®

Pearl

Abrasive Co.

Accept No Imitations

MODEL VX10.2XLPRO AND

VX7.2XL TILE SAW

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

VX10.2XLPRO

shown.

serial number -

You should record the Serial Number of your Tile Saw on this

Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and on the Warranty Card. The Warranty

Card must be sent back with all the required pertinent information for the warranty to take effect.

Caution!

Read Safety and General Instructions carefully before using saw for the first time.

REV. 1

Patents Pending

Assembled in U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

I.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL POWER TOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

II.

SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

III.

FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

IV.

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

V.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SAW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

VI.

BLADE INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

VII.

SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES FOR TILE SAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

VIII.

USING THE CUTTING TABLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

XIX.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

X.

BEARING HOUSING REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

XI.

CUTTING DEPTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

XII.

BELT REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

XIII.

REPLACEMENT PART LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

XIV.

ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

XV.

THE RIGHT BLADES DOES THE RIGHT JOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

XVI.

HOW TO ORDER PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

XVII.

ELECTRICAL MOTOR SPECIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

XVIII.

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

i. GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL POWER TOOLS

WARNING!

Read all instructions. As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the machine. The following basic safety precautions should be followed at all times to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and serious personal injury to you or others. Keep these important operating instructions with this product.

1. Know your power tool - read owner’s/operator’s manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards unique to this tool.

2. Keep guards in place - and in working order.

3. Ground all tools - if tools are equipped with three prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be attached to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.

4. Remove wrenches - Form a habit of checking to see that adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it “on”.

5. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

6. Do not use in dangerous environment. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.

7. Keep children and visitors away. All children and visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

8. Make workshop childproof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

9. Do not force tool. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.

10. Use right tool. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

11. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

12. Always use safety glasses. Wear safety glasses (must comply with ANSI Z87.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.

13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility.

15. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.

16. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in “off” position before plugging in power cord.

17. Use recommended accessories only. Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

18. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

19. Check Damaged Parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform it’s intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect it’s operation. A guard or part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

20. Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power “off”. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

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21. Extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Extension cord tables (refer to page 21) show the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage numbers the heavier the cord.

22. Do not abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or pull it to disconnect from receptacle, Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

23. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerator enclosures.

24. Outdoor use extension cords. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.

25. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

26. Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

27. Store idle tool. When not in use, tool should be stored in a dry and locked place, out of reach of children.

WARNING!

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Sawing and drilling generates dust. Excessive airborne particles may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. To avoid breathing impairment always employ dust controls and protection suitable to the material being saw or drilled in accordance with OSHA (29 CFR Part

1910.1). Diamond blades improperly used are dangerous. Comply with ANSI Safety Code B7.1 and OSHA covering speed, safety guards, flanges, mounting procedures, general operating rules, handling, storage and general machine condition.

KEEP GUARD IN PLACE

DIAMOND BLADE

BLADE CUTTING DEPTH

ELECTRIC SWITCH OFF

ELECTRIC SWITCH ON

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

REMOVE TOOLS

PAY EXTREME

ATTENTION

ii. SYMBOLS

REPAIRS TO BE DONE

MACHINE HAZARD

FLAMMABLE

READ INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY

WARNING

FRAGILE

KEEP DRY

DO NOT STEP ON

WEAR HEARING

PROTECTION

WEAR EYE PROTECTION

WEAR BREATHING

PROTECTION

WEAR HARD HAT

WEAR PROTECTIVE

CLOTHING

WEAR SAFETY SHOES

WELL VENTILATED

NO NON-WORKING

PERSONNEL

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iii. FEATURES

The Pearl VX7.2XL / VX10.2XLPRO is a portable professional tile saw. Lightweight and compact it has innovative built in features that enable it to cut larger format tiles. The unique main table allow the saw to increase its cutting capacity when needed. The main table and extension carriage are supported by low friction, self cleaning, adjustable guide wheels. Water flow to the blade is provided by two (2) nozzles that directs the water to both sides of the blade. The rugged powder coated steel frame sets in a removable water tray for easy clean up.

• Powerful Motor - 2 hp (VX10.2XLPRO) & 3/4 hp (VX7.2XL).

• Automatic Thermal Overload protects your saw from power surges and motor overheating.

• Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Water Tray standard with VX10.2XLPRO.

• High Impact ABS Water Tray standard with VX7.2XL.

• Adjustable Cutting Head allows user to align saw at any time.

• Cutting alignment not affected by water tray maintenance.

• Blade Capacity - 8" to 10" (VX10.2XLPRO) & 7" (VX7.2XL).

