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secure the mitre saw. If the saw is to be used
in one location, permanently fasten it to the
workbench using appropriate fastenings (not
supplied). Use locking washers and nuts on the
underside of the workbench. (Fig. 42 )
• To avoid injury from flying debris, position
the 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 Mitre Saw Stand. (Fig. 44). 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 18mm thick piece of
plywood or MDF (800mm x 500mm 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 (Fig. 45)
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 Hold
Down Clamp.
To use the 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
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desired position.
• Adjust the clamp using the thumbscrews
and hand-wheel so that 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.
Note: The F255SMS includes the 2 piece clamp.
The R255SMS+ includes a 3 piece clamp with
quick release button.
Front Clamp (Included with R255SMS+)
To fit the front clamp, place the rear of the
clamp into the holes at the front of the saw's
base. There are holes for the clamp located on
both left and right of the base. (Fig. 46)
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 (Fig. 47)
(8.3)
• Never place your hands within the 'no hands
zone' (at least 150mm 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
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