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--- rage_3_sliding_mitre_saw [2025-07-09 23:26] – created NKT
+++ rage_3_sliding_mitre_saw [2025-07-10 00:10] (current) – NKT
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-====== **Safe Use Guide – Evolution Rage 3 Sliding Chop Saw** ======
+====== Safe Use Guide – Evolution Rage 3 Sliding Multimaterial Chop Saw ======
+Materials you can cut (from the [[https://evolutionpowertools.com/downloads/manuals/|manual]]):
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+• Wood, Wood derived products
+(MDF, Chipboard, Plywood, Blockboard,
+Hardboard etc),
+• Wood with nails,
+• 50mm mild steel box section with 4mm
+wall at HB 200-220,
+• 6mm mild steel plate at HB 200-220.
+Note: Wood containing non galvanised nails
+or screws, with care, can be safely cut.
+Note: Not recommended for cutting
+galvanised materials or wood with embedded
+galvanised nails.
+For cutting stainless steel
+we recommend Evolution dedicated stainless
+steel blades.
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-For Cutting Aluminium, Steel up to 5mm, Wood with Nails, Plastic, etc.
 **Prohibited Actions**
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 Do not cut loose, unrestrained material, or anything with long fibres.
-Do not modify the saw or use non-Evolution blades for metal cutting.
+Do not modify the saw or use non-Evolution blades.
 Do not saw really wet or highly flammable materials.
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 Confirm sliding action is smooth, if needed, and is locked off with the knob if not.
-Wear PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, (and gloves for handling metal if required) but generally don’t wear fabric gloves when using large rotary saws. Nitrile/latex are fine.
+Set the required angles before starting the saw. There are snaps for common angles, and two axes can be adjusted. Ensure the locking knobs are tightened.
+Wear PPE: **safety glasses, hearing protection**, (and gloves for handling sharp or hot metal if required) but generally **don’t wear fabric gloves** when using large rotary saws. Nitrile/latex are fine.
 Remove loose clothing, lanyards, etc. and tie back long hair.
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 **Material-Specific Guidance**
-Steel: Use slow, steady feed. Sparks are normal; ensure a clear, fire-safe area. Have water on hand. Know where the extinguishers are. Warn others.
+Steel: Use slow, steady feed. Sparks are normal; ensure a clear, fire-safe area. Have water on hand. Know where the extinguishers are. Warn others. Metal will likely be hot after cutting.
 Aluminium: Secure firmly. Use light, consistent pressure. Tends to throw little bits of aluminium across the room – warn others.
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 **Sliding Action Use**
-For wide cuts, pull saw forward, start the cut at the front, then push backward slowly through the material.
+For wide cuts, pull the saw forward, to start the cut at the front, coming down fully, then push backward slowly through the material.
 Always lock the slide when not in use or when doing non-sliding cuts.
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 **After Use**
-Unplug saw before changing blade or cleaning. Consult the manual!
+Unplug saw before changing blade or cleaning. Consult the [[https://evolutionpowertools.com/downloads/manuals|manual]]!
 Brush off debris/tidy up after use.
-Store with blade guard engaged and power “unplugged” – hit the “logout” button.  Tilt the saw back & to the side into “stowage” position, undo both the locks, and hide it away again. Lock it again.
+Store with blade guard engaged and power “unplugged” – hit the “logout” button.  Tilt the saw back & to the side into “stowage” position, undo both the locks, and hide it away. Lock it again.