• Diagonal cut up to 18" tiles and rip cut up to 24" in length.

The heavy duty, cast to last, construction and quality components were designed to meet the highest demands of the professional.

Read this manual completely and then let the Pearl VX7.2XL/VX10.2XLPRO take your cutting capabilities to new dimensions.

iv. SPECIFICATIONS

MOTOR

PEARL VX7.2XL / VX10.2XLPRO TILE SAW

ARBOR SHAFT

ROTATION

MAX. BLADE

CAPACITY

WEIGHT DIMENSIONS

VX7.2XL

3/4 HP

115 v, 60 Hz,

Single phase

Counter-

Clockwise

5/8" arbor blade,

7" Blade

58 lbs.

Width: 22.5"

Height: 18.5"

VX10.2XL

PRO

2 HP

115 v, 60 Hz,

Single phase

Counter-

Clockwise

5/8" arbor blade,

8, 9 & 10" Blade

84 lbs.

Width: 22.5"

Height: 19.25"

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45º/90º Rip

Guide

v. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SAW

Power Switch

Vertical Arm

Assembly

Motor

Assembly

Blade Guard

Adjustment

Knob

Blade Guard

Diamond

Blade

VX10.2XLPRO

shown.

Lock Pin

Roller Kit

FRONT

Miter Block

Main Table

Assembly

Carriage Assembly

Water Tray

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Drip Tray

Blade Wrench

vi. BLADE INSTALLATION

1. Carefully raise the cutting head to its highest position and secure it into place by tightening the cutting head adjustment knob in the rear support.

2. Raise the blade guard to the highest position and tighten the blade guard adjustment knob.

3. Remove the blade shaft nut and outer flange.

4. Place the blade onto the shaft making sure that the directional arrows are pointing in the direction of rotation.

5. After making sure that the blade is firmly placed against the inner flange, secure it into place with the outer flange and blade shaft nut.

Make certain the nut if firmly tightened with the wrench provided, but do not over tighten!

7. Lower the blade guard and tighten the adjustment knob.

8. Slightly loosen the rear support adjustment knob, lower the cutting head so that the blade is 3/16" to 1/4" below the surface of the cutting table, and then tighten the adjustment knob firmly to hold the cutting head in place.

WARNING: Setting the blade too low may damage the cutting table and if set too high, the blade may grab the material being cut, causing damage and possibly injury.

Figure 1

vii. SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES FOR TILE SAW

WARNING!

For your own safety and the safety of others do not attempt to operate this saw until you have read and understand the general safety rules for all power tools and the following additional safety precaution unique to this saw.

1. Use safety equipment - wear safety approved hearing, eye, head and respirator protection.

WARNING!

The dust generated by cutting of tile, marble, stone, bricks etc. can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide proper dust removal.

Always wear a dust mask approved for respiratory protection against these types of dusts and mists.

2. Read and understand the symbol definitions contained in this manual.

3. Read and understand all warnings and instructions on the machine.

4. Read all safety materials and instructions that accompany any blade or accessory used with this machine.

5. Establish a training program for all operations of this machine.

6. Always provide a copy of this manual to the equipment user. If you need extra copies call our Customer Service Department at

1-800-969-5561.

7. Always select a diamond blade according to the manufacturers recommendation suitable for the material to be cut. Never use a blade having a maximum operating speed lower than the “No load R.P.M.” marked on the tool

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nameplate. Do not operate any saw without safety guards in place or with a blade diameter larger than the maximum saw blade capacity.

8. Before mounting a blade on the saw clean and inspect the arbor shaft, blade flanges and the diamond blade for uneven wear or damage. If it appears to be damaged, Do not operate the

tool. Have it serviced by a qualified service technician.

9. Before each use of the saw, inspect the diamond blade for hairline fatigue cracks. If such a crack or flaw is evident, discard the blade. Using a damaged blade may cause injury to the operator or others.

10. Be sure that the blade arbor hole matches the blade adapter flange supplied with the saw.

Use only blade adapter flanges that came on your saw. Never use damaged or worn blade adapter flanges.

11. Installing the blade, install the blade with the arrow pointing the same direction as the rotation of the arbor shaft or the arrow on the blade guard. Be sure to tighten the blade shaft arbor nut with the wrench provided.

Be careful not to over tighten.

WARNING!

Not dressing the blade frequently or setting the blade too high will cause it to grab the tile possibly causing injury to the operator and the saw. Setting the blade depth too low will cause it to cut into the main table that may result in injury.

