Kobalt KPC 6180-06 Concrete Saw Power Cutter Manual

Kobalt KPC 6180-06 Concrete Saw Power Cutter

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

HARDWARE CONTENTS

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

WARNING

• To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this owner’s manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this owner’s manual, do not use this product. Call 888-356-2258 for assistance.
  The operation of any product can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before operating a product, always wear safety goggles, safety glasses with side shields, or a full-face shield when needed. A Wide Vision Safety Mask is recommended for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and  refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a  cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
• Use only KOBALT 80-volt batteries (KB 280C-06, KB 2580C-06, KB 480-06, KB 580C-06, KB 680C-06).
• Use only KOBALT charger (KRC 0280-06, KRC 30-06, KDC 50-06).

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C may cause an explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

KICKBACK AND RELATED WARNINGS

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating wheel which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the wheel’s rotation at the point of the binding. For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away from the operator, depending on the direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions. Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.

• Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Always use an auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up. The operator can control torque reactions or kickback forces if proper precautions are taken.
• Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. The accessory may kick back over your hand.
• Do not position your body in line with the rotating wheel. Kickback will propel the tool in a direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
• Do not attach a saw chain, woodcarving blade, a segmented diamond wheel with a peripheral gap greater than 10 mm, or a toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickbacks and loss of control.
• Do not “jam” the wheel or apply excessive pressure. Do not attempt to cut at an excessive depth. Overstressing the wheel increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting or binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or wheel breakage.
• When the wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold the power tool motionless until the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the wheel from the cut while the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheel binding.
• Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind, walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the workpiece.
• Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large workpieces tend to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
• Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring or objects that can cause kickback.

THE RECOMMENDED AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE:

WARNING (PROPOSITION 65)

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

PREPARATION

Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 5 – 10 minutes

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Using a product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misused and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING

• Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
• Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

Installing the cutting blade

This product is equipped with a diamond blade, which is suitable, depending on the version, for cutting certain materials such as asphalt, concrete, hard stone, clay brick, clay pipe. Do not cut any other materials – Risk of accident!

WARNING

• Never use a diamond blade to cut plastic material. The heat produced during cutting may melt the plastic and it can stick to the cutting blade and cause a kickback.
• Diamond blades become very hot when used. An overheated blade is a result of improper use, and may cause deformation of the blade, resulting in damage and injuries.

Press and hold the spindle lock button (K).

• Remove the washer and bolt.
• Install the cutting blade (L), washer and bolt.
  Note: The arrow on the guard shows the rotation direction. Ensure the arrow on the blade follows the same direction.

Press and hold the spindle lock button.

• Tighten the bolt within a torque range of 18.5 ft-lbs.

Hardware Used

Adjusting the angle of the blade guard

The blade guard can be adjusted to different angles.

• Slide the guard adjustment lock (M) rearward and hold it.
• Move the guard to the desired angle.
• When you hear a click, release the guard adjustment lock to secure the guard.

Connect the water supply

WARNING

• • Wet cutting is used only with the diamond abrasive blade when cutting concrete.
  • Carefully read and understand the safety chapter and operation instructions before applying water.
  • In sub-zero temperatures, the water must be drained out from the pipe after finishing work to avoid the risk of freezing.
• Remove the quick-connect coupler (J) and securely attach to the hose.
• Reinstall the quick-connect coupler to the product.
• Adjust the water flow lever (C) based on your work conditions.

After finishing work:

• Switch off the product.
• Close the water flow lever.
• Disconnect the product from the water supply.

WARNING:

• Do not cut after turning off the water supply, as it may lead to concrete grout blocking the water outlet.
• Always remove the battery from your product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

Installing/removing the battery

To install battery

• Align the ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the battery compartment.
• Push the battery pack into the battery compartment until the battery pack locks into place.
• When you hear a click, the battery pack is installed.

To remove battery

• Push and hold the battery release button (N).
• Remove the battery pack from the product.

WARNING

Follow these instructions on order to avoid injury and to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire:

• Replace the battery or the charger immediately if the battery case or charger cord is damaged.
• Verify that the battery is removed before inspecting, adjusting, or performing maintenance on any part of the product.
• Read, understand, and follow the instructions contained in the charger manual.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Starting/stopping the product

To start the product

• Insert the battery into the product.
• Press the power button (E).
• Simultaneously push the trigger lockout (G) and pull the trigger (I).

To stop the product

• Release the trigger (I).
• Push the power button to turn the product off.
• Push and hold the battery release button.
• Remove the battery from the product to fully stop its operation.

