Equipment/CompoundMitreSaw

Compound Mitre Saw (Evolution Rage3)
Model	Unspecified
Sub-category	Woodworking
Status	Good working order
Last updated	11 September 2024 13:02:30
Consumables	Replacement blades
Accessories	N/A
Training requirement	yes
ACnode	no
Owner	LHS
Origin	Donation
Location	Wood shop
Maintainers	Woodshop team

A new sliding compound mitre saw (with much larger cutting capacity and in generally better condition) was donated in December 2021 replacing the original that was listed on this page

Saw Blade can be angle to support different cut and longer cut using back and forth movement.

Note - this brand of saw is designed to cut metal as well as wood, but is currently fitted with a wood only blade - the Donkey Saw is a better tool for metal cutting

Instructions for the old mitre saw (not an exact match for the current model, but still useful for reference) can be found below

Maintenance and Cleaning Instruction

Ensure to connect the vacuum cleaner when you cut a part preventing the wood dust to spread.

General instructions

Supplemental manual for changing saw blade

Risk Assessment - Mitre Saws

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

Activity

Cutting material with a mitre saw

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Understanding Risk Rating

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

Risk Assessment

Identify Hazards	Who May be Harmed and How	Severity	Control Measures	Likelihood	Risk Rating
Incompetent user	User, Bystander	HIGH	Users must not use tools that they are not competent to use.   Members must challenge use that they believe is dangerous.  Users must read the user manual where applicable.   Users must read the risk assessment before using a tool.  Users will be advised during induction which tools they will need supervision or an induction to use.   Only authorised members will complete maintenance and calibration tasks.	LOW	MED
Contact with blade	User	HIGH	Do not put hands into exclusion zone.  Clamp small work pieces to avoid contact with hands close to the blade.  Saw should be turned off immediately after use   Saw blade should stop within 10 seconds of being turned off.	LOW	MED
Drawing in (being pulled into the saw)	User of the tool	HIGH	User of the saw should not wear gloves, ties, scarves, or other long flowy clothing that could get pulled into the blade.   Do not move hands past the blade	LOW	MED
Dust (inhalation, fire, explosion)	User of the tool, users of the room, the space.	MED	Maintenance must include the cleaning of dust from within the saw housing where accessible.   A respirator or mask should be used whilst operating this tool for prolonged periods.	LOW	LOW
Blade snatching or jamming	User, bystanders	HIGH	Only cut wood and plastic on the mitre saw   Ensure a visual inspection of the mitre saw is undertaken before every use, checking for physical obstructions	LOW	MED
Noise	User of the tool, users of the room.	MED	Ear protection is advised.	LOW	LOW
Flying splinters	User of the tool, users of the room.	HIGH	Eye protection must be worn In the workshop	LOW	MED

Induction Script

The first stage of any induction is to read and familiarise with the Risk Assessment and PPE requirements

What is a Mitre Saw For

Cutting strip material to length, at a variety of angles This one for wood only (this model is sold with a wood/ metal combo blade but we have a wood blade fitted)

Alternatives: • Bandsaw or hand tools for small parts • Table saw with crosscut sled for precision, repeat parts, or stopped cuts

Parts of the Saw

Point Out:

• The blade
• The blade guard
• The Table
• The 'no hands zone' (swivelling part)
• The workholding clamp
• The mitre adjustment
• The bevel adjustment
• The sliders
• The slider lock
• The 2-stage trigger

Straight Cutting

1. Check the angle is as you expect (for precise work, test cut and adjust)
2. Position work. Unlock guard to lower saw to pencil mark, if required
3. Clamp work, if necessary
4. Make sure saw is clear of the work, activate 2-stage trigger, allow to get up to full speed
5. If work is wide, pull saw towards you and down, then push through to finish the cut
6. Raise saw to the locked 'home' position - until you hear the click
7. Remove workpiece

Mitre Cut

1. Unscrew orange locking handle at front to unlock
2. Pull locating lever up and rotate to desired angle (gauge at front is a guide, test cut and adjust if it's critical)
3. Re-tighten locating lever
4. Think about how the new angle affects your workholding and that the blade path is clear (if possible, cut angles so your workholding hand is the obtuse side)
5. Make your cut, as normal
6. As a courtesy to other users, rest to 90° when done

Bevel Cut

1. Unlock bevel locking screw (at rear of saw)
2. Rotate to desired angle
3. Lock off locking screw
4. Think about how the new angle affects your workholding and that the blade path is clear (if possible, cut angles so your workholding hand is the obtuse side)
5. Make your cut, as normal
6. As a courtesy to other users, rest to 90° when done

After Use

1. Always Sweep down the saw and the surrounding bench
2. Dust will build up inside the saw and a hoover is needed to deep clean it (and sometimes, compressed air right into crevices). It's not necessary to do this every time but this should be done at regular intervals, at least once a month. If it looks like it hasn't been done for a while, be a good citizen and do it.