12. Check that the blade tracks near the center of the channel in the main table, and that the table moves freely from front to back.

13. Sometimes the material being cut is not abrasive enough to expose new diamonds on the blade. If the blade is not sharpened, it will rub against the surface resulting in heat build up in the core. To prevent this, it is necessary to dress the blade. To dress the blade simply cut something that is very abrasive such as a piece of cement block. Indications that the blade needs dressing includes:

• The diamond in the matrix appear shiny because they are worn flat.

• The blade stops cutting or noticeably slows down.

Blade dressing stones are available from your local Pearl

Warehouse.

14. Before using the saw fill the water tub enough to submerge the water pump with clean water only. Replenish as necessary and clean the water tub frequently. Do not operate a wet cutting blade without adequate water flow to both sides of the blade. Never run the pump dry.

15. When cutting, always hold the material firmly lying flat, supported by the main table with one edge resting against the main table backstop.

• Do not attempt to cut pieces too small to safely hold down on the main table.

• Never use the side of the blade to cut or grind with, only cut in a straight line.

• Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and all other moving parts.

• Never touch or try to stop a moving blade with your hand.

16. When cutting dry - always unplug the water pump first. Never run the pump dry.

• Do not use a wet cutting blade for dry cutting. Select the proper dry cutting blade for your application.

• Never make long continuous cuts with dry cutting blades. To avoid heat build up, allow the blade to cool, remove the tile and allow the blade to run freely for a few minutes.

IMPORTANT - If there is any tendency for the saw to tip or move during certain operations, such as when cutting large heavy tile; the saw must be securely fastened to a supporting table.

17. Make certain all adjusting knobs or locks are tight and engaged in their detents and that movable parts not intended to move during operation are securely locked before making a cut. Be careful not to over tighten.

18. Before connecting the machine to a power source check to see that the “On/Off” switch is in the “off” position.

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(A) (B)

Cover of grounded outlet box

(C)

Grounding

Means

(Lug)

Metal

Screw

(D) (E)

Grounding pin

Grounding pin Figure 2

Grounding Methods

• Make sure the blade is not contacting anything before connecting to a power source and starting the motor.

• Know how to stop the machine quickly in case of an emergency.

19. Grounding Instructions

• In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

• Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

• Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

• Use only 3 wire extension cords that have

3 prong grounding plugs and 3 pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Figure 2. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in

Figure 2(A). A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in Figure 2(B) and 2(C), may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in

Figure 2(B) if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.

Additionally, water pump requires the use of a Ground

Fault Circuit Interrupter. Therefore, when using the water pump receptacle, this tool must be plugged into a properly installed Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet.

See Figure 2(D). If a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet is not available, Pearl Abrasive Co. has it available as an accessory item. A plug-in Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter may be plugged into a properly installed and grounded 3-pole outlet. Refer to Figure 2(E).

20. Position of the Tile Saw

• To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position tile saw to one side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. The user should arrange a “drip loop” in the cord connecting the saw to a receptacle. The

“drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle, or the connector if an extension cord is used, to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.

See Figure 3.

• If the plug or receptacle does get wet,

Do not unplug the cord. Disconnect the

To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground.

Do not touch plug with wet hands.

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fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.

21. Extension Cords

• Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identified by a marking

“Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use.” Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Refer to chart on page 21.

Do not use damaged extension cords.

Examine extension cord before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cords and do not pull on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the saw from the extension cord.

Power Cord

* Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the tile saw. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

Supporting

Surface

TOOL

Figure 3

Drip Loop

Drip Loop

viii. USING THE CUTTING TABLE

Features:

• Cutting table marked in inches for precision cuts.

• 14” cutting table provides more support during larger cutting jobs than the standard 11” cutting tables.

Using 90˚ Rip Guide:

1. Set the rip guide by positioning it on the desired dimension and tighten the threaded knob. Make sure that the rip guide is firmly tightened to avoid slippage. The rip guide can be used for 90˚ rip cuts from both the left and right side.

2. After the rip guide is positioned for the desired cut, place material flat against the rip guide and the table measurement rail.

3. Simply line-up the material being cut with the appropriate pre-marked lines on the cutting table surface.

4. Now you are ready to make your cut.

Making Miter Cuts (Using Optional Miter Block):

1. For miter cuts, place the lip of the miter block on the measurement rail, with the threaded knobs facing you.

2. Tighten the threaded knobs to secure the miter block in place.

3. Place material onto miter block and you are ready to cut.

VX7.2XL

shown.

