R255 SMS R255 Original Instructions GB2438285 Original written in UK English Date Published: 14/05/2018
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www.evolutionpowertools.com (1.3) IMPORTANT Please read these operating and safety instructions carefully and completely. For your own safety, if you are uncertain about any aspect of using this equipment please access the relevant technical helpline, the number of which can be found on the Evolution Power Tools website. We operate several helplines throughout our worldwide organization, but technical help is also available from your supplier. WEB: www.evolutionpowertools.com EMAIL: customer.
www.evolutionpowertools.com MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE IMPERIAL METRIC Motor (220-240V ~ 50 Hz) 2000W 9A Motor (110V ~ 50 Hz) 1600W 14.5A 2500 min-1 2500 rpm Speed No Load Weight (Net) 15.3kg 33.7lb Dust Port Diameter 35mm 1 -3/8 In. 360 x 705 x 730mm 14- 3/16 x 27-3/4 x 28-47/64 In. 2m 6ft 6 In. Tool Dimensions (H x W x L) (0° / 0°) (Note: Dimensions taken with saw head down.
www.evolutionpowertools.com (1.8) SAFETY LABELS & SYMBOLS WARNING: Do not operate this machine if warning and/or instruction labels are missing or damaged. Contact Evolution Power Tools for replacement labels. Note: All or some of the following symbols may appear in the manual or on the product.
www.evolutionpowertools.com (1.14) ELECTRICAL SAFETY SAVE ALL WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This machine is fitted with the correct moulded plug and mains lead for the designated market. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturers or its service agent. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
www.evolutionpowertools.com (2.4) 3) General Power Tool Safety Warnings [Personal Safety]. a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury. b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection to prevent injury from sparks and chippings.
www.evolutionpowertools.com a) Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts. b) Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible.
www.evolutionpowertools.com cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently. o) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with your hand into the blade. p) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being thrown.
www.evolutionpowertools.com (3.7) SAFE (3.8) PERFORM OPERATION Always ensure that you have selected the correct saw blade for the material being cut. Do not use this mitre saw to cut materials other than those specified in this Instruction Manual. When transporting a mitre saw ensure that the cutting head is locked in the 90° down position (if a sliding mitre saw ensure that the slide bars are locked).
www.evolutionpowertools.com • Never carry the mitre saw by the power cord. Carrying the mitre saw by the power cord could cause damage to the insulation or the wire connections resulting in electric shock or fire. • Before moving the mitre saw tighten the mitre and bevel locking screws and the sliding carriage locking screw to guard against sudden unexpected movement. • Lock the cutting head in its lowest position. Ensure that the cutting head locking pin is completely engaged in its socket.
www.evolutionpowertools.com (4.3) ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES In addition to the standard items supplied with this machine the following accessories are also available from the Evolution online shop at www.evolutionpowertools.com or from your local retailer. (4.
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www.evolutionpowertools.com MACHINE OVERVIEW Pictured: R255SMS (See * for R255SMS+ Parts) 1 11 2 12 3 13 4 14 5 15 16 6 17 7 18 19 8 20 9 22 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 10 21 23 24 CUTTING HANDLE BLADE GUARD LOCKING TRIGGER DUST BAG* SLIDE LOCKING SCREW DEPTH GAUGE 2 PC HOLD DOWN CLAMP SLIDING FENCE MACHINE TABLE EXTENSIONS MOUNTING HOLE (X4) FRONT CLAMP HOLES BLADE ROTATION INDICATION ARROW UPPER BLADE GUARD CUTTING HEAD 25 14. BLADE 15. LOWER BLADE GUARD 16.
www.evolutionpowertools.com Pictured: R255SMS 27 26 28 29 30 31 32 32 34 33 35 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 36 ON / OFF TRIGGER SWITCH LASER GUIDE ON / OFF SWITCH DUST EXTRACTION PORT CABLE CUTTING HEAD LOCKING PIN REAR SLIDING CARRIAGE CABLE GUIDE CLAMP BEVEL LOCK HANDLE 33.9˚ BEVEL PIN M4 SELF TAPPING CAP SCREW x1 M4 SOCKET HEAD SCREW x4 37 38 37. CABLE GRIP COMPONENT (FITTED TO THE CABLE GUIDE CLAMP) 38.
www.evolutionpowertools.com R255SMS Handle R255SMS+ Handle Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 12 Fig.
www.evolutionpowertools.com CLICK Fig. 13a Fig. 13b Fig. 14a Fig. 14b Fig. 14c Fig. 15 Fig. 17 Fig. 16 Fig. 18 Fig. 19 Fig.
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www.evolutionpowertools.com FIT LONG CLAMP (R255SMS+) FIT LONG CLAMP (R255SMS+) Fig. 31 Fig. 32 Fig. 33 2. 1. 1. 2. Fig. 34 Fig. 35 Fig. 36 Fig. 37 Fig. 38 Fig. 39 Fig. 40 Fig. 41a Fig.
www.evolutionpowertools.com 1) Hex headed bolt 2) Spring washer 3) Flat washer 4) Mitre saw base 5) Workbench 6) Flat washer 7) Spring washer 8) Hex nut 9) Lock nut 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fig. 43 Fig. 42 R255SMS 2pc Clamp R255SMS+ 3pc Clamp Fig. 45 Fig. 46 Fig.47 Fig. 48 Fig. 49 Fig. 50 Fig. 51 Fig. 52 Fig.
