INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT
©
2002
ALL
RIGHTS RESER
VED BY
KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
MODEL: 8342
14” ABRASIVE CUT-OFF SAW
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS 14” ABRASIVE CUT-OFF SAW
KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARANTY
FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for this tool are available at our authorized KING CANADA service centers across Canada. For servicing, contact or
return to the retailer where you purchased your product along with your proof of purchase.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants
to the original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free
from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs
or alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for inci-
dental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part
must be returned for examination by the retailer. Shipping and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA will
either repair or replace the product.
PARTS DIAGRAM & P
ARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
KING CANADA TOOLS INC. DORVAL, QUEBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4
GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its
specific potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and
a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding
type receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the
grounding wire.
NEVER connect the green wire to a live
terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the
floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust
build-up.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate
surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
Use padlocks, master switches or remove starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the
proper speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-
slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair
. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are
NOT
safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation
i
s dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging
in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store
materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check
for alignment 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.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR CUT
-OFF MACHINE
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING ABRASIVE CUT-OFF
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
3. Replace cracked wheel immediately
.
4. Always use guards and eye shields.
5. Do not overtighten wheel lock bolt.
6. Use only flanges furnished with the cut-off.
7. Frequently clean grinding dust underneath cut-off.
8. Make sure the cut-off wheel is securely mounted as described in
the operating instructions befor
e connecting the tool to a power
supply. Do not tighten wheel excessively, since this can cause
cracks.
9. Check wheel for fissures and cracks, and test for normal
operation prior to use.
10. Use only cut-of
f wheel rated for 4400RPM or gr
eater and
manufactur
ed in compliance with
ANSI B 7. 1.
Always store
wheels in a dry place with little temperature variation.
11. Always use the abrasive wheel against the work piece when
starting to cut. A harsh impact can break the wheel.
12. Before cutting, press the safety button then the trigger switch
and allow the cut-of
f wheel to r
each full speed befor
e cutting.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................8342
Voltage..................................................................................................................................................................................................................110V
Amperage ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................15A
RPM (no load speed) ........................................................................................................................................................................................3750
P
hase
.
.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Hertz ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................60Hz
Abrasive wheel dimensions (available as accessory- model: KCOW-43214)....................................................................14” x 3/32” x 1”
SPECIFICATIONS & ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
W
ARNING
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE CUT-OFF DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER
SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING:
YOUR CUT-OFF MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 110V,
15-AMP, BRANCH CIRCUIT AND USE A 15-AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN
RESULT IN INJURY FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.
Your cut-off must be properly grounded. Not all outlets are properly
grounded. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded, have
it checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS CUT-OFF CAN
CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN
DAMP LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER
CORD IS WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED
IMMEDIATELY.
GROUNDING
This cut-of
f must be gr
ounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This cut-off is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is pr
operly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPER GROUNDING OF YOUR CUT-
OFF, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG IN
ANY MANNER.
110V OPERATION
As r
eceived from the factory, your cut-off is ready to run for 110V
operation. This machine is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in Fig.1.
WARNING: DO NOT USE A TWO-PRONG ADAPTOR FOR THEY
ARE NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES. NEVER USE IN CANADA.
FIGURE 1
LENGTH OF
CONDUCT
OR
0-25 FEET
26-50 FEET
51-100 FEET
WIRE SIZES REQUIRED
(AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE)
110V LINES
NO.14
NO.12
Not r
ecommended
FIGURE 2
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use
the table below to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G-
American Wire Gauge) extension cord. Use only 3-wire
extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and
3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the
wire size must be increased proportionately in order to deliver
ample voltage to the cut-off motor. Refer to Fig.2 for wire length
and size.
PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET
CURRENT CARR
YING
PRONGS
GROUNDING
PRONG
UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
WARNING
: Never operate the tool in the locked-down position. The
head lock is used only for transporting or storing the tool. Failure to
heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.
1
. Carefully remove all parts from the shipping carton.
2. Do not discard the packing materials until you have identified all
the parts included with your cut-off saw.
3. Verify contents with the parts diagram in the middle of this
manual, if all parts are accounted for, proceed to assembly section.
4. If you are missing a part, contact your dealer to obtain it before
attempting to operate the tool.
5. Push the handle down and turn the rear red knob in a clockwise
direction.
6. Examine all parts to make sure no breakage has occurred during
shipping. Any damaged part must be replaced before attempting
to use the tool.
ASSEMBLY
Your Cut-off saw comes completely assembled and very little
adjustments are necessary before operating.
WARNING
: Do not connect machine to power source until the cut-
off has been cleaned, assembled and adjusted properly. Failure to
comply could r
esult in accidental starting and possible serious injury.
Cut-off wheel removal
1. Be sure the tool is disconnected fr
om the power source.
2. Raise the tool to its full open position, remove front lock knob and
rotate the lower wheel guard downward, exposing the arbor cap
screw which secures the abrasive wheel to the wheel arbor.
3. Push in the shaft lock lever found under the operating handle and
rotate the wheel until the shaft lock lever engages, locking the
wheel in place.
4. While holding the shaft lock lever in place, use the supplied hex.
key and loosen the cap screw by rotating it counterclockwise.
Remove the cap screw, washer, outside flange, and abrasive wheel.