Figure 4

Cutting large tile

VX10.2XLPRO and VX7.2XL can cut a

24" tile and diagonally cut a 18" tile.

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xix. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

For your safety before performing any maintenance on the saw turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord.

The Pearl VX7.2XL/VX10.2XLPRO requires very little maintenance however, keeping your saw clean and properly adjusted will ensure optimum performance.

Take great care not to get water into the motor. Do not use pressure washer to clean motor area.

1. Cleaning

• Form a habit of cleaning your saw after each use. To clean the water tub, remove drain plug provided in bottom of tub.

Remove saw including water pump from tub. Remove residual water and clean tub using soap and water only. Reinstall saw with pump into tub.

• To increase water pump life remove tile grit by purging water. Pump with fresh water after each use.

• With a damp cloth or sponge wipe clean the guide rails and all other surfaces on the saw where dust and debris has accumulated.

NOTE - Do not lubricate the guide rails. The presence of oil or grease will cause an accumulation of dust and dirt.

2. Transporting

• Unplug the power cord and store it in the empty, dry water tub. For convenience and safety, the saw should be transported with both the main table and carriage

locked, motor in upper position and all adjustment knobs tightened.

3. Sliding Carriage Adjustment

• Make sure that all rails and rollers are clean.

• If carriage and/or table does not slide smoothly, it will require tension adjustment as follows:

A. Raise saw 2”-3” from table or workbench

(front and rear) gaining acces to (red) pivot adjuster bolts. See Figure 5.

B. Locate (red) pivot adjuster on frame base.

Adjust roller tension against extrusion carriage by loosening socket head bolt directly below adjuster. See Figure 5.

C. With bolt loose, turn (red) pivot adjuster

Pivot

Adjuster

(red)

Figure 5

Sliding carriage adjustment

(3/4” wrench is needed) either counter-

clockwise (putting the roller into the extrusion) or clockwise (pulling the roller away from the extrusion.)

D. Tighten lower hex-bolt when finished.

E. Since four rollers are adjustable on base, all may need attention at operator’s discretion. If the table is not running freely or feels loose, sometimes it is difficult to discern which one needs adjustment. The simplest procedure is to loosen ALL four adjusters and re-adjust in sequential order: a. Right Side Middle b. Right Side Rear c. Right Side Front d. Left Side Middle

Be sure to check for looseness or binding after each roller adjustment.

4. Table Roller Adjustment

A. Loosen (4) hex-screws on table top.

B. Adjust tension on rollers by turning set screw (on outside of table) until desired tension is achieved. DO NOT OVER-

TIGHTEN. See Figure 6.

C. Re-tighten the (4) screws on table top.

Check table movement and re-adjust if necessary. Table should roll free but without side movement.

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4 hex-screws

Figure 9

Attaching Drip Tray to Tub screw

Figure 6

Table roller adjustment

5. Aligning the Blade to the Table

• While cutting, the material being cut must move in a straight line parallel to the saw blade. If the blade is out of plane it will bind at one end of the cut. To align the blade requires cutting a tile (securely against the table back stop) while checking for binding at trailing edge of blade (farthest away from operator). See

Figure 7.

Figure 7

Blade

Tile

If adjustment is required, loosen four bolts at top of vertical arm. Rotate complete motor assembly as required until alignment is attained. Tighten all four bolts and re-check alignment.

6. Tub & Tray

• Insert the large rubber stopper in the drain hole. See Figure 8.

Figure 8

Rubber Stopper

STEP

1

STEP

2

7. Positioning the Saw in the Tub

A. Place the saw in the tub positioning the

Vertical Arm on the same side as the relief in the tub shown in Figure 10.

Figure 10

Relief side of the tub

Tub

VX7.2XL

shown.

B. Line the saw up with the molded guides in the base of the tub.

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8. Connecting the Water Pump

A. Attach the provided adapter to the water pump.

B. Hand tighten the adapter. Do not use a

wrench as it can strip the thread.

C. Connect the clear tubing to the male section of the adapter until it fits securely

See Figure 11.

Water tubing

Figure 11

Adapter

x. BEARING HOUSING REPLACEMENT

To Remove the Bearing Housing:

1. Remove the screws (5 screws–VX7.2XL •

3 screws–VX10.2XLPRO) on the belt guard.

2. Remove the belt guard.

3. Loosen (but do not remove) the adjustment screw behind the mounting plate and the 4 screws on the motor base to remove the belt.

4. Remove the blade lock nut and remove the blade (if there is one present).

5. Remove the 4 screws on the mounting plate closest to the cutting head handle to remove the bearing housing (including the attached pulley and inner flange.)

