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Contact Evolution sliding mitre saw and has been designed Power Tools for replacement labels. to be used with genuine Evolution blades rated for this machine. Only use blades Note: All or some of the following symbols designed for use in this machine and/ or those recommended specifically by may appear in the manual or on the product.
www.evolutionpowertools.com SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. General Power Tool Safety Warnings (2.2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY [Work area safety] (1.14) a) Keep work area clean and well lit. This machine is fitted with the correct moulded Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. plug and mains lead for the designated market. b) Do not operate power tools in explosive If the supply cord is damaged, it must be atmospheres, such as in the presence of...
www.evolutionpowertools.com power tool. Do not use a power tool while c) Disconnect the power tool from the you are tired or under the influence of power source and/or battery pack from the drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
www.evolutionpowertools.com To make a cut, raise the saw head and pull Once the dust has been deposited on it out over the workpiece without cutting, surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result start the motor, press the saw head down in the ingestion of lead.
EN 847-1. the spinning blade. • Only use genuine Evolution blades rated n) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or for this machine. pressed by any means against the spinning •...
www.evolutionpowertools.com Gloves should be worn when handling blades fails to operate it shall be repaired or replaced or rough material. Heat resistant gloves should by the manufacturer or authorised agent. be worn when handling metallic materials The saw blade shall only be replaced as which may be hot.
For instructions on how to identify the batch code, please contact the Evolution Power Place the saw on a secure stationary work Tools helpline or go to: surface and check the saw over carefully.
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES (4.3) In addition to the standard items supplied with this machine the following accessories are also available from the Evolution online shop at www.evolutionpowertools.com or from your local retailer. (4.4) Description Part No Multipurpose Blade RAGEBLADE255MULTI Dust Bag...
www.evolutionpowertools.com ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION WARNING: Do not under any circumstances (7.1) plug the cutting head into the power supply WARNING: Always disconnect the saw and try to use it as a hand held circular saw. from the power source before making any adjustments.
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The carriage slide should be inserted from the help make identification and confirmation of back ensuring that the ‘Evolution’ logo is the correct deployment straightforward. correct way up. (Fig. 9) THE MACHINE TABLE EXTENSIONS (Fig. 15) •...
www.evolutionpowertools.com hand side) using the self tapping cap screw Place the set square on the table with one (included). (Fig. 19) edge against the table and the other edge Note: The cable should not be tight anywhere against the blade (avoiding the TCT tips). along its length.
www.evolutionpowertools.com • Tilt the cutting head to the 45˚ setting and approximately 160mm. recheck for alignment with the set square. Note: To prevent the Sliding Upper section • Repeat the above steps until the correct angular alignment is achieved. from being removed completely (and thus •...
(Fig. 34). accommodate Evolution blades which have a 25.4mm diametre central arbor bore. INSTALLING OR REMOVING A BLADE If the blade flange is reversed, blades with a...
• Repairs to the laser module must only be • Switch on the laser beam. conducted by Evolution Power Tools or their • Position the work-piece on the rotary table authorized agent. and against the fence.
www.evolutionpowertools.com To use the laser guide for an • Beam is aligned with the marks = No further unknown angle: action required. • Mark the position of the cut to be made on • Beam is not parallel with the the work-piece using a pencil etc.
Note: This machine can be attached to the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Evolution mitre saw Stand. (Fig. 42). This will Caution: All mitre saws should be inspected provide a safe secure, and extremely portable (particularly for the correct functioning of the workshop stand which is capable of handling safety guards) before each use.
www.evolutionpowertools.com THE ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH (Fig. 46) • Operate the lower guard locking lever to release the Cutting Head. (Fig. 49) The ON/OFF motor trigger switch is a non-latching type. It is ergonomically • Lower the Cutting Handle downwards and positioned inside the Cutting HANDLE.
www.evolutionpowertools.com position, with the lower blade guard The cutting head can be tilted from the normal 0˚ completely covering the blade teeth, and the (perpendicular position) to a maximum angle of cutting head locked in the upper position, 45˚ from the perpendicular to the left hand side before releasing the Cutting Handle.
On a regular basis check that all safety features adjustable workmate or saw horse etc. and guards are operating correctly and efficiently. Only use this machine if all guards/ OPTIONAL EVOLUTION ACCESSORIES safety features are fully operational. All motor bearings in this machine are DUST BAG lubricated for life.
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www.evolutionpowertools.com Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to clean the plastic parts of the machine. Do not use solvents or similar products which could damage the plastic parts. WARNING: Do not attempt to clean by inserting pointed objects through openings in the machines casings etc.
www.evolutionpowertools.com ASSEMBLY SAFETY CHECKS PART CONDITION Slides Inserted through the bevel neck and connected to the cutting head. Locating lugs successfully deployed. Mitre Handle Locking Knob Installed into mitre handle / rotary table Slide Carriage Inserted into the threaded hole in the bevel neck. Anti-vibration locking screw spring fitted beneath the locking screw hand knob.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The manufacturer of the product covered by this Declaration is: Evolution Power Tools, Venture One, Longacre Close, Holbrook Industrial Estate, Sheffield, S20 3FR. The manufacturer hereby declares that the machine as detailed in this declaration fulfils all the relevant provisions of the Machinery Directive and other appropriate directives as detailed below.
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