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Operating Advice
Always clamp the work piece on a rigid support such as a
bench or saw horses where possible. This tool is equipped
with a safety start feature – to start the tool, you must
first push in the switch on the side of the handle with your
thumb – you can then depress the main trigger switch to
power the motor. Do not force the tool – let the speed of
the saw blade do the work. Cutting performance will not
improve by applying more pressure on the tool and blade
life will be reduced. When using the parallel guide, ensure
that it is parallel with the blade and not the base of the tool,
as otherwise the blade and motor could become damaged.
To set the guide, loosen the two retaining screws, and slide
it up snugly against the side of the work piece. Retighten
the screws to secure it in the desired position. Place front
edge of saw squarely on work before starting motor. When
starting a cut, sight the cutting line with the line of cut guide
taking care to introduce the blade to the material slowly, so
as not to damage its teeth. Use both hands to move the saw
forward through the work piece.
Laser Sight Guide System
An additional feature of this machine is the laser sight system,
which is intended as a guide only and should not be relied upon
for the accuracy of a cut. Remove the battery compartment
cover and fit the supplied batteries, taking care to observe the
correct polarity, then replace the cover. Press the switch to
the on position to activate, and remember to turn off the laser
when you have finished a cut. Before use the sight must be
aligned by means of the adjustment screw. Important Notice:
Do not point the laser at anyone and NEVER look into the laser
light, as serious eye damage may occur.
Chip Collection
This tool is provided with a chip collector compartment.
When the chips accumulate up to the see-through window,
remove the cover, clean out the cover, then replace it, and
tighten the knobs. Notice: The metal chips inside the cover
may be very hot and sharp - do not touch with bare hands.
Ear and eye protection MUST be worn while operating this
equipment. Do NOT touch the blade while it is in motion.
Always follow the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
recommendations while operating this tool. This machine is
designed for cutting steel using the appropriate TCT (Tungsten
Carbide Tipped) blades and accessories. It should NOT be
modified and / or used for any application other than for which
it was intended, including powering other equipment.
Ensure that the total work area can be viewed from the
operating position. Use barriers to keep people away. Do
not operate the tool in explosive environments – power tools
create sparks that may ignite flammable materials or gases.
Do not operate the tool in damp or wet conditions, as electric
shocks may result. Always use both hands to operate the
tool. Always ensure that the material you are working on is
securely clamped.
• This tool is equipped with an approved cord and plug for its
intended Country of use.
• Remove plug from power supply before replacement of
the blade, making adjustments or other maintenance work.
• Use only genuine EVOLUTION brand saw blades.
• Inspect the machine and blade before each use and do not
use deformed, cracked, worn or otherwise damaged blades.
• Ensure the blade is correctly mounted and is appropriate
for the material to be cut.
• Do not use blades made of high-speed steel.
• Do not use blades that do not comply with the characteristics
specified in these instructions.
• Do not stop the blade by lateral pressure on the disc.
• Ensure that moveable guards operate freely without jamming.
• Never use the tool without the original protection guard system.
Do not lock the moving guard in the open position.
• Always keep the power cord away from moving parts of the tool.
• When you put the tool away, switch off the motor and ensure
that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill.
• In case of jamming, immediately switch off the tool and
disconnect the plug.
• Before using accessories, always compare the maximum
allowed RPM of the accessory with the RPM of the tool.
• Ensure that the cutting depth adjustment handle, angle
adjustment handle, and side handle are firmly fixed whilst
using the tool (fig. 1).
• Only use the flanges and washers that are supplied with the
tool, and replace them if they become damaged or scored.
Adjustment Of The Cutting Depth
Release the handle to adjust to the required cutting depth.
Ensure that the blade protrudes a maximum of 3/16” (4mm)
through the material being cut. Tighten the handle to lock in
position. Note: The safety guard (fig. 1) is marked in increments
from 0 – 84mm to assist in setting the depth of cut.
Adjustment Of The Cutting Angle
Release both locking handles (fig. 2) and adjust to the required
cutting angle by lining up the mark with the printed scale. Tighten
both handles to lock in position. Note: There are certain compound
cuts on which it may be necessary to manually retract the guard
to allow the blade to enter into and / or through the cut.
Line Of Cut Guide Slots
Guide slots are provided at the front of the saw base. The left slot
is used to follow a line when making a 90-degree cut. The right
slot is used to follow a line when making a 45-degree cut.
