CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
• When servicing, use only identical Kobalt replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
• ALWAYS wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI 787.I during product
operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
• DO NOT at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come
in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in
serious personal injury.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various
types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust,
oil, grease, etc.
LUBRICATION
WARNING
Never spray or in any other way apply lubricants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can seriously
affect the life and performance of the tool and may result in personal injury.
The tool is properly lubricated at the factory and are ready for use. However, it is recommended that,
once a year, you take or send the tool to a certified service center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.
CLEANING THE MITER GUIDES
During use, miter guide will become dirty preventing the guides from sliding smoothly. It is important to
clean the saw often.
CLEANING THE SAW
• Unplug the saw.
• Remove the miter guide, bevel table and sliding table from the saw.
• Using a small brush and/or water, clean each piece thoroughly removing any trapped debris.
• Remove the overflow drain and empty waste water into a bucket. DO NOT allow the water to splash.
onto the ground or around the machine.
• Rinse the machine thoroughly.
• Discard the waste water in accordance with local regulations.
• Replace the overflow drain. Tighten securely.
• Dry off the tool.
• Never use water or any other chemical liquids to clean the electrical parts of the machine.
• Keep the ventilation slots clean to prevent overheating of the motor.
• Use a damp soft cloth to clean the water and dust off the tile saw.
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