dlaneart
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Post by dlaneart on Feb 20, 2020 22:42:52 GMT -5
I got this as a birthday gift from my wife after I burned out a crappy one. I’m mostly happy how it works but I hate using it with the oil spray it kicks up. I currently use food grade mineral oil and I’m rather covered in it after cutting a few slabs into pre cabs. I’m a total rookie so I’m sure there are tricks that can make it more enjoyable to use without having to put the hazmat suit one before using. Any advise is appreciated.  |
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Post by pauls on Feb 20, 2020 23:29:29 GMT -5
Welcome from Australia.
Nice gift.
How much oil are you putting in it? It really should just give a very fine spray.
Try no more than 3/16 to a quarter of an inch of the blade just dipping into the oil.
If you are still having trouble you could change to water, you will need to add some soluble oil to the water so it doesn't corrode everything. I will let others chime in with local US names for the soluble oil. It's also probably best to drain the tank after each use if you are using water, Some funky chemical reactions can take place in a tank of water with all sorts of ground up minerals in it.
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dlaneart
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Post by dlaneart on Feb 21, 2020 6:53:55 GMT -5
Welcome from Australia. Nice gift. How much oil are you putting in it? It really should just give a very fine spray. Try no more than 3/16 to a quarter of an inch of the blade just dipping into the oil. If you are still having trouble you could change to water, you will need to add some soluble oil to the water so it doesn't corrode everything. I will let others chime in with local US names for the soluble oil. It's also probably best to drain the tank after each use if you are using water, Some funky chemical reactions can take place in a tank of water with all sorts of ground up minerals in it. Great advice, I took the top off and I had about5/8 in it. My method was cut a few and add a bit and guess that was too much. I was bummed with the mess after the excitement of a new tool wore off. Maybe I’ll fab a sight glass view because taking the top off is not the ideal option. Now I can’t wait to play in the shop this weekend. Thank you! |
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Post by knave on Feb 21, 2020 7:11:18 GMT -5
Wow, that trim saw looks well powered. Motor diameter is bigger than the blade. ETA: Looks like a well designed tool.
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dlaneart
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Post by dlaneart on Feb 21, 2020 7:50:48 GMT -5
Wow, that trim saw looks well powered. Motor diameter is bigger than the blade. ETA: Looks like a well designed tool. It cuts most material like butter. I was covered in oil after an hour use because well we all should learn from our mistakes. Wife was asking why I not cut lately and did not want to say I was bummed on the oil part. This is my second trim saw and looks like it will last. My first one lasted about 6 months and I paid way too much for a plastic piece of junk. HT diamond is crap IMHO |
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Post by wpotterw on Feb 21, 2020 8:27:14 GMT -5
I got this as a birthday gift from my wife after I burned out a crappy one. I’m mostly happy how it works but I hate using it with the oil spray it kicks up. I currently use food grade mineral oil and I’m rather covered in it after cutting a few slabs into pre cabs. I’m a total rookie so I’m sure there are tricks that can make it more enjoyable to use without having to put the hazmat suit one before using. Any advise is appreciated. Get some plexiglass cut to spec, good silicone/glue and make a box hood with an opening on either side for your hands. That should cut down a lot of spray. |
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Post by Peruano on Feb 21, 2020 8:55:39 GMT -5
You want just enough oil for there to be a line of oil on the saw table in front of the blade, but minimal oil thrown higher to contact the clear shield at the front of the table. That is not as hard to achieve as it sounds. Start with the oil level low, and the saw running, then add oil near the slot where the blade projects and watch for that telltale trace of oil in front of the blade. Some oil is inevitable, but lots of oil splattered around is avoidable. You should not have to add oil frequently during a single session, but if you have oil buildup on the saw table, push it back toward the slot and into the tank rather than adding more oil to the total. Practice and experimentation will save the day.
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textriguy
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Post by textriguy on Feb 27, 2020 11:49:40 GMT -5
Is that an HP? Just asking as they say to use water in theirs. I'm looking at an HP but some here are saying some not so good things about the new owners.
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