Matweld 03900A User Manual

632 South 3rd Street
P.O. Box 2816 • Paducah, KY 42002
270-444-0085
Fax: 270-443-6180
Website: www.matweld.com
Email: customerservice@matweld.com
MATWELD, INC. PHONE:(270) 444-0085 FAX:(270) 443-6180
Matweld reserves the right to change parts, features, or specifications without notice.
Accessories:
00897 - 14” saw blades
00899 - 16” saw blades
The Matweld Reversing Rail Saw is a
hydraulic powered abrasive rail saw
that can cut rail from either side of
the rail safely without disconnecting
or realignment; simply pivoting the
saw to the other side of the rail
provides the flexibility and safety that
is needed on track.
08/09
03900A
REVERSING RAIL SAW
FLOW
10 gpm
(38 lpm)
PRESSURE
2000 psi
(140 bar)
RPM
3200
DIMENSIONS
A - 36”
B - 10”
C - 17”
CLAMP
L 36’ x W 8” x H 11”
WEIGHT
38 lbs
(17 kg)
CLAMP
20 lbs
(9 kg)
A
P
T
C
B

Matweld 03900A Specifications

General

Brand	Matweld
Model	03900A
Category	Saw
Language	English

Summary

03900A Reversing Rail Saw

Product Description

This document describes the Matweld Reversing Rail Saw, a hydraulic-powered abrasive rail saw designed for efficient rail cutting.

Specifications and Accessories

Details the saw's technical specifications (flow, pressure, RPM, dimensions, weight) and available accessories like saw blades.

General Notes

General Notes Summary

Contains a general notes section for the 03900A Reversing Rail Saw.

General Safety Precautions

Operator and Maintenance Safety

Emphasizes that operators and maintenance personnel must comply with all safety precautions, stickers, and tags on the tool.

Safety Precautions

Numbered Safety Rules

Provides a numbered list of critical safety instructions for operating the rail saw, including PPE, work area, and tool handling.

Operation

Operating Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for setting up, operating, and completing cuts with the reversing rail saw.

Maintenance and Blade Changing

Routine Maintenance Procedures

Daily checks, hose inspection, coupler cleaning, fluid requirements, and annual inspections are detailed.

Blade Replacement Guide

Instructions for safely changing the saw blade, including necessary precautions and component reassembly.

Repair Troubleshooting

Saw Performance Issues

Addresses problems like slow cutting speed, focusing on flow, RPM, and operator technique.

Cut Quality Problems

Lists potential causes for crooked cuts, such as loose components, blade issues, or low flow.

Review of Hydraulic Principles

Hydraulic Formulas and Calculations

Presents formulas for GPM and HP, along with an estimated HP table based on GPM and PSI.

Back Pressure Considerations

Explains the importance of back pressure, its impact on performance, and potential damage from incorrect setup.

03900A Reversing Rail Saw Parts List Rev 3

Parts Identification (Rev 3)

Lists item numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for the rail saw components.

03900A Reversing Rail Saw Parts List Rev 4

Parts Identification (Rev 4)

Provides an updated list of item numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for the rail saw.

03940A Clamp Assembly

Clamp Assembly Diagram

An exploded view illustration showing the numbered components of the clamp assembly.

03940A Clamp Assembly Parts

Clamp Assembly Component List

Lists item numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for the clamp assembly.

Decal Legend

Warning Decal Explanations

Explains the meaning of warning labels such as 'High-Pressure Fluid Hazard' and general safety warnings.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms and Exclusions

Details the one-year limited warranty, exclusions, and limitations of liability for the product.

Customer Information

Customer and Tool Details

Fields for recording customer name, company, and the tool's serial number.

Matweld Hydraulic Tool List

Product Catalog Overview

Lists various Matweld hydraulic tools including power units, grinders, track tools, and other products.