MANUAL Alpha® Ecocutter Instruction Manual Part No: ECC-125/ECC-225 Version 5 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction................................................................................................................3 About The Symbols..............................................................................................3 Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................3 For Safe Operation................................................................................................3 Ecocutter Overview.....
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Alpha® Ecocutter Dry Tile Cutting System. Please read this instruction manual thoroughly to ensure safe and correct use of the Ecocutter Dry Tile Cutting System. Keep this manual in a place where operators can access it easily whenever necessary. ABOUT THE SYMBOLS According to the hazard level, all safety notes in this manual are classified into “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION”.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 4 Consider work area environment Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations without GFCI protection. Keep work areas well lit. Do not use the tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases. Guard against electric shock Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures; use grounded outlets.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on. 16. Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry a plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure the switch is off when plugging in. 17. Outdoor use extension cords When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked. 18. Stay alert Use caution and do not operate tool when you are tired or on medication. 19.
ECOCUTTER OVERVIEW Power Switch Lock Power Switch Fan Side Cover Breaker TT Ruler Guide Flange Assembly SPECIFICATIONS Side Handle Rating........................................................................................ 110/220 Volts Amperage............................................................................................11.2/5.5 Power.................................................................................................... 1200W No-load Speed (min-1)......................
ACCESSORIES Figure-2 COMPONENTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Dust Hose (Part No. 133533) Dust Gate w / Anti-back Flow Flap (Part Nos. 133531 / 133530) Side Handle (Part No. 801086) Hexagon Ring Spanner (Part No. 133534) Wrench (Part No. 133535) Dust Bag (Part No. 133544) TT Ruler Guide (Part No. 133527) Hook and Loop Strap (2 pcs) (Part No.
ECOCUTTER OPERATION MAIN CONNECTION Connect Ecocutter to a single phase AC current supply and to the main voltage specified on the cutter’s rating plate.
The Ecocutter is supplied with an in-line circuit breaker. In the event that the breaker is tripped, push the button to reset. Once you are able to reset the circuit breaker, run the tool in a no load condition allowing air to pass over the motor and cool it down. Reset Button In-line Circuit Breaker Figure-4 BEFORE USE DANGER! Before using the machine, check the following items. In particular, check items 1 to 5 before plugging the power supply cord into the power outlet. 1. Check the working voltage.
4. Inspect the saw blade. – Check if you have a specified blade. – Never use cracked, chipped, or any damaged blades. – Follow the procedures specified in the instruction manual to properly attach applicable accessories. 5. Check the power outlet. – When the plug of the power supply cord is easily pulled out of the power outlet, the outlet should be replaced. For such tasks, consult an electrician. If the power outlet is used on a continuous basis, it may overheat and cause accidents. 6. Perform test runs.
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING DEPTH 1. Loosen the wing screw on the depth indicator and move the base plate up or down to the desired cutting depth. Re-tighten the wing screw to a hand tight condition as shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6. Figure-5 Wing Screw Figure-6 RULER GUIDE USAGE OPTION According to the application, there are two options for using the ruler guide. 1.
2. When cutting, simply keep the ruler in contact with edge of stone or the straight edge while maintaining even cutting pressure to ensure the cuts will be straight. OPTION A - GUIDE BELOW THE BASE PLATE When using the edge of the stone as your guide, install the ruler guide downward so that the ruler guide would be below the base plate and the inner side of the ruler guide would follow the edge of the stone.
ECOCUTTER DUST HOSE AND BAG INSTALLATION 1. Install back flow preventer assembly to the Ecocutter exhaust port with the dust gate in the upright position as shown in Figure 11. Dust Gate Figure-11 2. Slide the dust hose onto the dust gate assembly as shown in Figure 12. Figure-12 Dust Hose 3. Check for a tight connection as shown in Figure 13.
4. Slip dust bag over hose end as shown in Figure 14. Figure-14 Dust Bag 5. Secure with hook and loop strap as shown in Figure 15. Figure-15 6. See Figure 16 for completed dust bag installation.
BLADE INSPECTION, INSTALLATION, AND REMOVAL DANGER! Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet before attaching or removing the saw blade from the tool. Accidental starting of the motor may cause bodily injury. WARNING! Be sure to securely tighten the flange assembly and all loose screws before testing the unit. Please allow the saw blade to do the work. Applying excessive force may damage the saw blade and cause premature failure of the bearings and gears.
3. Set the rotation direction of the blade so that it matches the Ecocutter rotation arrow located on the guard as shown in Figure 19. Rotation Direction on Guard Rotation Direction on Blade 4. Figure-19 Slide the blade between the inner flange and guard as shown in Figure 20.
5. Install outer flange and flange bolt as shown in Figure 21. Figure-21 6. Tighten bolt with the supplied wrenches to a secure condition as shown in Figure 22.
ECOCUTTER MAINTENANCE DAILY 1. Before daily start-up inspect tool, power cord, circuit breaker assembly, and saw blade looking for chips and cracks. Inspect the dust bag for holes or if it is full and needs to be replaced. 2. If damage has occurred, repair affected areas before use. 3. Turn the unit on to ensure that the fan is running and the dust bag is inflating, a new bag will not inflate until the pores in the material start to fill with stone dust. 4.
REPLACING AND CHECKING THE CARBON BRUSHES In order to keep your tool running correctly, you need to check your carbon brushes after every one hundred hours (100 hrs) of use. Carbon brushes wear out over time based on tool’s usage. If a carbon brush is worn out, it may cause the motor to malfunction or fail to run. The carbon brushes should be replaced when they are worn down to a quarter of an inch (1/4”) in size.
