Harbor Freight Tools 41711 User's Manual
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1. PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY Figure 7 Locating the Tile Before REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND Releasing the Press Handle 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 A ND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THATALL 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 IN STALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO J a Ee Figure 8 Turning the Crank to Cut a Circle Hole Page 7 SKU 41711 MODEL 41711 TILE CUTTER MODEL 41711 TILE CUTTER PARTS LIST Part Description A B C D E F G H I J K Press Handle Crank Housing Hole Cutter Pressing Plate Knife Body Triangle Drill Handle Rod Sliding Frame Cutting Wheel Breaking Part Page 8 SKU 41711 Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Part Description Quantity AICHA WOVOZZT Buffer Sleeve 2 Tracks Track Holders Hex Head Bolts Washer Sets Wing Nut Graduation Ruler Clamp Bottom Feet w hardware Try Square Base EVA Cushion Cutting Wheel Frame Re NOR Se Pee eS LRN LP R2. 3 in 1 Heavy Duty Tile Cutter Model 41711 aig HARBOR FREIGHT a y oo ets 2491 Mission Daks Blvd Camarillo GA 93011 www HarborFreight com Copyright 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools All Rights Reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any manner shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 41711 TILE CUTTER 1 2 Steel Tube x 12 L Cast Aluminum 1 3 16 Min 3 1 4 Max Carbide 0 to 45 5 increments FEATURES OF THIS TOOL Sturdy cast aluminum and steel construction will deliver a long service life Large capacity straight cuts up to 17 long and circles up to 3 1 4 Convenient built in breaker Handy circle cutter will cut circles as small as 1 3 16 and as large as 3 1 4 Built in measurement scales for tile width cut angle and circle cut dimension Slee teat ne SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and cautions assembly instructions operating procedures maintenance procedures trouble shooting parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep both this manual and your invoice in a safe dry place for future reference NOTICE The Warnings Cautions and Instructions discussed in this instruction man
3. Position the try square U with the molded in scale markings upward Place the slotted arm of the try square m over the guide on the base of the tool Secure the try Figure 2 Hole Cutter Assembly square in place with the Wing Nut Q OPERATION The basic cutting operation is accomplished by scoring the tile in the desired location and break ing it This process is similar to scoring and cutting glass NOTE It s a good idea to make a few practice cuts on your tile before attempting to make finish cuts Use a sturdy workbench or else place the machine on the floor to increase your leverage Page 5 SKU 41711 Making a straight cut l Mark the desired cut on each tile piece using a grease pencil or washable marker 2 Lift the Handle H and place the tile on the EVA Cushion W against the Graduation Ruler R and Try Square U 3 Align the mark on the tile with the direction of movement of the cutting wheel and position the tile so the cutting wheel will move along the mark 0 4 Lift the handle until the Cutting Wheel contacts the tile at one j edge of the tile While pulling up move the handle so the cutting wheel rolls along the tile from edge to edge scoring the tile along the marked line 5 After scoring the tile slide the handle back until the Breaking Part K is centered over the tile and lower the handle to press the Breaking Part K onto the tile Be sure that the score is aligned with the c
4. enter line of the tile cutter and the breaking part is in approximately the center of the tile Figure 3 Cutting Wheel straddling the score amp Tile Breaker 6 Press the Handle down in a steady pressure until the tile breaks Remove the broken pieces from the tile cutter Using the Graduated Rule to Make Angled Cuts 1 Lift the Handle Loosen the Wing Nut Q on the Gradu ated Ruler R Turn the Graduated Ruler to the desired cutting angle Read the angle by comparing the markings on the ruler with the arrow marker 2 When the desired angle has been set re tighten the Wing Nut 3 Place the tile against the graduated ruler and proceed to cut as described above The resulting cut will be at the pre set angle Using the Try Square to Cut Tiles to a Measured Width and to Make Repeatable Cuts of the Same Width 1 Loosen the Clamp S and slide the Try Square U woe to the desired width of the finished cuttile You may readthe Figure 4 Setting the Graduated Rule finished dimension by comparing the scale markings on the Try Square to the arrow on the tool Retighten the Clamp 2 Place the tile against the Graduation Ruler and against the Try Square Cut the tile in the usual way You can make repeated cuts of the same size if desired 3 You may also mark a tile for a desired width place it on the cutter and adjust the try square against the edge of the tile Additional tiles may then be cut to the same dimensi
