ISO-7010-2012 symbols
Original Instructions
084-0901
S355
CPS-G2
084-0001
084-0002
084-0003
084-0006
084-0001A
084-0002A
084-0003A
084-0006A
PRODUCT S355CPS S355CPS-G2
Product Code UK (220-240V Plug)
084-0001 084-0001A
Product Code UK (110V Plug)
084-0002 084-0002A
Product Code EU (220-240V Plug)
084-0003 084-0003A
Product Code AUS (240V Plug)
084-0006 084-0006A
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor UK/EU/AUS (220-240V ~ 50Hz)
2200W 2200W
Motor UK (110V ~ 50Hz)
1600W 1600W
Rated Speed
1550
min
-1
1100
min
-1
Net Weight
23kg 25.3kg
Cable Length
3m 3m
CUTTING CAPACITY
Mild Steel Plate (Max. Thickness)
12mm 12mm
Stainless Steel Plate (Max. Thickness)
(Stainless blade must be fitted)
5mm -
Square Tube at 90˚ 120 x 120 mm 120 x 120 mm
Square Tube at 45˚ 89 x 89mm 89 x 89mm
Rectangle Tube at 90° 95 x 180mm 95 x 180mm
Rectangle Tube at 45° 78 x 110mm 78 x 110mm
Round Tube at 90° Ø 130mm Ø 130mm
Round Tube at 45° Ø 105mm Ø 105mm
Minimum Cut Off Piece Length
8 mm 8 mm
BLADE
Diameter
355mm 355mm
UK & EU Bore
25.4mm 25.4mm
Kerf
2.4mm 2.4mm
Teeth (Mild Steel Blade)
66 80
Teeth (Stainless Steel Blade
- AUS model only)
90 90
NOISE & VIBRATION DATA
Sound Pressure Max L
p
a
110V: 94,9 dB(A) / 220-240V: 94,8 dB(A) 110V: LPA=98,5dB(A) / 220-240V: LPA=95,3dB(A)
Sound Power
Level Max
L
w
a
110V: 107,9 dB(A) / 220-240V: 107,8 dB(A)
110V: KPA=3dB(A); LWA=111,5dB(A), KWA=3dB(A)
220-240V: KPA=3dB(A); LWA=108,3dB(A), KWA=3dB(A)
LABELS & SYMBOLS
Warning
Read Instructions
Wear Safety Goggles
Wear Ear Protection
Wear Dust Protection
Wear Safety Gloves
Keep Hands Away
Protection Class II
Double Insulated
CE Certication
5012207
ETL Certication
Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
Triman - Waste
Collection & Recycling
(RCM) Regulatory Compliance Mark for electrical
and electronic equipment.
Australian/New Zealand Standard
/
Unlock / Lock
Purchase separately
INTENDED USE OF THIS POWER TOOL
This product is a chop saw and has been designed to be used with
Evolution blades only. Only use accessories designed for use in
this machine and/or those recommended specifically by Evolution
Power Tools Ltd.
When fitted with an appropriate blade this machine can be used
to cut: Mild Steel, Thin Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Wood,
Masonary.
Note: Cutting galvanised steel may reduce blade life.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term
“power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling
or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• 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.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
o-position before connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or key left attached to a rotating part of a power
tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction
and collection facilities, ensure that these are connected and
properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow
you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles.
A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• 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.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove
the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do
not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
POWER TOOL SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUT OFF SAWS
• The guard provided with the tool must be securely attached
to the power tool and positioned for maximum safety, so
the least amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator.
Position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the
rotating wheel. The guard helps to protect operator from broken
wheel fragments and accidental contact with wheel.
• Use only bonded reinforced or diamond cut-off wheels for
your power tool. Just because an accessory can be attached to
your power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the
maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running
faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
• Wheels must be used only for recommended applications. For
example: do not grind with the side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive
cut-off wheels are intended for peripheral grinding, side forces
applied to these wheels may cause them to shatter.
• Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of correct
diameter for your selected wheel. Proper wheel flanges support
the wheel thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage.
• The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must
be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly
sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
• The arbour size of wheels and flanges must properly fit the
spindle of the power tool. Wheels and flanges with arbour holes
that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool
will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of
control.
• Do not use damaged wheels. Before each use, inspect the
wheels for chips and cracks. If power tool or wheel is dropped,
inspect for damage or install an undamaged wheel. After
inspecting and installing the wheel, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating wheel and run
the power tool at maximum no load speed for one minute.
Damaged wheels will normally break apart during this test time.
• Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on
application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses.
As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves
and shop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or
workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of
stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust
mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated
by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may
cause hearing loss.
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone
entering the work area must wear personal protective
equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken wheel may fly
away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
• Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
when performing an operation where the cutting accessory
may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the
power tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose
control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may
be pulled into the spinning wheel.
• Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to
a complete stop. The spinning wheel may grab the surface and
pull the power tool out of your control.
• Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side.
Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag your
clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
• Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will
draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumulation of
powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
• Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials.
Sparks could ignite these materials.
FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ABRASIVE CUTTING-OFF
OPERATION
Kickback and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating
wheel. Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating
wheel which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced
in the direction opposite of the wheel’s rotation at the point of the
binding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the
workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch
point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to
climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or away
from the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s movement
at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under
these conditions. Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
• Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your
body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Always
use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum control over
kickback or torque reaction during start-up. The operator can
control torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions
are taken.
• Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory
may kickback over your hand.
• Do not position your body in line with the rotating wheel.
Kickback will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid
bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp edges or
bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and
cause loss of control or kickback.
• Do not attach a saw chain, woodcarving blade, segmented
diamond wheel with a peripheral gap greater than 10 mm or
toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickback and
loss of control.
• Do not “jam” the wheel or apply excessive pressure. Do not
attempt to make an excessive depth of cut. Overstressing the
wheel increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting or
binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or
wheel breakage.
• When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut for any
reason, switch off the power tool and hold the power tool
motionless until the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never
attempt to remove the wheel from the cut while the wheel is
in motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate and take
corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheel binding.
• Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece. Let
the wheel reach full speed and carefully re-enter the cut.
The wheel may bind, walk up or kickback if the power tool is
restarted in the workpiece.
• Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minimize the
risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large workpieces tend
to sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under
the workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of the
workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
• Wear a dust mask. Exposure to dust particles can be harmful to
your health and make it dicult to breath. Use a dust extraction
system and wear a suitable protective mask.
• Wear noise protection. Exposure to high volumes of noise may
cause hearing damage.
• Do not use any abrasive wheels.
• Use only saw blades that comply with the characteristics
specied in this manual.
• Use only saw blade diameter(s) in accordance with the
markings.
• Use only saw blades with a speed marking that is higher than
or equal to the speed marked on the tool.
• Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even with application of safety standards and using the tool as
prescribed, certain residual risks can remain:
• Risk of personal injury due to prolonged use.
• Risk of injury caused by dust.
• Risk of injury caused by flying objects.
• Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the tool from the power source before
any adjustments, cleaning, or maintenance is carried out.
• Use compressed air to blow dirt out of the main housing air
vents and the blade guard. Wear approved eye protection and
a dust mask.
• Use a cloth dampened with water to clean the other areas of
the tool. Never use solvent based or harsh chemicals of any type
as this may weaken, damage or destroy plastic components.
• Do not attempt to modify the tool or accessories in any way.
• When servicing only use Evolution original parts and carried
out by a qualified person.
NOISE WARNING
WARNING: The noise emissions during actual use of the
power tool can dier from the declared values depending on the
ways in which the tool is used especially what kind of workpiece
is processed.
WARNING: The need to identify safety measures to protect
the operator that are based on an estimation of exposure in
the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the
operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched o
and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).
The declared noise emission value(s) have been measured in
accordance with a standard test method and may be used for
comparing one tool with another. The declared noise emission value(s)
may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
SETTING UP THE SAW
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, disconnect the tool from
the power source before installing, repositioning or removing
accessories Only connect the plug to the power source just before
starting the saw.
WARNING: Only transport the saw with the cutting head in
the down position, with the locking pin fully engaged (Fig.1).
Note: The bases on all these chop saw models have mounting holes
(located in the corners) which with suitable fixings (not supplied) can
be placed to secure the machine.
When mounting the machine onto a saw stand or appropriate
worktop, consider the following guidelines:
• Position the saw away from other people or bystanders to
avoid potential injury due to flying debris.
• Locate the saw on a firm, level surface where there is plenty of
room for handling and properly supporting the workpiece.
• Ensure the power cord is positioned away from the machine
to avoid entanglement or causing obstruction during cutting
operations.
ASSEMBLY
• Fig.1 Locking the head position
• Fig.2 Installing/removing the blade
PRE-CUTTING CHECKS
• Ensure that the power supply matches the requirements
specified on the machines rating plate.
• If an extension cable is required it must be of a suitable type
for the work environment. If used outdoors it should be
waterproof and so labelled.
• The manufacturers instructions should be followed when
using an extension cable.
• Route any extension cable so that it does not pose a trip
(or any other) hazard to the operator, colleagues or any
bystanders.
CUTTING
WARNING: Ensure the workpiece is supported for stable
cutting. Allow the blade to reach maximum speed before starting
the cut. Cut smoothly and allow the blade to do the work without
forcing the blade.