To Install the New Bearing Housing:

1. Be sure that you have completed the instructions above to remove the old bearing housing.

2. Open the box and carefully place the flat portion of the new bearing housing facedown on a towel situated on a flat surface.

3. Secure the cutting head in a completely horizontal position.

4. Slide the new bearing housing with the flat portion facing upwards onto the 4 screws located below the mounting plate. Take care not to damage the inner flange.

Lock the bearing housing into place by using brackets and nuts.

5. Pull the motor toward you, place the belt on the pulleys, and tighten the motor position adjustment screw. Be sure to leave some slack on the belt.

6. Align the belt by adjusting the motor pulley after loosening the hex screw. WARNING:

Do not adjust the bearing housing pulley.

After aligning the belt, tighten the hex screw.

7. Replace the belt guard and lock into place using 3 screws.

Figure 12

xi. CUTTING DEPTH

The recommended cutting depth is 1/4" below the cutting table surface. To adjust the cutting depth, loosen the mounting plate adjustment knob so that the blade is 1/4' below the top of the cutting table’s surface.

WARNING: Setting the blade too low may damage the cutting table and if set too high, the blade may grab the material being cut, causing damage and possibly injury.

BLADE DIAMETER

6 inch

7 inch

8 inch

9 inch

10 inch

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CUTTING DEPTH

1-1/2 inch

1-3/4 inch

2-1/4 inch

2-3/4 inch

3-1/4 inch

xii. BELT REPLACEMENT

7. To re-assemble, follow steps in reverse order.

1. Turn off the saw before proceeding any further.

2. Loosen and remove the belt guard screws and take off the belt guard.

3. Loosen the 4 nuts (front & back) on the mounting plate.

4. Gently loosen the motor adjustment clip on the very rear of the motor mounting plate.

5. Carefully nudge the motor slightly forward, so there is a little slack in the belt.

6. Take off the old belt and replace with new belt.

Figure 13

xiii. REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

VX7.2XL MOTOR ASSEMBLY

23

21 20

19

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

24 25

26

27

28

18

17

8

9

10

11

31

PART NAME

1 Power Cable

2 3/4 HP Electrical Industrial Motor

3 Motor Shaft Pulley

4 Motor Adjustment Clip with Screw

5 Mounting Plate

6 Belt Guard Bracket

7 Timing T Shape Nylon Belt

8 Belt Guard

9 Belt Guard Screws (5)

10 Blade Shaft

11 Blade Shaft Pulley

12 Bearing Housing Hold Down Bracket

13 Liquid Cooled Bearing Housing

14 Inner Flange

15 Outer Flange

16 Blade Lock Nut

17 Blade Guard

PART NUMBER

PSV07010

PSV07014

PSV07015

PSV07025

PSV07026

PSV07017

PSV07032

PSV07016

PSV07033

PSV00003

PSV07019

PSV00009

PSV00007

PSV07030

PSV07031

PSV00004

PSV07021

29

16

15

14

33

32

12

13 30

34

PART NAME PART NUMBER

18 Blade Guard Adjustment Knob PSV07022

19 Circuit Breaker

20 Power Toggle Switch

21 Power Switch Housing

(Includes: Toggle Switch, Circuit Breaker, Power Cable)

