7" PORTABLE WET CUTTING

TILE SAW
Model 40315
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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 SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE is used to
address practices
Keep this manual for the safety warn- not related to personal injury.
ings and precautions, assembly, operat-
ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning CAUTION, without
procedures. Write the product’s serial the safety alert
number in the back of the manual near the symbol, is used to address
assembly diagram (or month and year of practices not related to
purchase if product has no number). Keep personal injury.
this manual and the receipt in a safe and
dry place for future reference. General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING Read all safety
warnings and instructions.
INFORMATION Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric
In this manual, on the labeling,
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
and all other information
Save all warnings and
provided with this product:
instructions for future reference.
This is the safety alert The term ″power tool″ in the
symbol. It is used to alert warnings refers to your mains-
you to potential personal operated (corded) power tool or
injury hazards. Obey all battery-operated (cordless) power
safety messages that tool.
follow this symbol to avoid
1. Work area safety
possible injury or death.
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
DANGER indicates
dents.
a hazardous
situation which, if not b. Do not operate power tools in
avoided, will result in death or explosive atmospheres, such as in
serious injury. the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
WARNING sparks which may ignite the dust or
indicates a fumes.
hazardous situation which, if
c. Keep children and bystanders
not avoided, could result in
away while operating a power tool.
death or serious injury.
Distractions can cause you to lose
CAUTION, used control.
with the safety
2. Electrical safety
alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if a. Power tool plugs must match the
not avoided, could result in outlet. Never modify the plug in
minor or moderate injury. any way. Do not use any adapter

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 plugs with grounded power tools. tion. Safety equipment such as dust
Unmodified plugs and matching out- mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
lets will reduce risk of electric shock. hat, or hearing protection used for
b. Avoid body contact with grounded appropriate conditions will reduce
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, personal injuries.
ranges and refrigerators. There is c. Keep guards in place and in good
an increased risk of electric shock if working order.
your body is grounded. d. Prevent unintentional starting.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain Ensure the switch is in the off-po-
or wet conditions. Water entering sition before connecting to power
a power tool will increase the risk of source and/or battery pack, pick-
electric shock. ing up or carrying the tool. Carry-
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use ing power tools with your finger on
the cord for carrying, pulling or the switch or energizing power tools
unplugging the power tool. Keep that have the switch on invites acci-
cord away from heat, oil, sharp dents.
edges or moving parts. Damaged e. Remove any adjusting key or
or entangled cords increase the risk wrench before turning the power
of electric shock. tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
e. When operating a power tool out- tached to a rotating part of the power
doors, use an extension cord suit- tool may result in personal injury.
able for outdoor use. Use of a cord f. Do not overreach. Keep proper
suitable for outdoor use reduces the footing and balance at all times.
risk of electric shock. This enables better control of the
f. If operating a power tool in a damp power tool in unexpected situations.
location is unavoidable, use a g. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter clothing or jewelry. Keep your
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of hair, clothing and gloves away
a GFCI reduces the risk of electric from moving parts. Loose clothes,
shock. jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
3. Personal safety
h. If devices are provided for the con-
a. Stay alert, watch what you are do- nection of dust extraction and col-
ing and use common sense when lection facilities, ensure these are
operating a power tool. Do not use connected and properly used. Use
a power tool while you are tired of these devices can reduce dust-
or under the influence of drugs, related hazards.
alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power 4. Power tool use and care
tools may result in serious personal a. Do not force the power tool. Use
injury. the correct power tool for your ap-
b. Use safety equipment. Always plication. The correct power tool will
wear ANSI-approved eye protec-