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www.evolutionpowertools.com (7.1) ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION WARNING: Always disconnect the saw from the power source before making any adjustments. Some minor assembly is required to commission this machine. By assembling this machine the owner/ operator will gain valuable insight into its many advanced features. This should enable the operator to exploit the machines full potential once it is commissioned.
www.evolutionpowertools.com INSERTING THE CARRIAGE SLIDE IMPORTANT: If for any reason (transit damage, unpacking error, operator mistake, etc.) the locating lugs at the tip of the carriage slide arms have been ‘tripped’, the sliding carriage cannot be fitted into the bevel neck or onto the cutting head. The locating lugs (Fig.11) must be reset, if either or both have been ‘tripped’ prematurely. RESETTING THE LOCATING LUGS • Gently push the protruding lug into the Carriage arm.
www.evolutionpowertools.com This guide/clamp should then be fastened to the rear sliding carriage cross piece (right hand side) using the self tapping cap screw (included). (Fig. 20) Note: The cable should not be tight anywhere along its length. (Fig. 21) Raise and lower the cutting head several times and also operate the sliding carriage. Check that the cable does not become entangled with any other parts of the machine. Check also that the cable is not stretched during any of the operating procedures.
www.evolutionpowertools.com Install the new blade. Make sure the rotation arrow on the blade matches the clockwise rotation arrow on the upper guard. Note: The blade teeth should always point downward at the front of the saw. • Install the outer blade flange and flange bolt. (Fig. 39) • Lock the arbor and tighten the arbor screw using moderate force, but do not overtighten. • Ensure the Hex Key is removed and the arbor lock has released before proceeding.
www.evolutionpowertools.com MACHINE FENCE ALIGNMENT The Fence must be aligned at 90˚ (square) to a correctly installed blade. The Rotary table must be set at ‘0˚’ mitre angle. The Fence is fastened to the table with four (4) socket head Hex screws (Fig. 31), two (2) to the left hand side and two (2) to the right hand side. All four (4) are located through elongated slots machined into the fence casting.
www.evolutionpowertools.com THE LASER This machine is equipped with a laser cutting guide. This allows the operator to preview the path of the blade through the work-piece. The ON/OFF switch for the laser Guide is positioned on the top of the cutting head near the mains cable entry point. (Fig. 40) Avoid direct eye contact with the laser beam, and do not use on material that could reflect the laser beam. WARNING: Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
www.evolutionpowertools.com • 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.
www.evolutionpowertools.com 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.
www.evolutionpowertools.com Place the saw on a secure stationary work surface and check the saw over carefully. Check particularly the operation of all the machines safety features before attempting to operate the machine. PREPARING TO MAKE A CUT DO NOT OVER-REACH Keep good footing and balance. Stand to one side so that your face and body are out of line of a possible kickback. WARNING: Freehand cutting is a major cause of accidents and should not be attempted.
www.evolutionpowertools.com completely covering the blade teeth, and the cutting head locked in the upper position, before releasing the Cutting Handle. WARNING: Never pull the cutting head and spinning blade towards you when making a sliding cut. The blade may try to climb up on top of the work-piece, causing the cutting head to ‘kickback’ forcefully. The cutting head should always be positioned as outlined above before attempting to make a sliding cut.
www.evolutionpowertools.com CROWN MOULDING CUTTING This machine is capable of cutting the mitre angles required for Crown Mouldings. To configure the machine to cut Crown Moulding: • Deploy the 33.9˚ Bevel Pin by pushing it fully inwards. (Fig. 59) • Tilt the cutting head to the 33.9˚ position and lock it in place by tightening the bevel lock handle. • Turn the rotary table and set it to 31.6˚ mitre angle as indicated by the protractor scale.
www.evolutionpowertools.com MAINTENANCE Note: Any maintenance must be carried out with the machine switched off and disconnected from the mains/battery power supply. Check that all safety features and guards operating correctly on a regular basis. Only use this machine if all guards/safety features are fully operational. All motor bearings in this machine are lubricated for life. No further lubrication is required. Use a clean, slightly damp cloth to clean the plastic parts of the machine.
www.evolutionpowertools.com ASSEMBLY SAFETY CHECKS PART CONDITION Slides Inserted through the bevel neck and connected to the cutting head. Locating lugs successfully deployed. Mitre Handle Locking Knob Installed into mitre handle / rotary table. Slide Carriage locking screw Inserted into the threaded hole in the bevel neck. Anti-vibration spring fitted beneath the locking screw hand knob. Power Cable Routed correctly with cable guide/clamps correctly installed.
www.evolutionpowertools.com EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The manufacturer of the product covered by this Declaration is: Evolution Power Tools, Venture One, Longacre Close, Holbrook Industrial Estate, Sheffield, S20 3FR. The manufacturer hereby declares that the machine as detailed in this declaration fulfils all the relevant provisions of the Machinery Directive and other appropriate directives as detailed below.
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