacing the blade: (Ref. Fig.5) Slide the locking pin (1) through the bore in the V-belt guard (2) (turn the blade ● until the locking pin engages in one of the bores on the belt pulley (3). Use the combination wrench to loosen and unscrew the hexagon bolt (4). ●...
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Fig 5 . Tensioning the V-belt: (Ref. Fig.6) Loosen and unscrew the two hexagon bolts (2) on the V-belt guard (1) and ● then remove the V-belt guard. Loosen the three hexagon bolts (4) on the bearing plate (3). ● Turn the tensioning nut (5) clockwise until the V-belt is tensioned.
2. Starting (Ref. Fig.7) . Place the cut-off saw on the ground and make sure it’s in good balance, see to it that the saw blade does not touch any objects or the ground, and there is no person within the swivel range of the saw. Fig.
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. Hold the front handle with left hand and firmly press the cut-off saw against ground , place the right foot on the carburetor box cover. . Holding the starter grip (5) securely, slowly pull out the starter rope for a short distance, and then pull it through quickly and strongly.
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c. As soon as the engine is running, briefly blip the throttle trigger (3) at once. The full throttle lock button (4) reverts to its original position and the engine idles. . If the engine is new, or has been stored for a long period of time, pull the starter rope through several times to ensure that sufficient fuel is delivered into the fuel line and combustion chamber of the engine.
3. Operation (Ref. Fig.7) . The blade will not run when the engine idles. . When the cut-off saw is ready for actual cutting work, gently pull the throttle trigger (3) backward to accelerate the engine, when the speed is over 3800 rpm, the blade begins to rotate and speeds up.
4. Emergency stopping (Ref. Fig.8) Under normal conditions, the machine is to be turned off when the engine idles. However, if a malfunction or emergency occurs during cutting, you can stop the engine immediately by pressing and holding the kill switch (2) on the front end of the rear handle (1).
This will prevent some engine parts (ignition system, carburetor etc.) from being damaged by over heating. Adjustment of EHS350A cut-off saw 1. Adjusting V-belt tension Refer to the instruction described above in the section titled “Tensioning the V-belt”.
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a. Standard setting adjustment: Find the Low Speed Adjusting Screw “L” (see Fig.9, inside the upper hole of the carburetor seal cover), use a screw driver to turn the screw L clockwise all the way to its end. Then turn the screw L backwards (counter-clockwise) 360°.
Then turn the screw LA 90°further (counter-clockwise). 3. Adjusting blade guard (Ref. Fig.10) The blade guard deflects sparks from the operator. Move the adjusting lever (2) to change the position of the blade guard. Fig. 10 Maintenance & repair of EHS350A cut-off saw...
1. Cleaning and maintenance of the air filter Dust and foreign build-up accumulated on the air filter may affect engine performance, increase fuel consumption, and cause difficulty in starting. Therefore, it’s important perform regular maintenance. The frequency of this depends on the conditions of the cutting jobs as well as material being cut both wet or dry.
cover. 2. Maintenance of spark plug (Ref. Fig. 12) Wrong fuel mixture (too much engine oil in the gasoline), low quality gasoline or oil, dirty air filter, clogged spark arrestor screen, and other unfavorable running conditions are factors affecting the condition of the spark plug as they caus e carbon deposits accumulation, which results in trouble in en gine opera...
electrodes are badly eroded. (A BPMR7R type spark plug is recommended for replacement.) Refit the plug boot and make sure it is snugly connected to the spark plug. ● 3. Replacing starter rope (Ref. Fig. 13) The Starter rope may need to be replaced when frayed or broken. Unscrew the screws (2) on the flywheel/starter cover (1) and remove the ●...
Slip the rope rotor onto the starter post (6) and turn it back and forth a little ● until the anchor loop of the rewind spring engages. Replace the pawl (9) in the rope rotor. ● Press the spring clip (8) onto the starter post and over the peg of the pawl with ●...
The pawl functions as a link between the rope rotor and the crankshaft (by engaging and disengaging the starter cup) and needs to be replaced if damaged. Unscrew the screws (2) on the flywheel/starter cover (1) and remove the ● cover from the engine unit.
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must be reduced accordingly when working under aggravated conditions (severe dust formation, for example) and with longer daily working hours. Complete Visual inspection √ √ Machine Clean √ Throttle trigger, Kill Functional test √ √ Switch Filter in fuel tank Check √...
1. Drain and clean the fuel tank, run engine until carburetor is dry. 2. Thoroughly clean the cut-off saw; tighten all nuts and bolts (except for adjusting screws). 3. Remove the blade and loosen the V-belt. Notes on transport and storage: 1.
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