Cut-off wheel installation
1. Be sure the tool is disconnected from the power source.
2. Inspect the replacement wheel for defects such as cracks, chipping
and correct speed rating. If defects ar
e found or the speed rating is
not greater than 4400 rpm, discar
d the wheel and select another.
3. Remove any debris from the inside flange and inner washer.
Position the new abrasive wheel over the inner washer and against
the inside flange.
4. Clean and align the outside flange to the wheel arbor, then slide it
onto the arbor until it r
ests flush against the abrasive wheel.
5. Insert the cap screw onto the threaded end of the wheel arbor and
rotate it in a clockwise direction until snug. Then depress the shaft
lock lever to prevent the shaft fr
om rotating, use the supplied
wr
ench to secur
ely tighten the cap screw to hold the abrasive
wheel firmly in place.
WARNING: Do not overtighten the arbor cap screw. Overtightening
can cause the new wheel to crack, resulting in premature failure and
possible serious personal injury.
6. Return the wheel guard into its position and secure with front lock
knob.
WARNING: Be sure to check the position of the machine arm
adjustable depth stop to ensure the new wheel does not cut the
surface underneath the base when the machine’s arm is fully
lower
ed. Failur
e to heed this W
ARNING can result in serious
personal injury.
M
ain Assembly
ADJUSTMENTS & OPERATION
ADJUSTMENTS
Adjustable stationary vise
The adjustable stationary vise is located at the rear of your cut-off
m
achine. This vise can be rotated to attain cutting angles from 0
0
t
o
45
0
and moved backwards to allow greater cutting widths.
Cutting angle adjustment
To adjust the angle of cut:
1. Using the supplied hex. key
, loosen cap screws behind the vise
fence.
2. Rotate the vise fence until the desired angle of cut is aligned with
the indicator groove in the machine base.
3. Check the angle of the vise fence to the abrasive wheel using a
protractor, bevel square, or similar device.
4. Using the supplied hex. key, securely tighten the cap screws
holding the vise to the machine base.
Moving the stationary vise
To increase the width of cut of the cut-off machine:
1. Using the supplied hex. key, remove cap screws securing the vise
to the cut-off machine base.
2. Reposition the curved slot of the vise base with the most rear
threaded hole in the machine base and install a cap screw in this
hole. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
3. Align the remaining vise bolt hole with the middle threaded hole
in the machine base and install a cap screw.
4. Check or adjust the cutting angle and securely tighten both cap
screws with the supplied hex. key.
Quick lock-release vise
The cut-off machine is equipped with a quick lock-release vise
system as standard equipment. With this feature you are able to open
and close the vise quickly without repetitive turning of the vise crank
handle.
Using the quick lock-release vise.
T
o loosen
:
1. Slightly r
elease tension on the vise by rotating the crank handle
counterclockwise 1/2 to 1 turn.
2. Lift up the quick lock-r
elease lever and pull back on crank handle
to slide open the vise.
To tighten:
1. Push the crank handle forward to slide the vise against the work
piece.
2. Push down on the quick lock-release lever to engage its threads
with vise scr
ew.
3. Rotate the crank handle clockwise to tighten the vise against the
work piece.
Adjustable positive depth stop
The adjustable depth stop is thr
eaded into the base of the machine at
the rear. By raising and lowering the depth stop bolt with a wrench
you can control how far the abrasive wheel travels when the machine
handle is depressed.
OPERATING
Before operating the cut-off machine, check the power supply and
make sure it meets the requirements listed on the nameplate. A
substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and machine
overheating. Common causes of power loss and machine overheating
are insufficient extension cord size and multiple tools operating from
the same power source.
Switch
To start the tool, completely depress the safety button and at the same
time press the trigger switch both located in the operating handle. To
stop the tool, release the trigger switch completely.
Cutting
WARNING: Do not attempt to cut wood or masonry with this
machine. Never cut magnesium or magnesium alloy with this tool.
Failure to comply with this warning could result in serious personal
injury.
1. Secure the tool in place to prevent machine movement or tipping
during the cutting procedure.
2. Firmly secure the material to be cut using the machine’s vise.
WARNING: Large, circular, or irregularly shaped material may
require additional means of clamping to be secured in place
adequately for cutting. Use “C” clamps and blocks to hold material
securely. Failure to comply could result in serious personal injury.
3. Start the machine by pushing in the safety button and pressing the
trigger switch to allow the cut-off wheel to come up to full speed
before contacting wheel to material.
4. Slowly push down on the operating handle until the cut-off wheel
contacts the material being cut. Use a steady and even pressure to
obtain a uniform cut. Never force the wheel into the material.
5. When the cut is complete, release the trigger switch and allow the
wheel to stop before raising it to the full open position.
DANGER: Do not touch the cut material until it cools down or you
will be burnt! Failure to heed this warning will result in serious
personal injury.
MAINTENANCE
W
ARNING:
Always disconnect the cut-of
f machine from the power
source before servicing the unit or making adjustments.
Keep the tool clean. Remove accumulated dust and metal particles
from working parts. Periodically check screws and bolts for
tightness. Apply dry lubricant monthly to the points listed to extend
machine service life. Lubrication points:
• V
ise scr
ew shaft.
• Fr
ont vise clamp r
otation shaft.
• Slide way of vise.
Remove the brush caps at regular intervals to check the carbon
brushes. When the brushes are worn to the “standard line”, as
indicated on the carbon br
ush, r
eplace them.
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