Page 1: ...www evolutionsteel com 180mm 7 TCT Steel Circular Saw Instruction Manual Read instructions before operating this tool EVO180 STEEL SAW 1 This Instruction Manual was originally written in UK English ...
Page 2: ...Tool 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrical Safety 6 Outdoor Use 6 General Power Tool Safety Instructions 6 Additional Safety Instructions 8 GETTING STARTED Unpacking 10 Machine Overview 11 Assembly and Preparation 12 Operating Instructions 14 MAINTENANCE Environmental Protection 17 Service Parts Diagram 19 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY 18 Original Instructions Read instructions before operating this tool ...
Page 3: ... guarantee period and from the original date of purchase repair or replace any goods found to be defective in materials or workmanship This guarantee is void if the tool being returned has been used beyond the recommendations in the Instruction Manual or if the machine has been damaged by accident neglect or improper service This guarantee does not apply to machines and or components which have be...
Page 4: ...cle Minutes 30 Blade Dimensions Diameter inches mm 7 1 4 185 Bore Diameter mm 20 Number of Teeth 40 Kerf inches mm 079 2 Machine Weight lb kg 13 5 9 Noise and Vibration Data Sound Pressure LPA Under Load 98 5dB A K 3dB A Vibration Level Under Load 2 3 m s2 K 1 5m s2 Note The vibration measurement was made under standard conditions in accordance with BS EN 61029 1 2009 The declared vibration total ...
Page 5: ...and stability and the orientation of the machine during use Work Surface Consider the work surface material its condition density strength rigidity and orientation WARNING The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared total value depending on the ways in which the tool is used The need to identify safety measures and to protect the operator are based on an...
Page 6: ... manufacturers instructions should be followed when using an extension cable POWER TOOL GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These General Power Tool Safety Instructions are as specified in BS EN 60745 1 2009 EN 61029 1 2009 WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instruct...
Page 7: ...nnection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are connected and properly used Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards 4 General Power Tool Safety Warnings Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at a rate for which it was designed b Do not u...
Page 8: ...nnot be cut by the blade b Do not reach underneath the workpiece The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece c Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece d Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg Secure the workpiece to a stable platform It is important to support...
Page 9: ...uding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback Further Safety Instructions a Check lower guard for proper closing before each use Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position If saw is accidentally dropped lower guard may be bent Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle and make sure it moves f...
Page 10: ...it safe throughout the guarantee period Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally responsible manner Recycle if possible Do not let children play with empty plastic bags due to the risk of suffocation ITEMS SUPPLIED DESCRIPTION QUANTITY Instruction Manual Operations 1 Parallel Edge Guide 1 Side Handle 1 Hex Key 5mm Blade Change 1 Steel Cutting Blade 1 Carbon Brush Set 1 Carry Case 1 Safety Go...
Page 11: ...VO180 STEEL SAW 1 11 www evolutionsteel com 1 ON OFF TRIGGER SWITCH 2 AUXILIARY FRONT HANDLE 3 DISCHARGE EXHAUST PORT 4 LOWER BLADE GUARD 5 FITTED BLADE IN SITU GETTING STARTED MACHINE OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 5 ...
Page 12: ...operator considers wearing protective gloves when handling the blade during installation or when changing the machines blade Place saw on a level secure surface Remove the chip collector from the machine by undoing the 2 large thumb screws Fig 1 Note The chip collector thumb screws are captive and cannot be removed from the machine Lock the machine arbor by engaging the arbor lock Fig 2 Using the ...
Page 13: ...ides arms should be inserted into the rectangular slots in the turned up edges of the sole plate and slid under the locking thumb screws Fig 5 Note The parallel edge guide can be fitted to either side of the sole plate and should only be fitted and adjusted with the machine disconnected from the power supply Adjust the parallel edge guide so that it is at the required distance from the blade and t...
Page 14: ...te An angle scale 00 450 is incorporated into the Bevel Locking quadrant to aid setting OPERATING ADVICE Carry out routine safety checks each time you use the machine Check that all safety guards are operating correctly and that all adjustment handles screws are tightened securely Check that the blade is secure and installed correctly Also check that it is the correct blade for the material being ...
Page 15: ...wing the contents to fall out Note To maintain operational efficiency we recommend that the collector is emptied when approximately 60 full Dispose of the contents of the chip collector in an environmentally responsible manner Replace the Chip Collector and securely tighten the two 2 thumb screws Discharge Port When cutting lumber the Discharge Port Exhaust should be fitted to the Discharge Port o...
Page 16: ...rting the 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 forwards through the workpiece Apply smooth constant pressure to move the saw forwards through the workpiece When a cut has been completed release the ON OFF trigger switch and allow the blade to...
Page 17: ...dirt in the motor or worn out carbon brushes BRUSH CHECKING AND OR REPLACEMENT Disconnect the machine from the power supply Place the machine on a level secure surface Unscrew and remove the two 2 brush retaining cap screws from the motor housing Withdraw the brushes Note If the Carbon brush is less than long or if there are signs of burning or damage to the carbon or the spring replace the brushe...
Page 18: ... Directive 2002 96 EC as amended by 2003 108 EC The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive And is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents EN55014 1 2006 EN55014 2 1997 A1 EN61000 3 2 2006 EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 A2 EN60745 1 2003 A1 EN60745 2 5 2003 EN60825 1 1994 A1 A2 Product Details Description Steel Cutting Circular Saw Evolution Model No EVO1801...
Page 19: ...EVO180 STEEL SAW 1 19 www evolutionsteel com E V O 1 8 0 F11100 SERVICED PARTS LIST ...
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