PSV07024

PSV00001

PSV00002

23 Motor Protection Cover Shield

24 Carbon Brushes (set of 2)

25 Brush Caps

26 Bearing Housing Screws & Nuts

27 Water Flow “T” Adapter

28 Water Flow “L” Adapter

29 Rubber Splash Guard

30 Water Pump

31 Pulley Lock Pin

32 Water Tubing

33 7" Blade

34 Screen Filter Cover

PSV07035

PSV07036

PSV07037

PSV07038

PSV00005

PSV00008

PSV07023

PSV00006

PSV00011

PSV00040

DTL07B19

PSV00006S

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VX10.2XLPRO MOTOR ASSEMBLY

1 40 39 38 22 21 20 19 18 17

2

3

4

5

6

41

23 24

36

7

8

9

10

11

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

12

16

15

14

13

34

35

37

PART NAME

1 Power Cable

2 Motor Fan Cover

3 Running Capacitor

4 Starter Capacitor

5 2 HP Electrical Industrial Motor

6 Motor Shaft Pulley

7 Belt Guard

8 Belt Guard Bracket

9 Motor Support Shaft

10 Blade Shaft Pulley

11 Pulley Lock Pin

12 Bearing Housing Hold Down Bracket

13 Blade Cleaning Brushes (2 ea.)

14 Water Flow "L" Adapter

15 Blade Guard

16 Blade Guard Adjustment Knob

17 Water Flow "L" Adapter

18 Water Flow "T" Adapter

19 Rubber Splash Guard

20 Switch Box Cover with Gasket

21 Toggle Switch

PART NUMBER

PSV10010

PSV10011

PSV10012

PSV10013

PSV10014

PSV10015

PSV10016

PSV10017

PSV10018

PSV10019

PSV00011

PSV00009

PSV10020

PSV00008

PSV10021

PSV10022

PSV00008

PSV00005

PSV10023

PSV0002LR

PSV00001

PART NAME

22 Circuit Breaker

23 Motor Adjustment Clip

24 Mounting Plate

25 #25 Rubber Belt

26 Bearing attached to Pulley

27 Blade Shaft

28 Liquid Cooled Bearing Housing

29 Bearing attached to Inner Flange

30 Inner Flange

31 10" Blade

32 Outer Flange

33 Blade Lock Nut

34 Water Pump

35 Water Tubing

36 Belt Guard Screws (3)

37 Screen Filter Cover

38 Switch Box

39 Switch Box Bracket

40 Water Pump Receptacle

41 Connectors (3)

– 15 –

PART NUMBER

PSV10024

PSV10025

PSV10026

PSV10027

PSV10028

PSV00003

PSV000010

PSV10029

PSV10030

DTL10HPXL

PSV10031

PSV00004

PSV00006

PSV00040

PSV07033

PSV00006S

PSV00002R

PSV10026R

PSV10033R

PSV10032R

VX7.2XL VERTICAL ARM ASSEMBLY

3 4

1 5

6

2

VX10.2XLPRO VERTICAL ARM ASSEMBLY

2

6

1

4

3

5

PART NAME

1 Arm, Vertical

2 Mount, Motor

3 Hex Bolt, .375 - 16x1 Grade 5 Min.

4 Washer, .375 A.N. Flat .65 O.D. Max.

5 Dowel Pin, .250x.5

6 Set Screw, .375 - 16x.5

PART NUMBER

V380101-MA

V380102-MA

V3800

V3801

V3802

V3803

PART NAME

1 Arm, Vertical

2 Mount, Motor 10”

3 Hex Bolt, .375 - 16x1 Grade 5+

4 Washer, .375 A.N. Flat .65 O.D. Max.

5 Set Screw, .375 - 16x.5

6 Dowel Pin, .250x.5

PART NUMBER

V380101-MA

V380201

V3800

V3801

V3803

V3802

VX7.2XL MAIN ASSEMBLY

5

13

12

10

6

7

4

8

9

2

3

11

1 PART NAME

1 Base Assembly

2 Carriage Assembly (Complete)

3 Cutting Head

4 Shaft, Pivot

5 Table Assembly

6 Vertical Arm Assembly

7 Standard Knob

8 Washer, Flat

9 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5 Min., .375 - 16UNCx3

10 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5 Min., .375 - 16UNCx3.5

11 Standard Knob

12 Bumper Stop

13 Socket Head Cap Screw, Plated .250x.625

– 16 –

PART NUMBER

V31000

V31100SS

V380300

V380103-MA

V380000

V380100

V3817

V3805

V3806

V3807

V3817

12142

V3808

VX10.2XLPRO

MAIN ASSEMBLY

3

2

1

6

8

7

13

4

11

5 4

12

9

10

14

16

15

PART NAME

1 Base Assembly

2 Carriage Assembly (Complete)

3 Table Assembly

4 Washer, Flat: .375 SAE

5 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5 Min., .375 - 16UNCx3

6 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5 Min., .375 - 16UNCx3.5

7 Bumper Stop

8 Socket Head Cap Screw, Plated .25 - 20UNC x.625

9 T-Bolt

10 10” Cutting Head

11 Vertical Arm Assembly

12 Shaft, Pivot

13 Handle, Adjustable

14 Fender Washer, Metric

15 Bolt, .10mm x 25

16 Washer, Lock 10mm

PART NUMBER

V31000

V31100SS

V380000

V3809

V3806

V3807

12142

V3808

V380207

V380400

V380200

V380202-MA

6270K34

V3811

V3812

V3813

VX7.2XL & VX10.2XLPRO

TABLE ASSEMBLY

9

8

5

2

1

3

4

4

3

6

7

PART NAME

1 Main Table

2 Mount, Roller

3 Spacer, Roller

4 Washer, Coined

5 Nut Plate, Table

6 PVC Roller