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 do the job better and safer at the rate ent from those intended could result
for which it was designed. in a hazardous situation.
b. Do not use the power tool if the 5. Service
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be con- a. Have your power tool serviced by
trolled with the switch is dangerous a qualified repair person using
and must be repaired. only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
c. Disconnect the plug from the power tool is maintained.
power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before Vibration Safety
making any adjustments, chang-
ing accessories, or storing power This tool vibrates during use. Re-
tools. Such preventive safety mea- peated or long-term exposure to
sures reduce the risk of starting the vibration may cause temporary or
power tool accidentally. permanent physical injury, particularly
d. Store idle power tools out of the to the hands, arms and shoulders. To
reach of children and do not allow reduce the risk of vibration-related
persons unfamiliar with the power injury:
tool or these instructions to oper- 1. Anyone using vibrating tools regu-
ate the power tool. Power tools are larly or for an extended period should
dangerous in the hands of untrained first be examined by a doctor and
users. then have regular medical check-
e. Maintain power tools. Check for ups to ensure medical problems are
misalignment or binding of moving not being caused or worsened from
parts, breakage of parts and any use. Pregnant women or people
other condition that may affect the who have impaired blood circulation
power tool’s operation. If dam- to the hand, past hand injuries, ner-
aged, have the power tool repaired vous system disorders, diabetes, or
before use. Many accidents are Raynaud’s Disease should not use
caused by poorly maintained power this tool. If you feel any medical or
tools. physical symptoms related to vibra-
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and tion (such as tingling, numbness, and
clean. Properly maintained cutting white or blue fingers), seek medical
tools with sharp cutting edges are advice as soon as possible.
less likely to bind and are easier to 2. Do not smoke during use. Nico-
control. tine reduces the blood supply to the
g. Use the power tool, accessories hands and fingers, increasing the risk
and tool bits etc. in accordance of vibration-related injury.
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions 3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
and the work to be performed. Use vibration effects on the user.
of the power tool for operations differ-

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 4. Use tools with the lowest vibration each use. Do not operate the Tile
when there is a choice between dif- Saw if the Blade Guard does not
ferent processes. move freely. Make sure the Blade
Guard moves freely and does not
5. Include vibration-free periods each touch the Saw Blade or any other
day of work. part of the Saw, in all angles and
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while depths of cut.
still keeping safe control of it). Let 7. Do not handle the Power Switch
the tool do the work. (21) with wet hands.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool 8. Make sure the Tile Saw is located
as explained in this manual. If any on a flat, level, sturdy surface ca-
abnormal vibration occurs, stop use pable of supporting the weight of
immediately. the Saw and work pieces.

SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS 9. Always use 67393 7” Continu-

ous Rim Diamond Saw Blade (not
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on included, sold separately) with a 1”
the Tile Saw. These carry important round arbor hole, and rated at 3565
information. If unreadable or miss- RPM or greater.
ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement. 10. Use the Tile Saw only for cutting
dry or wet ceramic tile, quarry
2. Use the right product for the right tile, marble, terra-cotta, and slate
job. There are certain applications with 1” arbor hole and a maximum
for which this product was designed. thickness 1”.
Do not use small equipment, tools, or
attachments to do the work of larger 11. Do not use the Tile Saw for cutting
industrial equipment, tools, or attach- metals or for cutting curves. This
ments. Do not use this product for a may cause the Saw Blade to break
purpose for which it was not intended. and/or reduce its service life.

