For Portable Use; The Hold Down Clamp; Operation Instructions; Body & Hand Positioning - Evolution R255 SMS Notice Originale

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saw so that other people or bystanders cannot
stand too close (or behind) it.
• Locate the saw on a firm, level surface where
there is plenty of room for handling and
properly supporting the work-piece.
• Support the saw so the machine table is level
and the saw does not rock.
• Bolt or clamp the saw securely to its support
stand or workbench.
Note: This machine can be attached to the
Evolution Miter Saw Stand. (Fig. 43).
This will provide a safe secure, and extremely
portable workshop stand which is capable
of handling long pieces of material. Operator
efficiency and safety may thus be enhanced, as
well as operator fatigue reduced.

FOR PORTABLE USE:

• Mount the saw on a thick piece of plywood or
MDF (31-1/2" x 19-1/2" min size recommended)
using appropriate fastenings (not supplied).
Note: It may be necessary to countersink the
washers, nuts, etc. to the underside of the
plywood or MDF mounting board. The underside
needs to be smooth and flush with no protruding
fixings etc.
• Use 'G' clamps to attach the mounting board to
the work surface. (Fig. 44)

THE HOLD DOWN CLAMP

Note: One (1) Hold Down Clamp is provided
with the machine.
Two sockets (one either side) are incorporated into
the rear of the machines Fence. These sockets are
for positioning the 3 Piece Hold Down Clamp.
To use the 3 Piece Hold Down Clamp during
operations:
• Fit the clamp to the retaining socket that best
suits the cutting application, ensuring that it is
fully pushed down.
• Tighten the fence thumbscrew to lock the pillar
of the clamp into the fence socket.
• Place the work-piece to be cut onto the saw table,
against the Fence and in the desired position.
• Adjust the clamp using the thumbscrews and
the quick release button so you can raise and
lower the clamp to match the thickness of the
workpiece. Adjust until it securely holds the
work-piece to the saw table.
Conduct a 'dry run' with the power disconnected.
Ensure that the Hold Down Clamp does not
interfere with the path of the blade, or with the
path of any other part of the cutting head as it is
lowered to make the cut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: All miter saws should be inspected
(particularly for the correct functioning of the
safety guards) before each use. Do not connect
the saw to the power supply until a safety
inspection has been carried out.
WARNING: Ensure that the operator is
adequately trained in the use, adjustment
and maintenance of this machine, before
connecting it to the power supply and
commencing operations. To reduce the risk
of injury, always unplug the saw before
changing or adjusting any of the machines
parts. Compare the direction of the rotation
arrow on the guard to the direction arrow
on the blade. The blade teeth should always
point downward at the front of the saw.
Check the tightness of the arbor screw.
BODY & HAND POSITIONING
(8.3)
(Fig. 46)
• Never place your hands within the 'no hands
(Fig. 45)
zone' (at least 6 inches away from the blade).
• Keep hands away from the path of the blade.
• Secure the work-piece firmly to the table and
against the fence to prevent any movement.
• Use a Hold Down Clamp at all times but check
that it is so positioned that it does not interfere
with the path of the blade or other moving
machine parts.
• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause your fingers or
a hand to move into the blade.
• Before attempting a cut, make a 'dry run' with
the power off so that you can see the path of
the blade.
• Keep your hands in position until the ON/
OFF trigger switch has been released and the
blade has completely stopped.
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