Fig. 25
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
(8.8)
CUTTING BOWED MATERIAL (Fig. 25)
Before cutting any workpiece, check to see if it is bowed. If it is
bowed the workpiece must be positioned and cut as shown.
Do not position the workpiece incorrectly or cut the workpiece
without the support of the fence.
(8.9)
CLEARING JAMMED MATERIAL
• Turn mitre saw "OFF" by releasing the trigger switch.
• Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
• Unplug the mitre saw from the mains supply.
• Carefully remove any jammed material from the machine.
• Check the condition and operation of the safety guard.
• Check for any other damage to any part of the machine
e.g. the blade.
• Have any damaged parts replaced by a competent
technician and a safety inspection carried out before using
the machine again.
(8.10)
SUPPORTING LONG WORKPIECES
The free end of a long workpiece should be supported at the
same height as the machine table. The operator should consider
using a remote workpiece support if thought necessary.
(8.11)
INSTALLING OR REMOVING A BLADE
Warning: Only carry out this operation with the machine
disconnected from the mains supply.
Note: It is recommended that the operator wears protective
gloves when handling the blade during installation or when
changing the machines blade.
Warning: Only use genuine Evolution blades or those blades
specifically recommended by Evolution Power Tools and which
are designed for this machine. Ensure that the maximum speed
of the blade is higher than the speed of the machine's motor.
Note: Blade bore reducing inserts should only be used
in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Warning: The arbor screw has a LH (Left Hand) thread.
Turn clockwise to loosen. Turn counterclockwise to tighten.
Press & keep pressing the arbor lock button on the motor
housing while turning the arbor screw using the supplied hex
key until the button locates fully into the shaft and locks the
shaft (Fig. 26). Continue to remove the arbor screw, and outer
blade flange (Fig. 27). Release the arbor lock button.
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