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CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS Operation & Maintenance Cutters Edge P.O.
2 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS CUTTERS EDGE® FIRE RESCUE SAWS Operation & Maintenance Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................................... 3 KICKBACK WARNING ..................................................................... 4 DESCRIPTION .................................................................................. 5 Part One SET-UP .........................................................................................
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 3 CUTTERS EDGE® FIRE RESCUE SAWS Operation & Maintenance Manual Edge Industries, Inc. VENTILATION: The purpose of ventilation is the establishment of a safer interior environment through planned and systematic removal of heat, smoke, and toxic gases and their replacement with fresh air. It is an offensive technique that, when accomplished early and effectively, can speed tactical operations. As fire develops within a structure, several conditions result.
4 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS WARNING Beware of kickback! There are two types of kickback that can be encountered with the improper use of a chainsaw or the Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saw. Both types are the result of an equal and opposite reaction that occurs when the chain i s suddenly stopped. This kickback movement is so fast that the operator cannot react quickly enough to avoid serious injury.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 5 CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAW Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saws are shipped fully assembled. The 12", 16" and 20" RS Models come with a protective scabbard covering the BULLET® CHAIN. The GUARD/DEPTH GAUGE® on the D6 and D8 Models covers the BULLET® CHAIN so a scabbard is not included. Familiarize yourself with the saw and its components. 1. Chain Brake Handle 2. Oil Tank Cap 3. Starter Handle 4. Fuel Tank Cap 5. Throttle Trigger 6. Throttle Safety Lock 7. Pre-Filter 8.
6 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS Part One Set-Up This section will cover assembly of the saw and preparation for operation. All necessary tools and equipment have been included with your saw. 3. 1. 2. THE CHAIN BRAKE The chain brake is designed to stop the rotation of the chain in less than one-twentieth of a second. If kickback should occur, the violent reverse action will drive the chain brake handle back into the operator's top hand, engaging the chain brake and stopping movement of the chain.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 7 THE BAR PLATES THE CHAIN COMPONENTS Remove the outer bar plate. Note that the two bar plates are similar (Fig. 5) but that the inner bar plate is smaller and has an additional slot that allows oil to reach the chain. Before installing the chain, take a moment to become famili ar with the components of the BULLET CHAIN (Fig. 7). Top plate Carbide Tip Gullet } Side plate Depth gauge bullet Rivet hole Toe Heel Left hand cutter Preset tie strap Fig. 5.
8 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS Pull the chain around the bar to be sure the drive links are properly seated in the drive sprocket. clearing the rail". (Fig. 10) when you let go, the chain should "snap back into place." Now replace the outer bar plate. Replace the clutch cover, tightening the clutch cover nuts only finger tight. SECURING THE BAR & CHAIN Wearing gloves or with a shop rag protecting your hand, pull up on the tip of the bar.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 9 STARTING THE SAW WARNING Do not mix the bar and chain oil with diesel or kerosene as this actually reduces its lubricating ability and does not reduce tar buildup. To start the saw, place it on the ground. If you intend to runi n the chain at this point, you should perform these steps outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. NOTE: We recommend the use of Cutters Edge Bar & Chain Oil for its excellent lubricating and anti-sling properties.
10 /CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS NOTE Note that you must depress the safety lock on top of the handle to be able to pull the trigger (Fig. 14). The trigger cannot be pulled without depressing this safety lock. Once it is cool enough to handle, readjust the chain to the proper tension. NOTE Repeat this entire chain adjusting procedure once more. Running-in the chain will remove approximately 75% of chain stretch. However, under normal use the chain will continue to stretch throughout its life.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 11 CUTTERS EDGE® D-8 & D-6 GUARD/DEPTH GAUGE® Installation, Operation & Maintenance CUTTERS EDGE® D-8 & D-6 GUARD/DEPTH GAUGE® D-8 fits 20"bar, has8"maximum cutting depth. D-6 fits 16"bar, has6"maximum cutting depth.
12 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS The Cutters Edge D-8 GUARD/DEPTH GAUGE® has been designed, engineered and carefully tested to provide you with increased safety and efficiency in firefighting applications. While in its fully extended position, the D-8 completely covers the guide bar and cutting chain, protecting you from accidental contact with the spinning chain. Even while retracted and set for specific depths of cut, the D-8 covers all but that chain at the tip exposed for cutting.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 13 Operation of the D-8 You can now adjust the D-8 to various depths of cut. If the saw is running, first set the saw's chain brake. Then loosen the adjusting knob. Slide back the outer section of the D-8 to the desired setting on the depth scale. Retighten the adjusting knob and release the chain brake. You are ready to cut. Fig. 16. Slip the spacers between two cutters. Position the outer section properly, with the spacers between the cutters on the chain. Tap it into place.