3. Be sure the product is properly in- 12. Make sure the Saw Blade is wet at
stalled with the water hose hooked all times when cutting.
up to the Blade Guard (49) to keep
13. To reduce the risk of electrocution,
the blade wet while in use.
keep all connections dry and off
4. This product must continuously the ground. Do not touch plug with
run with cold water. Dry running will wet hands. Ground Fault Circuit In-
cause serious damage. terrupter (GFCI) protection should be
provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s)
5. WARNING! Keeps hands and to be used for the tile saw (GFCI is
fingers away from cutting area and not included in this machinery). Re-
Saw Blade. ceptacles are available having built-in
6. Check Blade Guard for proper for- GFCI protection and may be used for
ward/backward movement before this measure of safety.
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 19. Never leave the Tile Saw unattend-
ed when it is plugged into an elec-
POWER trical outlet. Turn off the Tile Saw,
CORD
TILE SAW and unplug it from its electrical outlet.
20. Always keep the water level at the
120 VOLT, recommended level. Fill the Tray
GROUNDED (17) until it is about 3/4 completely
ELECTRICAL submerged, but do not overfill.
OUTLET
DRIP LOOP 21. Avoid splashing water on the
Motor (42), Power Switch, Power
Figure 1 Cord/Plug, or any other electrical
14. Always arrange a “drip loop” in the component. Make sure to stand on
Power Cord/Plug (34) connecting a dry, insulated surface such as a
the Tile Saw to a 120 volt, ground- rubber mat while using the Tile Saw.
ed, electrical outlet. A drip loop is 22. To avoid accidental injury, always
that part of the Power Cord below the wear heavy duty work gloves when
level of the outlet, or the connector changing the Saw Blade. Before
if an extension cord is used, to pre- using the Tile Saw, make sure the
vent water traveling along the Power Saw Blade is properly and securely
Cord and coming in contact with the mounted on the Saw Spindle. Make
outlet. If the Power Plug or electrical sure the Saw Blade is balanced, and
outlet does get wet, do not unplug the is not cracked or bent.
Power Cord. Disconnect the fuse or
circuit breaker that supplies power to 23. The Saw Blade will become hot
the tool. Then, unplug and examine while cutting. Allow Blade to com-
for presence of water in the outlet. pletely cool before handling.
See Figure 1, above.
24. Allow the Saw Blade to spin up to
15. Use cold water only. Never use full speed before feeding a work
hot water. piece into it. When turning off the
Tile Saw, allow the Saw Blade to spin
16. Never run the Tile Saw without a down and stop on its own. Do not
water supply. Running the unit with- press against the Saw Blade to stop
out a water supply will cause irrepa- it.
rable damage.
25. Do not force workpiece onto the
17. Make sure the water supply used Saw Blade. Apply moderate pres-
for the Tile Saw is not dirty, sandy, sure, allowing the Saw Blade to cut
and does not contain any corro- without being forced.
sive chemicals.
26. Turn off the Tile Saw and allow it
18. Make sure to change the water to stop on its own if the Blade is to
when necessary while in use and be backed out of an uncompleted
clean and rinse out the Tub after cut.
every use.
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 27. Never attempt to remove material Failure to do so may result in the tile
stuck in the moving parts of the binding against the Saw Blade.
Tile Saw while it is plugged in and
running. 36. Make sure the surrounding area of
the Table is clear with the excep-
28. When cutting a large work piece tion of the tile to be cut.
make sure its entire length is prop-
erly supported. If necessary, use a 37. Always turn off the Tile Saw and
roller stand (not included) with larger unplug it from its electrical outlet
work pieces. before changing accessories or
performing any inspection, mainte-
29. Never lean on the Tile Saw. Seri- nance, or cleaning procedures.
ous injury could result if the Tile Saw
is tipped or if the rotating Saw Blade 38. WARNING! Some dust created
is accidently contacted. by power sanding, sawing, grind-
ing, drilling, and other construction
30. Industrial applications must follow activities, contain chemicals known
OSHA requirements. (to the State of California) to cause
cancer, birth defects or other repro-
31. For your safety: In extreme work- ductive harm. Some examples of
ing conditions, sensors in the Tile these chemicals are: lead from lead-
Saw will automatically switch off based paints, crystalline silica from
the Motor to prevent overheating. bricks and cement and other masonry
In this event, turn the Power Switch products, arsenic and chromium from
to its “OFF” position. Wait five min- chemically treated lumber. Your risk
utes or until the Motor has cooled. from these exposures varies, depend-
Making sure your hands are dry, de- ing on how often you do this type of
press the Circuit Breaker. Then, turn work. To reduce your exposure to
the Power Switch to its “ON” position these chemicals: work in well venti-
to resume cutting. lated areas, and work with approved
32. Never attempt to cut more than safety equipment such as those dust
one tile at a time. masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
33. Never attempt to cut freehand. (California Health & Safety Code §
Make sure the tile to be cut is 25249.5, et seq.)
pressed firmly against the Cutting
Guide (57). 39. WARNING! People with pacemak-
ers should consult their physician(s)
34. Never cut pieces too small to be before using this product. Opera-
held securely against the Cutting tion of electrical equipment in close
Guide without leaving enough proximity to a heart pacemaker could
space for the hand to be a safe cause interference or failure of the
distance from the Saw Blade. pacemaker.
35. Make sure the tile to be cut off has 40. WARNING! The warnings and cau-
sufficient room to move sideways. tions discussed in this manual can-
not cover all possible conditions and