3. Check the carbon brush for wear. Replace if worn down to a 1/4" or if spring is damaged. New Carbon Brush Old Carbon Brush worn down to a quarter of an inch (1/4”). 4. Figure-25 Install new carbon brush with the proper alignment of the brush holder followed by the cap as shown in Figure 26.
Note: If you notice any resistance while tightening the carbon brush cap, it is an indication that the top plate on the carbon brush assembly is sticking inside the brush cap. Continuing to tighten will damage the carbon brush spring. (Go to step 6 to correct this problem) 5. Tighten cap until secure as shown in Figure 27. Figure-27 6. Remove the cap and carbon brush from the tool, visually check the two parts for defects as shown in Figure 28.
7. Check to see if the two parts move freely by pushing the top plate of the carbon brush into the recess on the bottom of the carbon brush cap and rotate. Top Plate Carbon Brush and Cap Figure-29 8. If the two parts stick together, replace the carbon brush cap and repeat step 7. 9. If the top plate of the carbon brush sticks in the new cap, you need to replace the carbon brush and repeat step 7. 10.
TESTING THE UNIT FOR FLOW CAUTION! Belts cannot be tested until inner and outer flanges and flange bolt are installed to hold the pulley firmly in place, (otherwise, belt and pulley will fly off of the spindle.) A simple test can be done to see if the fan unit is working correctly. 1. Disconnect the hose and back flow preventer from the tool and place the Ecocutter flat on a table or workbench. 2.
INNER BELT REMOVAL DANGER! Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet before assembling or disassembling the tool. Accidental starting of the motor may cause bodily injury. 1. Remove blade. (see section for blade installation and removal) 2. Set outer flange and flange bolt aside. 3. Loosen and remove the five side cover screws (M4x15) and set aside as shown in Figure 31 and Figure 32. 4. Carefully pull side cover away from tool and set aside. 5.
7. Remove belt by rotating with an outward pulling motion as shown in Figure 34. Figure-34 Inner Belt INSPECTING AND CLEANING THE BELTS AND PULLEYS 1. With the belt removed you can now check and clean it using a mild detergent. The belt will need to be replaced if it is frayed or showing signs of wear. 2. The pulley should also be cleaned. 3. Rotate the pulley by hand to check for bearing play and wear. 4.
INNER BELT INSTALLATION 1. Install new belt by rotating and pushing outward onto the pulleys as shown in Figure 36. Figure-36 2. The belt pulley system is self-centering; rotate belt and pulleys together for a few revolutions by hand. CAUTION! Belts cannot be tested until inner and outer flanges and flange bolt are installed to hold the pulley firmly in place, (otherwise, belt and pulley will fly off of the spindle.) . 3. Reinstall belt cover and secure with phillips screw. 4.
OUTER BELT REMOVAL DANGER! Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet before assembling or disassembling the tool. Accidental starting of the motor may cause bodily injury. 1. Locate outer cover (left front side of the tool) as shown in Figure 38. 2. Loosen the bolt knob and remove outer cover to expose the outer belt as shown in Figure 39. Bolt Knob Figure-39 Outer Cover Figure-38 3. Rotate belt while pulling in a outward motion to remove from pulleys as shown in Figure 40 and Figure 41.
OUTER BELT INSTALLATION 1. Before new belt installation; clean the two pulleys and surrounding areas. Belt pulleys must be clean from dirt and grease before new belt installation (to prevent slippage). 2. Install the new belt by rotating and pushing outward onto the pulleys as shown in Figure 42. Figure-42 3. The belt pulley system is self-centering, rotate belt and pulleys together for a few revolutions by hand.
® ® ALPHA SCHEMATIC (ECC-125) ALPHAECOCUTTER ECOCUTTER SCHEMATIC (ECC-125) 1 14 12 15 2 13 16 17 4 18 19 10 20 21 25 28 29 57 26 27 30 31 23 24 33 46 45 48 66 64 44 43 39 47 73 71 72 81 35 38 32 63 6 40 42 70 69 100 77 76 75 Accessories 74 97 67 80 79 78 11 65 87 88 90 96 89 95 90 82 83 37 34 45 98 50 52 51 55 44 31 45 56 45 44 60 36 5 7 98 58 8 9 2 22 68 59 3 84 85 99 91 92 93 86 3 87 29 29
ALPHA® ECOCUTTER PARTS LIST (ECC-125) DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 133080 Screw M5×40 3 2 130031 Self-tapping Screw 3.
ALPHA® ECOCUTTER PARTS LIST (ECC-125) DRAWING NO. PART NO.
ALPHA® ECOCUTTER PARTS LIST (ECC-125) DRAWING NO. PART NO. 73 133510 DESCRIPTION Outer Cover QUANTITY 1 74 133053 Bearing 6201-2RS 1 75 133060 Screw Cap 1 76 133062 O Ring 18×2.
SERVICES AND WARRANTY INFORMATION LOANER PROGRAM Loaner tools can be issued to temporarily replace a tool that is being returned to Alpha® for repair. If more than one tool is being returned for repair, the number of loaner tools provided will be based on availability. If a loaner tool is required, contact Alpha® Tool Department at (800) 648-7229 to receive a Loaner Tool Application. A valid credit card number must be provided as a security deposit.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Name of Manufacturer: Alpha Professional Tools ® Address of Manufacturer: 103 Bauer Drive Oakland, NJ 07436 USA Herewith declares that: ELECTRIC HAND TOOL: “Ecocutter” Make: Alpha Professional Tools ® Type: ECC-125/ECC-225 -Does comply with the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23EEC amended by 93/68 EEC and Machinery Directive 98/37/EC.
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