Brutus 10-65 User Manual

PARTS LIST:
SAFETY RULES FOR THE
MULTI-FLOOR CUTTER
WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY! USING THIS MACHINE WITH RESPECT AND CAUTION WILL
CONSIDERABLY LESSEN THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY.
1. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING THE MULTI-FLOOR CUTTER.
2. If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of the Multi-Floor
Cutter, obtain advice from a qualified instructor or call 866-435-8665
3. Stay alert. Do not operate while under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication.
4. Always wear safety approved eye protection with side shields
(ANSI Z87.1)
5. Keep work area and free of debris.
6. Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the
Multi-Floor Cutter and work area.
7. Make sure tool is secure. Operate only on a firm substrate or
solid stand.
8. Use the right tool. Do not force the Multi-Floor Cutter or use it for a job
for which it was not designed; use only on approved materials.
9. Keep blade sharp. A dull blade will not perform properly.
10. Always keep hands away from blade while operating
or carrying.
11. Do not alter or misuse this tool. The Multi-Floor Cutter is precision
built; modifications not specified in this manual may result in a
dangerous condition.
12. Maintain the Multi-Floor Cutter with care. Keep blade sharp and clean.
Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
13. Use only recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause hazards or injury.
14. Never leave the Multi-Floor Cutter unattended. Secure the handle with
the lock chain when not in use.
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Multi-Floor Cutter - Instructions
10-65
T0919-11399
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
Tools needed for assembly (not included): Phillips screwdriver
Step 1: Remove the 6 screws located at the end of the Table Base frame
• 4 outer screws with small Allen wrench
• 2 center screws with Philips screwdriver
Step 2: Attach the Cutter Assembly to the Table Base
• Place the Table Base on its side.
• Align the Cutter Assembly to the Table Base with the screws of the blade
facing away from the Table Base.
• Secure the Cutter Assembly to the Table Base with the 6 screws
removed in Step 1.
Step 3: Use the 4 Hardware Screws to secure the plastic table to the
Cutter Assembly.
Step 4: Attach the Handle to the Cutter Assembly
• Remove screw from the handle extension of the Cutter Assembly with
Allen wrench.
• Place the handle over the handle extension.
• Tighten screw with Allen wrench.
Step 5: Attach the Angle Guide Attachment
• Remove the thumb screw from right side of the Table Base.
• Fit the Angle Guide Bar to the corner post.
• Screw the thumb screw back in place.
CUTTING
Warning: Maintain control of the handle. Do not allow handle to slam back
after making a cut. Do not put your fingers against the sharp edge of the
blade at any time.
CUTTING PREPARATION
• Press button at the end of the handle to extend handle to desired length.
• Adjust the Angle Guide Attachment to desired angle as needed.
STRAIGHT CUTTING
• Insert flooring between the cutting
blade and the base.
• Align to the Angle Guide Attachment
and hold the material. Do not put your
fingers near the blade at any time.
• Push the handle down to complete the
cut.
ANGLE CUTTING
• Adjust the angle attachment to
desired angle.
• Insert material between the cutting
blade and the base, against
the Angle Guide Attachment. Do not put
your fingers near the
blade at any time.
• Push the handle down to complete
the cut.
MAINTENANCE
CHANGING THE BLADE
• Use the Allen wrench to remove the 7
screws on back of Cutter Assembly base.
• Hold the blade at each end and carefully
remove from the Holder. Do not put your
fingers against the sharp edge of the
blade at any time.
• Place a new blade in the holder with the flat
side of the blade facing the table.
TRANSPORT
• Slide the Locking Pin left to lock blade and
tighten. (Loosen and slide right to unlock)
• Use the hand hold opening in the table for
easy transport.
1 Table Base
1 Cutter Assembly
1 Handle
1 Angle Guide Attachment
1 Hardware Bag (2 Allen
Wrenches and 4 Screws)
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products
can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State
of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a
dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more
information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood-dust.
CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-866-435-8665

Brutus 10-65 Specifications

General

Brand	Brutus
Model	10-65
Category	Cutter
Language	English

Summary

Assembly Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Table Base Frame

Remove 6 screws from the Table Base frame using Allen and Phillips screwdrivers.

Step 2: Attach Cutter Assembly

Secure the Cutter Assembly to the Table Base with the 6 screws removed in Step 1.

Step 3: Secure Plastic Table

Use the 4 Hardware Screws to secure the plastic table to the Cutter Assembly.

Step 4: Attach Handle

Remove handle extension screw, attach handle, and tighten with Allen wrench.

Step 5: Attach Angle Guide Attachment

Remove thumb screw, fit Angle Guide Bar to corner post, and replace thumb screw.

Safety Rules for Multi-Floor Cutter

General Operation and Awareness

Read manual, stay alert, keep area clear, secure tool, use right tool, no alterations.

Personal Protective Equipment

Always wear safety approved eye protection with side shields (ANSI Z87.1).

Blade Handling and Maintenance

Keep blade sharp, keep hands away from blade, maintain tool, use recommended accessories.

Child and Unattended Machine Safety

Keep children away, never leave unattended, secure handle with lock chain.

Maintenance Procedures

Changing the Blade

Use Allen wrench to remove screws, carefully remove old blade, and insert new blade.

Transporting the Cutter

Slide Locking Pin to lock blade, and use hand hold opening for easy transport.

Cutting Guide

Cutting Preparation

Extend handle to desired length and adjust Angle Guide Attachment to desired angle.

Straight Cutting

Insert flooring, align to Angle Guide, and push handle down to complete the cut.

Angle Cutting

Adjust angle attachment, insert material against guide, and push handle down.