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 situations that may occur. It must mediately to prevent damage to the
be understood by the operator that motor.
common sense and caution are fac-
tors which cannot be built into this 6. Do not use accessories which
product, but must be supplied by the are not specifically designed and
operator. recommended by the tool manu-
facturer. Just because the accessory
can be attached to your power tool, it
Abrasive Cutting-Off Operation
does not assure safe operation.
Safety Warnings
7. The rated speed of the accessory
1. This power tool is intended to must be at least equal to the maxi-
function as a cut-off tool. Read all mum speed marked on the power
safety warnings, instructions, illus- tool. Accessories running faster on
trations and specifications pro- the Saw than their RATED SPEED
vided with this power tool. Failure indicates can break and fly apart.
to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/ 8. The diameter of your accessory
or serious injury. must be within the capacity rating
of your power tool. Incorrectly sized
2. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. accessories cannot be adequately
3. Specific Cautions: guarded or controlled.
a. Wear ANSI-Approved eye protection. 9. Wear personal protective equip-
b. Use splash guard for every opera- ment. Depending on application,
tion for which it can be used. use face shield, safety goggles
or safety glasses. As appropriate,
c. Disconnect saw before servicing, wear dust mask, hearing protec-
when changing cutting wheel or tors, gloves and workshop apron
cleaning. capable of stopping small abra-
d. Use only with continuous rim blade. sive or workpiece fragments. The
e. Do not operate the tool with a dam- eye protection must be capable of
aged cutting wheel. stopping flying debris generated by
various operations such as safely
4. Operations such as grinding, goggles or glasses. The dust mask or
sanding, wire brushing, polishing respirator must be capable of filtrating
are not recommended to be per- particles generated by your opera-
formed with this power tool. Opera- tion. Prolonged exposure to high in-
tions for which the power tool was not tensity noise may cause hearing loss.
designed may create a hazard and
cause personal injury. 10. Keep bystanders a safe distance
away from work area. Anyone
5. Do not attempt to free a stalled entering the work area must wear
blade without turning the Tile Saw personal protective equipment.
OFF first. If the blade stalls, turn the Fragments of workpiece or of a
power switch to the OFF position im- broken accessory may fly away and

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 cause injury beyond immediate area • Crystalline silica from bricks and ce-
of operation. ment or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemi-
11. Position the cord clear of the spin- cally treated lumber
ning blade. If you lose control, the Your risk from these exposures var-
cord may be cut or snagged and your ies, depending on how often you do
hand or arm may be pulled into the this type of work. To reduce your
spinning accessory. Avoid uninten- exposure to these chemicals: work in
tional starting. Prepare to begin work a well ventilated area, and work with
before turning on the tool. approved safety equipment, such as
12. Do not leave the tool unattended those dust masks that are specially
when it is plugged into an electri- designed to filter out microscopic
cal outlet. Turn off the tool, and un- particles. (California Health & Safety
plug it from its electrical outlet before Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
leaving. 16. WARNING: Handling the cord on
13. This product is not a toy. Keep it this product will expose you to lead,
out of reach of children. a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth
14. People with pacemakers should defects or other reproductive harm.
consult their physician(s) before Wash hands after handling. (Califor-
use. Electromagnetic fields in close nia Health & Safety Code § 25249.5,
proximity to heart pacemaker could et seq.)
cause pacemaker interference or
pacemaker failure. In addition, peo- 17. The warnings, precautions, and
ple with pacemakers should: instructions discussed in this in-
• Avoid operating alone. struction manual cannot cover all
• Do not use with power switch locked possible conditions and situations
on. that may occur. It must be under-
• Properly maintain and inspect to stood by the operator that common
avoid electrical shock. sense and caution are factors which
• Any power cord must be properly cannot be built into this product, but
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Inter- must be supplied by the operator.
rupter (GFCI) should also be imple-
mented – it prevents sustained elec- SAVE THESE
trical shock.
INSTRUCTIONS.
15. Some dust created by power sand-
ing, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities,
contains chemicals known [to the
State of California] to cause can-
cer, birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints

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 GROUNDING low resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user, reducing the risk
TO PREVENT of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug
ELECTRIC SHOCK and Outlet.)
AND DEATH FROM
INCORRECT GROUNDING 3. The grounding prong in the plug
WIRE CONNECTION: is connected through the green
Check with a qualified wire inside the cord to the ground-
electrician if you are in doubt ing system in the tool. The green
as to whether the outlet is wire in the cord must be the only wire
properly grounded. Do not connected to the tool’s grounding
modify the power cord plug system and must never be attached
provided with the tool. Never to an electrically “live” terminal. (See
remove the grounding prong 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
from the plug. Do not use the 4. The tool must be plugged into
tool if the power cord or plug an appropriate outlet, properly
is damaged. If damaged, have installed and grounded in accor-
it repaired by a service facility dance with all codes and ordinanc-
before use. If the plug will not es. The plug and outlet should look
fit the outlet, have a proper like those in the preceding illustration.
outlet installed by a qualified (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
electrician.
Double Insulated Tools: Tools
Grounded Tools: Tools with Three with Two Prong Plugs
Prong Plugs

1. This Tile Saw comes with a 1. Tools marked “Double Insulated”

3-prong power cord. do not require grounding. They
have a special double insulation
2. Tools marked with “Grounding system which satisfies OSHA require-
Required” have a three wire cord ments and complies with the applica-
and three prong grounding plug. ble standards of Underwriters Labo-
The plug must be connected to a ratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard
properly grounded outlet. If the tool Association, and the National Electri-
should electrically malfunction or cal Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong
break down, grounding provides a Plug.)

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 2. Double insulated tools may be used extension cord or have it repaired by
in either of the 120 volt outlets shown a qualified electrician before using it.
in the preceding illustration. (See
Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.) 7. Protect the extension cords from
sharp objects, excessive heat, and
damp or wet areas.
Extension Cords
1. Grounded tools require a three wire RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
extension cord. Double Insulated GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
tools can use either a two or three
wire extension cord. EXTENSION CORD
NAMEPLATE LENGTH
2. As the distance from the supply outlet AMPERES

100’

150’
25’

50’

75’
increases, you must use a heavier (at full load)
gauge extension cord. Using exten- 0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
sion cords with inadequately sized
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
wire causes a serious drop in voltage,
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
resulting in loss of power and pos-
sible tool damage. 5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
(See Table A.) The smaller the 7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
gauge number of the wire, the greater 12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
the capacity of the cord. For ex- 16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
ample, a 14 gauge cord can carry a * Based on limiting the line
higher current than a 16 gauge cord. TABLE A voltage drop to five volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
(See Table A.)
3. When using more than one exten- Symbology
sion cord to make up the total length,
make sure each cord contains at Double Insulated
least the minimum wire size required.
(See Table A.) Canadian Standards Association

4. If you are using one extension cord

for more than one tool, add the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
nameplate amperes and use the sum
to determine the required minimum
cord size. (See Table A.)
V~ Volts Alternating Current

5. If you are using an extension cord A Amperes

outdoors, make sure it is marked with No Load Revolutions per Minute

the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to n0 xxxx/min. (RPM)
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor
use.
6. Make sure the extension cord is prop-
erly wired and in good electrical con-
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 SPECIFICATIONS Note: For additional information regarding
the parts listed in the following pages,
Blade Diameter
7" refer to the Assembly Diagram near
(67393 7” Continuous the end of this manual.
(Blade Not Included,
Rim Diamond Blade
Sold Separately)
Recommended)
Arbor Diameter 1"
Assembly
Maximum Cutting
1” Thick, 12” Wide
To Permanently Mount Tile Saw On A
Capacity
Workbench:
120 V~ / 60 Hz / 5 A
Electrical Requirements
Single Phase 1. WARNING! Make sure the Power
Tilting Head 45° for Bevels Switch (21) of the Tile Saw is in
Blade Rated Speed 3565 RPM its “OFF” position and its Power
Table Size 15-3/4” x 16-1/2” Cord/Plug (34) is unplugged from
the electrical outlet prior to per-
1 Spanner Wrench
Accessories forming any assembly.
1 Nut Driver

UNPACKING 2. The Tile Saw may be temporarily

placed upon a workbench for use.
When unpacking, check to make sure Also, the Tile Saw may be perma-
that the item is intact and undamaged. If nently mounted on a workbench.
any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number 3. CAUTION! Make sure the work-
shown on the cover of this manual as soon bench on which the Tile Saw will be
as possible. temporarily or permanently used is
flat, level, sturdy enough to support
the weight of the Tile Saw, any work-
INSTRUCTIONS FOR pieces, and any additional tools, and
PUTTING INTO USE is not affected by spilled water.