6 Metal Roller (use only with stainless steel rails)

7 Button Head Screw, .25x1UNC

8 Flat Head Socket, .25-20x1.5

9 Set Screw, .25-20x1.25

PART NUMBER

V380001-MA

V31014-MA

V31004-MA

V31005-MA

V31015-MA

V31003

V31003M

V3814

V3815

V3816

– 17 –

VX7.2XL & VX10.2XLPRO

CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY

4

3

PART NAME

1 Rail Guides

2 Screw, Sockethead, 1/4-20x6.2

3 Shim (Optional)

4 End Casting

1

2

PART NUMBER

V31008SS

12140

V31018

V31009-MA

VX7.2XL & VX10.2XLPRO

BASE ASSEMBLY

9

12

11

10

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

PART NAME

1 Screw, Buttonhead 1/4-20x1.25

2 Washer, Coined

3 Spacer, Roller

4 PVC Roller

4 Metal Roller (use only with stainless steel rails)

5 Base, Sub-Assembly

6 Caps, Tubing

7 Pivot, Adjuster

8 Screw, Sockethead 5/16-18x2

9 Bushing, Pin Lock

10 Chain

11 Pin, Lock

12 Ring

– 18 –

PART NUMBER

12139

V31005-MA

V31004-MA

V31003

V31003M

V31000

12138

V31002-MA

12178

V31016-MA

V31017-A

V31017-B

V31017-C

xiv. ACCESSORIES

Name (Qty.)

Miter Block (1)

Part Number

S1000-34

Name (Qty.)

45˚/90˚ Rip Guide (1)

Part Number

V35000

Name (Qty.)

Roller Kits (1)

w/ PVC Roller

Part Number

V31003-SP

w/ Metal Roller

Part Number

V31003-SPM

(use only with stainless steel rails)

Optional

Name (Qty.)

Knob for Rip Guide and Miter Block (1)

Part Number

V35016

Optional

Name (Qty.)

Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter (1)

Part Number

2-OP00-000

Name (Qty.)

Drip Tray (1)

Part Number

V35011P

Name (Qty.)

Drain Plug (1)

Part Number

V35015

Optional

Name (Qty.)

Saw Stand (1)

Part Number

V35010

Name (Qty.)

Water Tray (1)

ABS Water Tray

Part Number

V35012

Stainless Steel Water Tray

Part Number

V35012SS

– 19 –

xv.THE RIGHT BLADE DOES THE RIGHT JOB

For the most effective cutting and blade life always use the recommended Pearl Abrasive Co. blade.

PEARL BLADE

SERIES

CERAMIC

TILE

APPLICATION

MARBLE GRANITE HARDSTONE STONE

HPXL Series

DTLB19 Series

GRT Series

SD Series

SH Series

SHD Series

xvi. HOW TO ORDER PARTS

Please have the following information ready before calling:

• Serial Number of your Tile Saw

• Model Number of the Tile Saw

• When purchased and where

• Part Description

All parts listed may be ordered from your Local warehouses. If the part is not stocked locally, call our Corporate office and ask for our Customer Service Department. For Technical Support call 1-800-969-5561. In Canada call 1-800-387-0008.

There is a $25.00 minimum order.

Return Policy: Return goods for credit or exchange on the basis of the following terms: (1) They must be current products;

(2) Items returned for replacement or refund should be in original cartons and must be accompanied by a packing slip with the following information: Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number obtainable from Customer Service Department •

List of items returned • Reason(s) for return(s) • Copy of original invoice(s); (3) Freight charges must be assumed by sender; (4) Returning goods are subject to a 15% handling charge to cover our cost of repacking and restocking. All Prices are subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: Pearl Abrasive Co. reserves the right to make changes or improvements on its products without incurring an additional obligation including any obligation to make corresponding changes or improvements to products previously manufactured or sold. Pearl reserves the right to discontinue products at any time without notice.

All illustrations displayed in this manual are the property of Pearl Abrasive Co. and shall not be duplicated or reproduced without the express written consent of Pearl Abrasive Co.

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xvii. ELECTRICAL MOTOR SPECIFICATION

Horse Power

Volts

Amps

Motor RPM

Cycle

Phase

Class

Blade Shaft

VX7.2XL

3/4 hp

115 V/ 60 hz

10 amps

1

E

21,500 rpm

60

6000 rpm

VX10.2XLPRO

2 hp

115 V/ 60hz

15 amps

1

E

3420 rpm

60

3200 rpm

Recommendations:

• It is recommended that a 15 amp circuit be used while operating this saw. This will prevent possible power interruption or loss.

