
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
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 R255SMS includes the 2 piece clamp.
The includes a 3 piece clamp with
quick release button.
Front Clamp (Included with )
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.
(8.3)
BODY & HAND POSITIONING (Fig. 47)
• 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
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 (Fig. 48)
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.
• Secure the work-piece with a hold down clamp.
• Recheck the alignment.
• When satisfied that alignment is accurate
proceed to make the cut.
The laser lens cap (if fitted)
If fitted the laser lens cap is a simple push fit onto
the front of the laser unit.
If it becomes damaged or opaque for any reason
it can be replaced.
Carefully pull the lens from the laser unit and
replace with a new lens.
LASER ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: At no time during this procedure
should the motor be started.
To check laser alignment:
• Place a piece of cardboard, or similar, onto the
rotary table of the machine.
• With the carriage slide in the rearmost position,
lower the cutting head so that a blade tooth
makes a mark in the cardboard.
• Allow the cutting head to rise, and then
repeat the above with the carriage slide in an
approximate mid- way position.
• Again repeat, but with the carriage slide moved
to its most forward position.
• With the cutting head raised, turn on the laser
and slide the cutting head backwards and
forwards to observe if the projected laser beam
is in line with the marks previously made:
• Beam is aligned with the marks = No further
action required.
• Beam is not parallel with the
marks = Follow section A.
• Beam is parallel but not aligned with the marks
= Proceed to section
B.
A.
If the laser beam is not parallel to
the marks proceed as follows:
• Loosen the clamping screw.
(Fig.41a)
• Carefully rotate the laser module, until the line
is parallel with the marks in the cardboard.
• Re-tighten the clamping screw.
• Recheck the alignment.
B.
If the laser beam is parallel with the marks, but
not going through them:
• Slacken the two screws.
(Fig. 41b)
• The laser mounting block can now be moved
sideways to align the laser beam with the
marks made in the cardboard.
• When the laser beam is in the correct place,
re-tighten the two screws.
• Repeat procedure ‘
A
’ to check alignment.
Note:
The above adjustments & alignments
should be checked on a regular basis to ensure
laser accuracy.
Note:
The following WARNING labels can be
found on this machine:
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE CONTACT
PERMANENTLY MOUNTING
THE MITRE SAW
To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected saw
movement, place the saw in the desired location
either on a workbench or other suitable machine
stand. The base of the saw has four mounting
holes through which suitable bolts (not supplied)
can be placed to 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.
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