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General| Brand | covington |
|---|---|
| Model | 1100 Series |
| Category | Power Tool |
| Language | English |
Details the similarity in design and operation of Covington's Trim & Slab Saws.
Highlights rugged construction, enclosed unit, inspection window, and carriage rigidity.
Explains the mechanism for slabbing using scales, cords, and weights.
Describes the 4-inch cross feed and its precision for uniform slab cutting.
Lists items included with the saw, such as instructions, motor mount, and slab-catcher.
Advises reading the Covington Safety Demands sheet before plugging in the unit.
Instructions on placing the saw on a stable surface and using leveling bolts if applicable.
Guidance on mounting the blade, ensuring a snug fit and checking for dirt between flanges.
Procedure to measure and ensure the blade is properly aligned with the saw table.
Details on using koolerant for diamond saw blades and recommended mixtures for different rock hardness.
Specifies parts to grease for rust prevention, excluding arbor bearings and motor.
Recommends sharpening the blade using a dressing block or brick and reversing periodically.
Instructions for securing rock material in the vise, using wedges if necessary.
Detailed steps for opening and tightening the vise jaws for secure material holding.
Guide on assembling the weight feed system using cord, a snubbing ring, and a scale.
Guidance on adding weight to the bucket based on inch of blade contact, up to sixteen pounds.
Steps for initiating and monitoring cuts using the automatic weight feed system.
Introduction to the automatic power feed system for rock cutting.
Instructions for setting the automatic cut-off feature using a steel collar and thumb screw.
Procedure for setting up and running cuts using the power feed system.
Instructions for setting up the trim table and adjusting the cross feed for trimming.
Warning against using weight feed for trimming to avoid blade damage.
Techniques for trimming small, rough gem material safely and effectively.
Methods for trimming pre-cut slabs, including marking and angled cuts.
Advice on clamping rock for cutting, maximizing cuts per clamping.
Identifies forcing the blade too fast as a common error leading to blade damage.
Recommendations for blade alignment, bearing checks, koolerant, and dressing the blade.
Explains how the automatic clutch prevents blade damage from excessive backpressure.
Procedure for adjusting the clutch lock nut to set the desired overrun point.
Table detailing estimated power feed speed, blade size, pulley sizes, blade RPM, and SFPM.