Automatic shutdown safety function
The product has an automatic shutdown function that stops the product if it is not used. The product will stand by after 1 minute of inactivity, and will power off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

LED Indicator

Light button (F)

• Press the light button to turn on the LED light.
  Note: If there is a 10-minute period of inactivity, the light will automatically switch off. The light will flash at the last minute of the delay before turning it off.
• Press the light button again to turn off the LED light.

Warning indicator (D)

• LED will illuminate RED indicating an abnormal condition. Refer to the chart below.

Operation tips

WARNING

• Do not move the product to the side. This can prevent the free movement of the blade and cause the blade to break, which can cause an injury.
• Do not use the side of the blade. The blade can become damaged and broken, which can cause an injury. Use only the cutting edge.
• Do not use a diamond blade to cut plastic material. The heat that occurs can melt the plastic. Melted plastic can attach to the cutting blade and cause a kickback.

• Hold the product securely with one hand on the rear handle and the other hand on the front handle. Always use both hands while operating the product.
  • Grip the handles firmly with your thumbs and fingers wrapped around them.
  • Ensure that the thumb of the hand holding the front handle is positioned below the handle for a secure grip.

• Maintain good balance and footing at all times. Never cut while standing on a ladder.
  • Position the product in such a way that your body is clear of the cutting attachment. Avoid standing in direct line with the blade. Never bend over the cutting attachment, especially when there is a risk of reactive forces. Ensure sufficient freedom of movement, especially in trenches. Make sure there is sufficient space for the user and the fall of the severed part.
  • Do not operate above shoulder height. Use a platform or scaffold if the cutting operation is above shoulder height. Do not overreach.

• A kickback occurs when the blade is pinched in the kickback zone. Usually, they are not dangerous but a strong kickback can cause injury or death.
  • A reactive force pulls the product in the opposite direction of the blade movement. Most of the time this force is not strong. If the blade is pinched the strength of the reactive force can cause a kickback.
  • Do not tilt the product when the cutting equipment rotates. Centrifugal forces can decrease movement.
  • Do not cut with the kickback zone of the cutting blade. If the blade is pinched in the kickback zone, the reactive force rotates the product up and back. It can hit the operator and can result in injury or death.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING

• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If the operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

General maintenance

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, lubricant, grease, etc..

• 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.

WARNING

• To avoid serious personal injury, read and understand all the safety instructions in this section.
• Before performing any maintenance, make sure the battery is removed. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Cleaning the magnet filter

Check and clean the magnet filter after every metal-cutting session. Insert the battery into the product.

• Loosen the screw and remove the left side cover.
• Clean the magnet filter with a brush.

Replacing the cutting blade

CAUTION

• The diamond abrasive blade (included) is designed for cutting concrete and should not be used for other materials. A composite abrasive blade is recommended for cutting steel.

WARNING

• Use only approved replacement blades.
• Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades. Always remove the battery when servicing or transporting the product.

Stop the product.

• Remove the battery.
• Press and hold the spindle lock button (K).
• Remove the bolt, washer and blade.
  Note: The product is compatible with two blade bore sizes (0.8’’ and 1’’). You can switch between sizes by flipping the shaft sleeve.

Install the new blade, washer and bolt.

• Press and hold the spindle lock button.
• Tighten the bolt within a torque range of 18.5 ft-lbs.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you still have questions or an unresolved issue after going through this troubleshooting guide or just want to speak to a KOBALT product expert, please call our KOBALT customer service department at 888-356-2258, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday or ascs@lowes.com.

WARRANTY

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This KOBALT 80 V Lithium-Ion 12 in. Power cutter is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for five (5) years subject to the warranty coverage described herein. This KOBALT 80 V Lithium-Ion 12 in. Power cutter is warranted for the original user to be free from defects in material and workmanship.

If you believe that the KOBALT 80 V Lithium-Ion 12 in. Power cutter is defective at any time during the specified warranty period, simply call our Warranty service (888-356-2258) along with proof of purchase. This warranty is void if: defects in materials or workmanship or damages result from repairs or alterations which have been made or attempted by others or the unauthorized use of nonconforming parts; the damage is due to normal wear, damage is due to abuse (including overloading of the tool beyond capacity), improper maintenance, neglect or accident; or the damage is due to the use of the tool after partial failure or use with improper accessories or unauthorized repair or alteration. This warranty excludes replacement blades.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 888-356-2258, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday. You may also contact us at ascs@lowes.com.

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