• Fig. 3 Mitering the rear vice and using the quick-release clamp
• Fig. 4 Repositioning the rear mitre vice
Note: There are three possible positions for the rear vice (Fig. 4) to
allow the user to make cuts based on different material profiles and
angles. For example, the rearmost position (A) enables the widest
section of some workpieces to be cut, while the most frontal position
(C) is most ideal for cutting box-section mild steel at a 45
º
angle.
Ensure the workpiece is positioned so that the blade can cover the
length of the desired cut entirely before cutting.
• Fig. 5 Rear vice positioning for 90º cutting
• Fig. 6 Rear vice positioning for 45º cutting
WARNING: Always ensure the material will be covered by the
cutting area of the blade before making a cut.
• Fig. 7 Performing cuts
• Fig. 8 Emptying the chip collection tray (die-cast base models
only)
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
• Fig. 9 Replacing the carbon brushes
Note: Excessive sparking may indicate the presence of dirt in the
motor or worn out carbon brushes. Disconnect the machine from
the power supply before attempting to replace or check the carbon
brushes. Replace both carbon brushes if either has less than 6mm
length of carbon remaining, or if the spring or wire is damaged or
burned.
To replace the carbon brush, unscrew the plastic caps found at the
side of the motor carefully (Fig. 9). Remove the brushes from their
springs, and if necessary, replace the brushes and the caps. Fit the
caps back to the motor and screw to tighten. Run the motor without
load to test new brushes.
Fig. 10 Cutting head travel adjustment
Note: To prevent the blade from contacting any part of the machines
metal base, the downward travel of the Cutting Head can be adjusted.
Lower the Cutting Head and check for any blade contact with the
machines base. If the downward travel of the Cutting Head needs to
be adjusted, do the following:
• Loosen the locknut (A) on the downward travel stop screw.
• Turn the adjusting screw (B) out (counter-clockwise) to decrease
the downwards travel of the Cutting Head.
• Turn the adjusting screw in (clockwise) to increase the downwards
travel of the Cutting Head.
• Tighten the adjustment screw locknut when satisfactory
downward travel of the Cutting Head is achieved.
S355
A. Front handle
B. Upper blade guard
C. Blade bolt guard
D. Chip collection tray
E. Adjustable rear vice
F. V-block adaptor
G. Mounting holes x3
H. Hex key
I. Vice handle
J. Front vice jaw
K. Rear vice jaw locking lever
L. Lower blade guard
M. Carbon brush access cap
N. Cutting guard
O. On/O trigger switch
P. Blade lock button
Q. Travel stop adjustment adjustment screw
R. Mitre scale
S. Positive stop location pin
T. Lock down pin
U. Carry handle
V. Safety trigger lock
W. LED housing*
*S355CPS-G2 only.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Evolution Power Tools Ltd. declares that the following products:
355mm S355CPS Steel Chop Saw
Model No. 084-0001, 084-0002, 084-0003, 083-0010
355mm S355CPS-G2 Steel Chop Saw
Model No. 084-0001A, 084-0002A, 084-0003A
Brand: Evolution
Comply with the following directives and standards:
1907/2006, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU,
2011/65/EU & (EU)2015/863, 2012/19/EU.
EN62841-1: 2015 (For models: 084-0001, 084-0002, 084-0003, 083-0010)
EN 62841-1:2015/A11:2022 (For models: 084-0001A, 084-0002A, 084-0003A)
EN 62841-3-10:2015 • EN ISO 12100: 2010 •
EN IEC 55014-1:2021 • EN IEC 55014-2:2021 •
EN IEC 61000-3-2-2019+A1:2021 •
EN IEC 61000-3-11:2019 (For models: 084-0001,084-0003,083-0010)
EN 61000-3-3:2013/A2:2021 (For models: 084-0001A, 084-0003A)
The undersigned technical document holder makes this
declaration on behalf of Evolution Power Tools Ltd.
Print: Barry Bloomer
Chief Executive Officer
Date: 24/05/2024
UK: Evolution Power Tools Ltd. Venture One, Longacre
Close, Holbrook Industrial Estate, Sheffield, S20 3FR.
FR: Evolution Power Tools SAS. 61 Avenue Lafontaine,
33560, Carbon-Blanc, Bordeaux, France.
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UK
Evolution Power Tools Ltd
Venture One, Longacre Close
Holbrook Industrial Estate
Sheffield, S20 3FR
+44 (0)114 251 1022
USA
Evolution Power Tools LLC
8363 Research Drive
Davenport, IA
52806
866-EVO-TOOL
EU
Evolution Power Tools SAS
61 Avenue Lafontaine
33560, Carbon-Blanc
Bordeaux
+ 33 (0)5 57 30 61 89
AUS
Total Tools (Importing) Pty Ltd
20 Thackray Road
Port Melbourne
Vic 3207
03 9261 1900
www.evolutionpowertools.com
