Full Product Manual

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Before the first use of the Evolution Cutting
Track the cut line sealing strip
(Fig. 21) needs
to match the saw and blade.
To match saw to track:
• Fully assemble the Cutting Track.
• Refer to the section entitled ‘Track
Positioning and Clamping’. Clamp the track
to an appropriate piece of spare or scrap
material.
• Set the saw blade to a depth suitable for the
scrap workpiece selected.
• Ensure that no obstructions are present
beneath the path of the blade.
• Refer to the section ‘Track Positioning and
Clamping’. Place the circular saw correctly
on the track.
• Start the motor and allow it to reach full
speed.
• Smoothly and slowly push the circular saw
along the full length of the track until the
blade has cut through the entire length of
the sealing strip.
Note: This process will match a specific saw to
a specific track.
If a different saw is used on such a prepared
track, the cut line seal may not provide the
same level of protection as the dedicated saw
to track configuration.
Note: The linear seal should be regarded as a
consumable item. Over time it will wear and abrade
and will therefore need replacement. It may also
need replacement if a different circular saw or saw
blade (one with a different kerf width) from the
original dedicated configuration is to be used.
THE LINEAR SEAL
As a consumable item the Linear Seal should
be checked at regular intervals for damage or
abrasion caused by ‘wear and tear’. Replace the
seal if any damage or significant wear is apparent.
Replacement seals are available. Consult
your supplier or contact Evolution using the
appropriate helpline.
The replacement self adhesive Linear Seal
supplied is a direct substitution to the fitted
original. Simply pull the old seal gently from
the track and replace with the new seal.
Note: If a new seal is fitted, the Saw to Track
matching process must be repeated.
EVOLUTION TRACK CLAMPS
The Evolution Speed Clamp (Fig. 22) is
purpose designed to work with the Evolution
Cutting Track.
Note: Extra clamps can be purchased from
Evolution Power Tools or your local supplier.
Evolution clamps fit into and can slide along
the ‘T’ slots found on the under surface of the
alloy extrusions.
(Fig. 23)
This enables the operator to locate the clamps
(one is required at each end of the track) in
positions which afford the maximum security,
and rigidity of the Cutting Track to the
workpiece.
TRACK POSITIONING & CLAMPING
Note: The following guidelines are given as
advice. Evolution has no influence over the
working environments or conditions in which
this equipment is used.
WARNING: If this equipment is to be used on a
construction site, the operator should consult
the relevant person who has responsibility for
Health and Safety for further ‘on site’ specific
safety requirements or instructions.
• Mark out clearly the workpiece and
particularly the ‘line of cut’ along which the
saw blade is required to travel.
• Assemble the Cutting Track with as many
sections as required to span the workpiece
including an allowance for the overhang
needed.
• Using Evolution Speed Clamps (the
preferred option) or suitable ‘G’ clamps