Operation Instructions; Body & Hand Positioning; On/Off Trigger Switch; Preparing To Make A Cut - Evolution R255 SMS-DB Notice Originale

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on the finger pad indicated. (Fig. 52) The
clamping screw is now 'free' to slide.
• Slide the clamping screw to the required
position.
• Allow the sleeve nut to return to its normal
service position.
WARNING: The threads machined inside the
'sleeve nut' must be fully engaged with the
threads machined on the clamping screw.
Note: Pulling back slightly on the clamping
screw just before the clamping foot contacts
the workpiece will help facilitate and confirm
the correct seating of the 'sleeve nut' .
WARNING: Using this machine without the
'sleeve nut' fully engaged with the clamping
screw threads is dangerous and must not be
attempted.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: All mitre 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. 53)
• Never place your hands within the 'no hands
zone' (at least 150mm (6in) 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.
THE ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH
The ON/OFF motor trigger switch is a
non-latching type. It is ergonomically
positioned inside the Cutting HANDLE.
To start the motor:
• Press the switch to start the motor.
• Release the switch to turn off the motor.

PREPARING TO MAKE A CUT

DO NOT OVER-REACH
Keep good footing and balance. Stand to one
side so that your face and body are out of line
of a possible kickback.
WARNING: Freehand cutting is a major
cause of accidents and should not be
attempted.
• Ensure that the work-piece is always firmly
resting against the fence, and where practical
is clamped with the Hold Down Clamp to
the table.
• The saw table should be clean and free from
any sawdust etc. before the work-piece is
clamped into position.
• Ensure that the 'cut-off' material is free to
move sideways away from the blade when
the cut is completed. Ensure that the 'cut-off'
piece cannot become 'jammed' in any other
part of the machine.
• Do not use this saw to cut small pieces. If the
work-piece being cut would cause your hand
or fingers to be within 150mm (6in) of the
saw blade, the work-piece is too small.

Chop cutting

This type of cut is used mainly for cutting small
or narrow section material. The cutting head is
gently pushed down to cut through the work-
piece. The sliding carriage should be locked in
its rearmost position. (Fig. 55)
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(Fig. 54)
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