14 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS 7. Rethread and retighten the bar nuts. 8. Release the chain brake. Your saw is now ready for use as a conventional chain saw. NOTE If you are removing the D-8 to use your saw for conventional cutting; first set the chain brake. This will prevent the need to retension the chain after you have removed the D-8. Fig. 19. Depth of cut at forty-five degrees. Cleaning the D-8 In Figure 19, above, the saw is set for a cut of approximately 2" inches.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 15 Part Two Operation Without Guard/Depth Gauge Installed After proper set-up and running-in, your Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saw will be available for service. In the field, you should follow certain procedures for the use of your saw to insure safe and efficient operation. The basic rules for safe operation of your Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saw include: 1) Wear full turn-outs with gloves, face shield or goggles. 2) Keep a firm grip on the saw. 3) Avoid cutting across your body.
16 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS IMPORTANT Always operate the saw with a minimum of two people on the roof for safety. One should operate the saw and the other act as backup and as eyes and ears for the operator. Always wear full protective gear, along with a face shield or goggles. Sound the roof for the safest operator position. When ready to begin cutting, choose a position that is safe and comfortable. Cut with the saw held to one side of your body, locking your top elbow, if possible.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 17 tion. With practice, you will be able to do this quickly and efficiently. VENTILATION CUTS There are many types of Fire Rescue cuts. We will demonstrate some of them for your reference. For more information about the principles and techniques of Fire Rescue, please refer to the Cutters Edge Training Video and its supplemental manual. We also recommend the book "VENTILATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES" by Battalion Chief John Mittendorf. Order forms are in the back of this manual.
18 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS LOUVER STRIP To louver, start with a head cut perpendicular to the rafter direction, rolling any rafters. The rafters will become the pivots or hinges to louver the cut sections. A Strip-or Trench Cut-would normally be used across the width or length of the roof. You either cut between the rafters and let the roofing material drop into the structure, or cut across the rafters, being sure to roll the rafters, then l ouver or pull back the roofing material.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 19 Part Three Maintenance After use, your Cutters Edge Fire Rescue Saw should be cleaned and inspected. We recommend that you develop a departmental standard operating procedure (SOP) for periodic inspection, testing and maintenance of your Fire Rescue saw. WARNING Failure to clean the saw after each use can lead to a loss of performance and premature wear or failure.
20 /CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS NOTE Your Titanium Rollemose guide bar has a sealed bearing in the nose and no lubrication is necessary. THE POWER HEAD Now inspect and clean the power head. Wipe all debris and foreign matter from the power head, making sure to clean carefully around the clutch. Make sure the oil slot on the power head is clear and open. Use a bar cleaning tool or small screwdriver to remove any debris from this slot (Fig. 33). Fig. 34. Remove the pre-filter. Fig. 33.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 21 Detailed instructions for cleaning the filters are included in the filter recharger kit. CYLINDER HEAD Now remove the carburetor compartment cover by first l oosening the two screws, A & B (Fig. 35). Then loosen the one cylinder head cover screw, C. Remove the cylinder head cover (Fig. 35). Check the cooling fins on the cylinder and the fins on the flywheel for excess buildup of debris. If necessary, clean with compressed air or solvent.
22 / CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAWS CUTTERS EDGE FIRE RESCUE SAW SPECIFICATIONS MODEL MODEL CE-2065-RS ENGINE TYPE: Single-cylinder 2-cycle, with loop scavenging DISPLACEMENT: 4.0 cu. in. (65.1 cc) BORE: 1.89 in. (48mm) STROKE: 1.4 in. (36mm) COMPRESSION RATIO: 9.4:1 (±.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE / 26 CUTTERS EDGE LIMITED WARRANTY Effective 7-1-92 As Limited Below, Edge Industries, Inc., warrant to the original retail purchaser that this Cutters Edge Saw is free from defects in materials and workmanship and agree to repair and/or replace any defective saw part or component free of charge as follows: 1. Parts other than electronic ignition parts. At not cost to the original retail purchaser, Edge Industries, Inc.
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ORDER FORM VENTILATION METHODS AND TECHNIQUES by John Mittendorf Please send me ( ) copy (copies) of Ventilation Methods and Techniques. Name: Street: City, State & Zip: Phone: VISA/MasterCard #: Amount Enclosed: Exp. Date: Each manual is $20.00 plus $2.20 shipping.
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