• Always plug saw as close as possible to the power source while operating. This will allow you to receive optimum electricity.

VX7.2XL

Power Outlet for Water Pump

Power Cable Green

White

Black

Green

Capacitor

Green

Black

White

Motor

White

Black

Switch

Wiring Box

White

Black

White

Overcurrent

Breaker

Green

VX10.2XLPRO

Motor

Wiring Box

Black

White

Power Outlet for Water Pump

Switch

Black

White

Overcurrent

Breaker

White

WARNING:

To avoid permanent motor damage you must use the correct extension cord. Never use more than one extension cord at a time. Follow the char below for proper size.

WIRE

GAUGE

No. 12

No. 10

No. 8

No. 6

LENGTH OF CORD

VX7.2XL

VX10.2XLPRO

3/4 hp

115V

2 hp

115V

25'

50'

25'

50v

75'

–

75'

–

– 21 –

xviii. TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!

For your safety and the safety of others, turn the power switch off and always remove the plug from power source before troubleshooting. Repairs performed by unauthorized personnel could cause serious hazard. We recommend that service to this tool be performed by a qualified service technician with original equipment replacement parts.

EXCESSIVE NOISE. Lack of lubrication to the gearbox and or possible bearing wear. Have tool serviced.

BLADE WILL NOT CUT. Check for worn out diamond edge.

Be sure that the arrow on the blade is rotating the same direction as the motor arbor and/or arrow on the blade guard. Make sure the blade is suitable for the material to be cut. If blade has been used to cut a material that is hard, it may have become dull, dress the blade by cutting a light weight abrasive building block to expose fresh diamonds.

Blade dressing stones are available from your local Pearl

Warehouse.

MOTOR WILL NOT START. Check power supply. If the water pump turns on when the power switch is in the “on” position, but the motor does not, have the motor serviced.

MOTOR WILL NOT STOP. The contacts in the switch may have become arched together in the on position, have it serviced.

MOTOR SHUTS OFF DURING OPERATION. Check to see that the circuit you are using is not overloaded with lights or other equipment. The fuse or circuit breaker may not have sufficient capacity, use 20-amp power. If you are using an extension cord check the extension cord table to be sure it is heavy enough to carry the current this product will draw. See Page 21 for electric cord reference.

EXCESSIVE VIBRATION Check to see that the blade is mounted properly according to safe operating practices section. Blade may be out of balance, try a different blade.

Arbor shaft bearings possibly worn, have tool serviced.

NOT CUTTING SQUARE. Check the main table and carriage adjustment as well as the blade alignment procedure located in the care and maintenance section.

MAIN TABLE DOES NOT MOVE FREELY. Inspect the guide rails and rollers for build up of tile chips or dry slurry deposits. Clean and check guide roll or adjustments, according to the procedure in the care and maintenance section.

NO WATER FLOW TO BLADE. Check the water feed tube for kinks or obstructions. Check the inlet screen to ensure it is not clogged. Remove the pump inlet and turn the impeller to ensure it is not damaged or jammed. Clean the impeller if necessary and apply a drop of light oil to the shaft - be sure the impeller spins freely.

POOR MACHINE PERFORMANCE WITH LITTLE POWER.

Check cord/extension cable for appropriate length and gage. Check power network for sufficient power and circuit breaker capacity.

CENTER HOLE IN BLADE OVERSIZE OR WORN. Saw blade has slipped on shaft while running. Check shaft for damage and replace blade.

– 22 –

– 23 –

ILLINOIS • USA

813 CENTRAL AVE.

WOOD DALE, IL 60191-1219

NEW JERSEY • USA

745 GOTHAM PARKWAY

CARLSTADT, NJ 07072-2413

PEARL ABRASIVE CO.

A C C E P T N O I M I T A T I O N S

CORPORATE OFFICE: SO. CALIFORNIA • USA

6210 S. GARFIELD AVENUE,COMMERCE, CA 90040-0031

562-927-5561 • FAX 562-928-3857

Toll Free: 800-969-5561 www.pearlabrasive.com

TEXAS • USA

805 AVE. H EAST #506

ARLINGTON, TX 76011-7727

NO. CALIFORNIA • USA

1777 ROGERS AVE.

SAN JOSE, CA 95112-1109

GEORGIA • USA

4761 HUGH HOWELL RD, STE. N

TUCKER, GA 30084-5042

ONTARIO • CANADA

375 PIDO ROAD

PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO K9J-6X7

Part No. VX710XLPROMAN • 03/06