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6. ment parts available from Harbor Freight Tools Use of any other parts will void the warranty SPECIAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THIS TILE CUTTER Using this Tool may create special hazards Take particular care to safeguard yourself and those around you Do not exceed the material thickness limitation You can make straight cuts in tiles up to 5 8 thick and cut holes in tiles up to 3 8 thick with this machine Attempting to cut thicker material may cause damage to the machine and potential personal injury Crushing and Marring Using excessive force on the lever or using dull or dirty cutter wheels can cause damage to your workpiece Before cutting any material with this tool assure that the cutting wheel or tip is in good condition When moving the handle assure that the pressure applied is appropriate to the thickness and hardness of the tile being scored Guiding and Supporting Materials Materials must be supported while scoring or breaking Wear Eye protective glasses when operating this tool Occasionally splinters or shards may split off and be ejected whil using this tool Protect your eyes to prevent injury Avoid injury to your hands and fingers Keep your hands away from the moving and cutting parts of this tool during operation NOTICE No list of warnings can be all inclusive The operator must supply common sense and operate this tool in a safe manner Page 4 SKU 41711 ASSEMBLY Your Tile Cutter is mostly a
7. on TIP Do not cut too many tiles to the same size without test installing them in your workplace Small variations in actual construction of walls floors and counter tops which may not be Figure 5 Using the Try Square immediately apparent may require you to adjust the cut dimen sion of tiles as you work Page 6 SKU 41711 Making a Circle Cut 1 Assemble the circle cutter assembly onto the tool as previously discussed 2 On the tile mark the center point of the circle and measure or mark the circumference of the intended circle cut 3 Squeeze the Press Handle A downward lifting the drill point and knife body above the level of the cutter base 4 Place the tile on the EVA cushion with the centerpoint of the circle directly under the center drill of the circle cutter Release the Press Handle slowly and adjust the tile to carefully align the Triangle Drill G with the enter point of the hole marked on your tile Figure 6 Adjusting the Circle Scale 5 Loosen the nut on the Knife Body F and slide the knife body until the knife point aligns with the circumference you have marked on the tile Retighten the nut 6 Holding the tile firmly onto the EVA Cushion rotate the Crank B clockwise to drill into the tile and cut the circle Continue rotating the crank until the circle has been completely cut through the tile PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE
8. ssembled when you receive it Please complete the assembly as follows Install the Bottom Feet 1 Slide each Bottom Foot T onto the lower corners of the Base V Attach each one with the bolts nuts and washers supplied Tighten the fasteners firmly Install the Circle Cutter Your tile cutter comes set up for making straight cuts Whenever you wish to make circle cuts you must install the circle cutter Remove the circle cutter when finished 1 Raise the Handle H and slide the mechanism away Figure 1 Foot Assembly from the circle cutter area towards the Buffer Sleeves L 2 Remove the nut and washer from the Pressing Plate E be careful not to lose these parts 3 Place the circle cutter mechanism onto the Tracks M with the Press Handle A pointed to the right away from the Buffer Sleeve portion of the tool Align the drill point of the circle cutter with the center of the hole in the Base 4 Place the Pressing Plate E under the tracks and circle cutter assembly with the threaded rod inserted upward through the hole in the base of the circle cutting assembly Re install the nut and washer and tighten Install the try square Depending on the model you purchased the try square may install with the arm extension of the try square either to the front of the tool or to the rear Both versions work equally well The measuring scales on your tool also may be marked either in millimeters or inches 1
9. tive hair covering to contain long hair Always wear appropriate work clothing USE EYE EAR AND BREATHING PROTECTION Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists Use ANSI approved ear protection when working in a loud or noisy environment DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or across running machines MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Control handles must be kept clean dry and free from oil and grease at all times Page 3 SKU 41711 11 STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing Do not operate any machinery when you are tired 12 DO NOT OPERATE MACHINERY WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR PRESCRIPTION MEDICINES 13 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Before using any tool any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment and binding of moving parts any broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician 14 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES When servicing use only identical replace
10. ual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator Page 2 SKU 41711 10 SAFETY WARNING amp CAUTIONS WARNING When using shop equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas invite injuries OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS Do not use tools in damp wet or poorly lit locations Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lit Do not use electrically powered equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids KEEP CHILDREN AWAY Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle machines tools or equipment STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use tools must be locked up in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool s capacities USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was not intended DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Non skid footwear is recommended Wear restric
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