sure the adjustable fence is set correctly
to support the workpiece and will not
interfere with the blade or the guarding
system. Without turning the tool “ON” and
with no workpiece on the table, move the
saw blade through a complete simulated
cut to assure there will be no interference or
danger of cutting the fence.
NOTE: The phrase “bevel or” does not apply
for saws without bevel adjustment.
l) Provide adequate support such as table
extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece
that is wider or longer than the table top.
Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw
table can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-
o piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower
guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
m) Do not use another person as a
substitute for a table extension or as
additional support. Unstable support for
the workpiece can cause the blade to bind
or the workpiece to shift during the cutting
operation pulling you and the helper into
the spinning blade.
n) The cut-o piece must not be jammed or
pressed by any means against the spinning
saw blade. If conned, i.e. using length stops,
the cut-o piece could get wedged against
the blade and thrown violently.
o) Always use a clamp or a xture
designed to properly support round
material such as rods or tubing. Rods have
a tendency to roll while being cut, causing
the blade to “bite” and pull the work with
your hand into the blade.
p) Let the blade reach full speed before
contacting the workpiece. This will reduce
the risk of the workpiece being thrown.
q) If the workpiece or blade becomes
jammed, turn the mitre saw o. Wait for all
moving parts to stop and disconnect the
plug from the power source and/or remove
the battery pack. Then work to free the
jammed material. Continued sawing with a
jammed workpiece could cause loss of control
or damage to the mitre saw.
r) After nishing the cut, release the
switch, hold the saw head down and wait
for the blade to stop before removing
the cut-o piece. Reaching with your hand
near the coasting blade is dangerous.
s) Hold the handle rmly when making
an incomplete cut or when releasing the
switch before the saw head is completely
in the down position. The braking action
of the saw may cause the saw head to be
suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk
of injury.
NOTE: The above warning applies only for
mitre saws with a brake system.
BLADE SAFETY
WARNING: Rotating saw blades are
extremely dangerous and can cause serious
injury and amputation. Always keep fingers
and hands at least 150mm (6”) away from
the blade at all times. Never attempt to
retrieve sawn material until the cutting
head is in the raised position, the guard is
fully closed and the saw blade has stopped
rotating. Only use saw blades that are
recommended by the manufacturer and
as detailed in this manual and that comply
with the requirements of EN 847-1.
• Only use genuine Evolution blades rated
for this machine.
• Do not use saw blades that are damaged
or deformed as they could shatter and
cause serious injury to the operator or
bystanders.
• If the table insert becomes damaged
or worn it must be replaced with
an identical one available from the
manufacturer.
3.6 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT PPE
Hearing protection should be worn in order
to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss.
Eye protection should be worn in order to
prevent the possibility of the loss of sight
from ejected chippings.
Respiratory protection is also advised as some
wood and wood type products especially MDF
(Medium Density Fibreboard) can produce
dust that can be hazardous to your health. We
recommend the use of an approved face mask
with replaceable filters when using this machine
in addition to using the dust extraction facility.
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