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT 4. To permanently mount the Tile Saw

SAFETY INFORMATION section on a workbench, place the Tile Saw
at the beginning of this manual in the desired work location on the
including all text under workbench. Use the four 7/16” wide
subheadings therein before set x 3-1/2” long mounting slots at the
up or use of this product. base of the Inner Cover (16) as a
template to mark the areas where
TO PREVENT four 7/16” diameter mounting holes
SERIOUS INJURY should be drilled through the work-
FROM ACCIDENTAL bench. WARNING! Before drilling,
OPERATION: verify there are no hidden utility wires
Turn the Power Switch of the below work surface.
tool to its “OFF” position and
unplug the tool from its 5. Temporarily remove the Tile Saw, and
electrical outlet before drill the four 7/16” diameter mounting
assembling or making any holes through the workbench, mak-
adjustments to the tool.

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 ing sure no hidden electric cords or Install The Cutting Wheel Blade:
cables are in the drilling path.
1. Make certain power is disonnected
6. Once the mounting holes are drilled, and the power switch is in the “OFF”
align the four 7/16” wide x 3-1/2” long position.
mounting slots in the base of the
Inner Cover (16) with the four pre- 2. Empty the Tray (17). Turn it 90° (side-
drilled mounting holes in the work- ways) and remove it.
bench. Secure the Tile Saw to the 3. Remove the Screws (2) and Washers
workbench, using four appropriate (3). Remove the Front Cover (1), and
length Bolts, Lock Washers, and Nuts Rear Blade Cover (58).
(not included).
4. Use the prongs on the Spanner
To Attach The Star Knob: Wrench (59) to hold the Outside
Flange (7) while you use the Nut
1. The Star Knob (53) is used to lock
Driver (60) to remove the Nut (4).
the Cutting Guide (57) in position.
The Cutting Guide is used to set the 5. Install a new 7” diameter, 1” round
desired width of cut when cutting a arbor hole, wet, diamond-bonded
workpiece. (See Figure F.) Cutting Wheel Blade (SKU 67393)
rated at a minimum of 3565 RPM.
2. To attach the Star Knob (53), place
the Cutting Guide (57) on the Table 6. Replace the Outside Flange (7) and
(51) of the Tile Saw. Place the Nut (4). Use the Spanner (59) to
Clamping Plate (56) behind the edge hold the Outside Flange (7) while you
of the Table. Attach the Star Knob tighten the Nut (4) securely with the
to the Cutting Guide. (See Figure 2, Nut Driver (60).
below.).

EDGE OF
CUTTING GUIDE TABLE
(57) (51)

STAR KNOB
(53)
CLAMPING PLATE
(56)
FIGURE 2

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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Store idle tools out of reach of chil-
dren and other untrained persons.
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT Tools are dangerous in the hands of
SAFETY INFORMATION section untrained users.
at the beginning of this manual
including all text under 6. Maintain tools with care. Keep
subheadings therein before set tools clean. Properly maintained
up or use of this product. tools are easier to control. Do not
use a damaged tool. Tag damaged
tools “Do not use” until repaired.
Tool Set Up
7. Check for misalignment or binding
TO PREVENT
of moving parts, breakage of parts,
SERIOUS INJURY
and any other condition that may
FROM ACCIDENTAL
affect the tool’s operation. If dam-
OPERATION: Turn the Power
aged, have the tool serviced before
Switch of the tool to its “OFF”
using. Many accidents are caused
position and unplug the tool
by poorly maintained tools.
from its electrical outlet
before performing any 8. Use only accessories that are
inspection, maintenance, or recommended by the manufacturer
cleaning procedures. for your tool. Accessories suitable
for one tool may become hazardous
1. Use Clamping Plate (56) to secure
when used on another tool.
and support smaller work pieces to
the built-in fence. Holding work by
hand or against your body is unstable Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
and may lead to loss of control. 1. Designate a work area that is clean
2. Do not force tool. Use the cor- and well lit. The work area must not
rect tool for your application. The allow access by children or pets to
correct tool will do the job better and prevent injury and distraction.
safer at rate for which it is designed. 2. Route the power cord along a safe
3. Do not use the power tool if the route to reach the work area with-
Power Switch does not turn it on out creating a tripping hazard or
or off. Any tool that cannot be con- exposing the power cord to pos-
trolled with its Power Switch is dan- sible damage. The power cord must
gerous and must be replaced. reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement
4. Disconnect Power Cord Plug from while working.
the power source before making
any adjustments, changing acces- 3. Secure loose work pieces using
sories, or storing the tool. Such clamps (not included) to prevent
preventive safety measures reduce movement while working.
risk of starting the tool accidentally.

