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Evolution3 SmartFold User Guide

The world’s finest cutting machines

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6.2 Change the creasing wheels

Remove the lower clamping knob.

Remove the creasing wheel leaving the bearing and clear
plastic shim in place.

Remove the upper clamping knob.

Summary of Contents for Evolution3 SmartFold

Page 1: ...User Guide The world s finest cutting machines www keencut com 44 0 1536 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document...

Page 2: ...8 4 Using the Double Graphik tool head 19 4 1 Change the Graphik blades 19 4 2 Adjust the blade depth and direction 21 4 3 Advanced cutting techniques 23 5 Using the Fabric tool head 26 5 1 Change the...

Page 3: ...ment online Page 3 of 48 1 Introduction 1 1 The Evolution3 SmartFold user guide This User Guide for the Evolution3 SmartFold gives advice on cutting techniques using the different cutting heads and ca...

Page 4: ...online Page 4 of 48 2 Get to know your cutter 2 1 Material stop A material stop is mounted at both ends end of your SmartFold seen highlighted in this image When cutting tough or thick materials at pr...

Page 5: ...1536 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 5 of 48 The material stop can be rotated to move it out...

Page 6: ...ree features to give the ultimate in accuracy and productivity The BenchTop can hold the whole length of the cutter bar a very short distance above the object being trimmed and hold it there even if t...

Page 7: ...0 1536 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 7 of 48 Feature 3 Sightline strip These are easily r...

Page 8: ...document online Page 8 of 48 2 3 Fabric cutting strip The SmartFold includes an integral polymer cutting strip for use with the Evolution3 Fabric tool head to cut textiles and fragile materials A sim...

Page 9: ...t com 44 0 1536 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 9 of 48 2 4 Swapping tool heads Pull and rem...

Page 10: ...8 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 10 of 48 Insert the cutting head of your choice and slide it to t...

Page 11: ...he QR code or click here to view this document online Page 11 of 48 2 5 Foldaway action IMPORTANT It is essential to remove cutter head before folding Pull and remove end stop Slide the cutting head t...

Page 12: ...36 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 12 of 48 Grip the cutter bar firmly lift carefully and sw...

Page 13: ...raise the cutter bar place the material for cutting approximately in position under the cutter bar Push the lever to lower the cutter bar so it is only 1 2mm 1 16 above the surface of the material th...

Page 14: ...w this document online Page 14 of 48 When fully aligned use the lever to lower the cutter bar onto the material and clamp it in position ready for cutting Further cutting information is given in the s...

Page 15: ...ne Page 15 of 48 3 2 Introduction to the Double Graphik tool head QuikSwap Graphik tool head for Evolution3 cutters with two individual blade holders for two way cutting Graphik blades are stronger an...

Page 16: ...es keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 16 of 48 3 3 Insert Graphik blades into the Double Graphik tool head Undo the highlig...

Page 17: ...ment online Page 17 of 48 Insert a Graphik blade check it is facing the correct way for your desired direction of cutting Place the small pin in the hole at the top of the blade and align with the edg...

Page 18: ...d to cut the material Load and align the material to be cut as described in the clamping material section see how to align and clamp the material press down the chosen blade holder whilst pushing pull...

Page 19: ...g the Double Graphik tool head 4 1 Change the Graphik blades Undo the highlighted knob to remove the magnetic blade clamping plate Pull the magnetic blade clamping plate away from the cutting head Lif...

Page 20: ...1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 20 of 48 Replace the blade clamping plate onto the blade holder but...

Page 21: ...A by a half to one full turn Move knob B up or down until the blade is long enough to just cut through the material Place a piece of the material under the cutter bar so it does not protrude past the...

Page 22: ...cut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 22 of 48 The blades also have adjustable cutting depth so if a thick material is being cut on a long machine such that...

Page 23: ...use cut at the left hand end of the cutter and reverse the direction of cut and hand positions When cutting thick tough materials such as PVC foam board and fluted plastics such as Correx or Coroplast...

Page 24: ...our shoulders Tip If the material is too thick to reasonably cut in one stroke the blade can be lowered partially and the board cut in a number of strokes Cutting Aluminium Composite Panels is not rec...

Page 25: ...utting strip As a short term measure it is possible to use the Graphik blade on the plastic cutting strip but too much use will quickly wear out the strip Refer to the Fabric tool head for instruction...

Page 26: ...36 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 26 of 48 5 Using the Fabric tool head 5 1 Change the Fabr...

Page 27: ...e Page 27 of 48 Remove the blade and magnetic blade boss There may be a number of clear plastic shims on the threaded shaft ensure they are clean and in good condition Separate the boss from the blade...

Page 28: ...bar Press and hold down the highlighted button on the right side of the unit Push the end of the cutter bar away from you There are four cutting positions on the strip numbered 1 to 4 align the edge o...

Page 29: ...sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 29 of 48 5 3 Adjust the Fabric tool head blade pressure Turn the highlighted screw...

Page 30: ...sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 30 of 48 5 4 Use the Fabric tool head blade guard Rotate the red blade guard using tab B to reveal or hide the blade If it is di...

Page 31: ...view this document online Page 31 of 48 5 5 Fabric tool head cutting technique Take a small piece of the material to be cut clamp it under the cutter bar The Fabric tool head cuts in both directions a...

Page 32: ...click here to view this document online Page 32 of 48 Cut in one smooth continuous motion adjust to increase or decrease the cutting pressure if necessary When the small piece of material has been cu...

Page 33: ...les keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 33 of 48 6 Using the Creaser tool head 6 1 Different creasing wheels The three creasing wheels supplied with t...

Page 34: ...748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 34 of 48 6 2 Change the creasing wheels Remove the lower clamping knob Re...

Page 35: ...t com 44 0 1536 263158 1 716 748 6203 sales keencut co uk UK HQ sales keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 35 of 48 Choose the creasing wheel you would...

Page 36: ...keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 36 of 48 6 3 Creasing technique Align your material in the machine apply downward pressure to the wheel holder and...

Page 37: ...e Page 37 of 48 7 Using the Rocker tool head 7 1 The Rocker tool head The Rocker tool head has been especially designed to give perfect comfort for all day every day cutting The tool head fits the cur...

Page 38: ...nge the blade loosen the blade clamping knob Remove the magnetic cartridge from the Rocker head Place the blade between the two guides the magnet will hold it in place and slide it back to touch the b...

Page 39: ...e the blade depth is adjusted so only the tip of the blade is going through the material Place your hand on the Rocker tool head as shown and rock it forward to engage the blade With the blade engaged...

Page 40: ...here to view this document online Page 40 of 48 Push the Rocker tool head slowly through the material Extra effort can be applied by holding the grip area on the top of the cutter bar with your other...

Page 41: ...ional use for cutting on a regular basis the SteelTrak should be considered Use the Tech D012 blade and set the depth so the tip passes through the ACP by 1 2mm 1 16 Use the push technique to cut thou...

Page 42: ...n the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 42 of 48 8 Care and maintenance 8 1 Clean your machine Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust and smaller debris Frequency daily as requi...

Page 43: ...s keencut com US sales Scan the QR code or click here to view this document online Page 43 of 48 8 2 Maintain the bearing track Put a small amount of petroleum jelly Vaseline on the scouring surface o...

Page 44: ...fabric being cut will help to extend the life of the strip Check you have used all four cutting tracks on the strip before proceeding Carefully fold the cutter bar over to reveal the base plate This...

Page 45: ...an be used to help push the strip Turn over and re insert the cutting strip so that the smooth surface is now facing upwards and what was the left hand end goes in first Push it in nearly all the way...

Page 46: ...of 48 8 4 Change the sightline strip IMPORTANT Ensure that you have a replacement sightline strip before proceeding When using your SmartFold the sightline strip may become scored or damaged To chang...

Page 47: ...ged sightline strip Your new sightline strip will have a protective backing on the double sided tape found on the underside of the part Remove this backing Apply the sightline strip in stages from lef...

Page 48: ...ld over your SmartFold you will notice the sightline strip is larger than it needs to be Use the Double Graphik tool head to gently cut the sightline strip Tip it is recommended to do this in 3 passes...

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