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 General Operating Instructions off Tile Saw. Unplug machine, and
refill Tray to appropriate level. Re-
1. Fill Tray (17) with water and carefully start Tile Saw.
slide Tray under Blade. Make sure
water level is deep enough to cover 8. Place workpiece you are cutting
lower edge of Cutting Wheel Blade, firmly against Cutting Guide (57) and
but not so deep as to spill over edge slowly feed workpiece into Blade.
of Tray. (See Figure 3, below.) 9. CAUTION! Keep hands and fingers
2. Loosen Star Knob (20) and adjust the away from Blade. Also hold the work-
Cutting Guide (57) to set desired cut- piece you are cutting firmly against
ting width. Retighten the Star Knob. Cutting Guide (57) throughout cutting
process. Failure to do so may cause
3. If necessary, loosen second Star workpiece to be propelled by Blade
Knob (53) and tilt Table (51) to adjust toward your body and/or into Saw.
angle of cut. Retighten Star Knob.
10. Once cut is complete, turn Power
4. Connect Power Cord/Plug (34) of Tile Switch (21) to its “OFF” position.
Saw to the nearest 120 volt, ground- Unplug Power Cord/Plug (34) from its
ed, electrical outlet. electrical outlet. Allow Blade to stop
on its own. Then remove the work-
5. Put on ANSI-approved safety
piece and any scrap material from the
glasses under ANSI-approved
Table (51) of Saw.
safety impact full face shield.
11. Remove and empty Tray (17) of its
6. Fill water in Tray (17) to proper level.
contents, and thoroughly rinse with
Turn Power Switch (21) to its “ON”
clean, cold water. Replace Tray.
position, and allow Blade to spin up
to full speed. 12. Store Saw in a safe, clean, dry loca-
tion out of reach of children and other
7. Check to make sure Blade is picking
unauthorized people.
up water from Tray (17). If not, turn

Blade Guard
(49)
Table (51)
Cutting Guide
(57)

Tray
Power (17)
Switch
(21)
Star Knob
(20) Star Knob FIGURE 3
(53)

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 MAINTENANCE AND 3. Tool service must be performed
only by qualified repair personnel.
SERVICING Service or maintenance performed by
Procedures not specifically unqualified personnel could result in
explained in this manual a risk of injury.
must be performed only by a 4. When servicing a tool, use only
qualified technician. identical replacement parts. Fol-
TO PREVENT low instructions in the “Inspec-
SERIOUS INJURY tion, Maintenance, And Cleaning”
FROM ACCIDENTAL section of this manual. Use of
OPERATION: unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Turn the Power Switch of the maintenance instructions may create
tool to its “OFF” position and a risk of electric shock or injury.
unplug the tool from its 5. WARNING! If the supply cord of
electrical outlet before this power tool is damaged, it must
performing any inspection, be replaced only by a qualified
maintenance, or cleaning service technician.
procedures.
6. WARNING! Always turn the
TO PREVENT SERIOUS Tool Saw’s Power Switch (21) to
INJURY FROM TOOL its “OFF” position and unplug
FAILURE: the tool from its electrical outlet
Do not use damaged before performing any inspection,
equipment. If abnormal noise maintenance, or cleaning.
or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before 7. To install a Cutting Wheel Blade:
further use. A. Make certain power is
disconnected and the power
Cleaning, Maintenance, and switch is in the “OFF” position.
Lubrication B. Empty the Tray (17). Turn it 90°
(sideways) and remove it.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check C. Remove the Screws (2) and
for loose screws, misalignment or Washers (3). Remove the Front
binding of moving parts, cracked or Cover (1), and Rear Blade
broken parts, damaged electrical Cover (58).
wiring, loose or worn out blade, and D. Use the prongs on the Spanner
any other condition that may affect its Wrench (59) to hold the Outside
safe operation. Flange (7) while you use the
Nut Driver (60) to remove the
2. AFTER USE, clean external surfaces Nut (4). Remove the old Cutting
of the tool with clean cloth. Drain wa- Wheel Blade.
ter from the water tray and wash out
any residue. E. Install a new 67393 7”
Continuous Rim Diamond Blade
REV 10e

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 (not included, sold separately), 8. To clean: Wipe with a damp cloth,
making sure to install Blade vacuum or use compressed air. Do
according to indicated rotation not use solvents.
direction on Blade.
9. When storing: Store the Tile
F. Replace the Outside Flange (7) Saw in a safe, clean, dry, location
and Nut (4). Use the Spanner out of reach of children and other
(59) to hold the Outside Flange unauthorized people.
(7) while you tighten the Nut
(4) securely with the Nut Driver 10. CAUTION! All maintenance, service,
(60). Do not overtighten. or repairs not listed in this manual are
G. Replace the Front Cover (1), only to be attempted by a qualified
Rear Blade Cover (58), Screws service technician..
(2), Washers (3), and Tray (17)
in the reverse order of removal.

Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
1. No power at outlet. 1. Check power at outlet.
Tool will not start
2. Cord not connected. 2. Check that cord is plugged in.
1. Arbor shaft binding 1. Check shaft for free spinning.
Blade spins slowly
2. Motor brushes worn 2. Replace brushes.
Excessive vibration 1. Bent or off-balance blade. 1. Replace blade with new one.
2. Bent Arbor Shaft. 2. Check shaft for run-out.
Running hot; 1. Water flow problem. 1. Check water level; fill to proper level.
excess dust or 2. Not cutting tile cleanly. 2. Turn off Saw; let cool and turn back on,
chips or not cutting slowing feed rate .
clean
3. Running with hot/warm water. 3. Always run with cold water.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. Disconnect power supply before service.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE
UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER
ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

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 PARTS LIST

Part Description Part Description Part Description

1 Front Cover 21 Power Switch 41 Motor Lead Wire
2 Screw (M4x10) 22 Switch Seal 42 Motor
3 Washer (M4) 23 Switch Cover 43 Rear Cover
4 Nut (M12) 24 Inlet Clip 44 Handle
5 Lock Washer (M12) 25 Rubber Collar 45 Washer (M6)
6 Washer (M12) 26 Washer (M4) 46 Bolt (M6x10)
7 Outside Flange 27 Screw (M4x10) 47 Holder
28 Copper Nut (M4) 48 Square Cap
9 Inner Flange 29 Lock Washer (M4) 49 Blade Guard
10 Scaling Ring 30 Washer (M4) 50 Safety Label
11 Bolt (M5x12) 31 Cold Pressed Terminal 51 Table
12 Lock Washer (M5) 32 Copper Screw (M4x22) 52 Ruler
13 Washer (M5) 33 Insulation Line 53 Star Knob (M6)
14 Bolt (M3x6) 34 Power Cord/Plug 54 Washer (M6)
15 Splitter 35 Nameplate 55 Bolt (M6x16)
16 Inner Cover 36 Ground Sign 56 Clamping Plate
17 Tray 37 3 Hole, 10 A Connector 57 Cutting Guide
18 Nut (M6) 38 Cord Clamp 58 Rear Blade Cover
19 Bolt (M6x10) 39 Capacitor 59 Spanner Wrench
20 Star Knob (M8x16) 40 Screw (M3x16) 60 Nut Driver

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 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

18

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as
replacement parts.

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90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free
from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of
purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal
activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We
shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY
IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must
bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353

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