KEENCUT Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual
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- Page 1 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) click here to view this document online > Page 1 of 43...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
1.7 Symbols and icons ............................1.8 Which bench are you fixing to? ..........................2. Option 1 - fix your cutter to an Evolution3 SmartFold Bench ..................2.1 Fix the base brackets to your Keencut Bench ......................2.2 Fix the cutter to the base brackets on your Keencut Bench ................... -
Page 3: Before You Start
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1. Before you start 1.1 Assembly time You will need approximately 2 hours to install and calibrate your cutter The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) -
Page 4: Be Careful When Lifting
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1.2 Be careful when lifting To prevent injury and damage, lift the box and the machine with 2 people The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) -
Page 5: Components
Manual 1.3 Components The Evolution3 SmartFold (part A) comes in 9 different sizes ranging from 1.1m (44″) to 5.1m (204″)(cutting length) in 0.5m (20″) increments. Each machine is fitted with a Double Graphik blade cutting head. The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com... - Page 6 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual E3SF110: 3 x B 6 x C E3SF160: 4 x B 8 x C E3SF210: 5 x B 10 x C E3SF260: 6 x B 12 x C E3SF310: 7 x B 14 x C E3SF360: 8 x B...
- Page 7 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) click here to view this document online > Page 7 of 43...
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Page 8: Tools Included
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1.4 Tools included The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) click here to view this document online >... -
Page 9: Tools Not Included
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1.5 Tools not included 3 x strips of ACP or PVC foamboard A sheet of A4/letter size paper. The three pieces of ACP (aluminium composite panel) or PVC foamboard should be approximately 150mm x 100mm (6″ x 4″) and 3mm (⅛″) thick. -
Page 10: Extra Tools Needed If You Are Not Using A Smartfold Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1.6 Extra tools needed if you are not using a SmartFold Bench 2 blocks of wood (or similar) of equal size 2 equal weights Thread The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) -
Page 11: Symbols And Icons
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 1.7 Symbols and icons Muscle = do this firmly Feather = do this gently Be careful when lifting The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) Scan the QR code or +1 (716) 748 6203 sales@keencut.com (US sales) -
Page 12: Which Bench Are You Fixing To
1.8 Which bench are you fixing to? Keencut Evolution3 SmartFold Bench Non-Keencut Bench See section 2 to fix your machine to an Evolution3 SmartFold Bench > See section 3 to fix your machine to a non-Keencut bench > The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com... -
Page 13: Option 1 - Fix Your Cutter To An Evolution3 Smartfold Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 2. Option 1 - fix your cutter to an Evolution3 SmartFold Bench 2.1 Fix the base brackets to your Keencut Bench In this section you will need base brackets (part B) and short socket head screws (part * – delivered with the SmartFold Bench). - Page 14 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Place the following base brackets (part B) 43.5cm (17 ⅛”) from the edge of the previous base bracket. Use the 4mm Allen (hex) key to tighten screws (part *). Continue placing the rest of the base brackets in this way.
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Page 15: Fix The Cutter To The Base Brackets On Your Keencut Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 2.2 Fix the cutter to the base brackets on your Keencut Bench IMPORTANT: This step should be carried out by two people to prevent damage or injury Centralise and lower the cutter slowly onto the base brackets. - Page 16 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual The base brackets have 2 grub screws each located at the front and the back (see ‘ x’ and ‘ y’). Use the long end of the 3mm Allen (hex) key rotate the grub screws in the front of the base brackets until you feel them come to a stop, do not tighten any further.
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Page 17: Attach The Cutter Arms To Your Evolution3 Smartfold Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 2.3 Attach the cutter arms to your Evolution3 SmartFold Bench If you are attaching your SmartFold to an Evolution E2 Bench see section 2.4 to find out how to attach the cutter arms to an Evolution E2 Bench >... - Page 18 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Pull and remove end stop. Slide the cutting head to the right. Gently lift to remove the cutter head, then replace end stop. IMPORTANT: This next step may require more than one person on longer cutters to prevent damage or injury The world’s finest cutting machines...
- Page 19 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Grip the cutter bar firmly, lift carefully and swing over the edge of the bench, bring gently to a stop when vertical. Be careful when lifting Insert long countersink screw (supplied with the bench) but do not fully tighten.
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Page 20: Attach The Cutter Arms To Your Evolution E2 Bench
Manual 2.4 Attach the cutter arms to your Evolution E2 Bench If you are attaching your SmartFold to an Evolution3 SmartFold Bench see section 2.3 to find out how to attach the cutter arms to an Evolution3 SmartFold Bench >... - Page 21 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Pass the long countersink screw (supplied with the bench) through the arm and black support bracket then use the 3mm Allen (hex) key to loosely attach into the clamp bar. Repeat the step on the other side of your machine.
- Page 22 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Gently lift to remove the cutter head, then replace end stop. IMPORTANT: This next step may require more than one person on longer cutters to prevent damage or injury Grip the cutter bar firmly, lift carefully and swing over the edge of the bench, bring gently to a stop when vertical.
- Page 23 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Use 4mm Allen (hex) Key to loosen the cap screws by one full turn at the end of the SmartFold. DO NOT loosen the domed head screws that have red paint on them. Repeat this step on the other end of your SmartFold.
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Page 24: Option 2 -Fix Your Cutter To A Non-Keencut Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 3. Option 2 -fix your cutter to a non-Keencut bench 3.1 Workspace required The width of the work surface needs to be 40cm (15 ¾″) wider than the cut length of the SmartFold. Example: E3SF260 (104″) + 40cm (15 ¾″) = 300cm (118″) work bench The world’s finest cutting machines... -
Page 25: Work Bench Flatness Test And Requirements
Manual 3.2 Work bench flatness test and requirements If your workbench does not meet the following parameters, it is recommended to use a different bench. Keencut’s SmartFold Bench is designed especially for this purpose. Check the flatness of the worktop by stretching a thin piece of strong thread between two blocks of the same height approximately over the area the cutter is to be mounted. - Page 26 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual The work surface must be stable with a robust framework below and good support (no flexing) in the area under the two ends of the cutter. Both ends of the cutter must be fully supported and not overhanging the work surface.
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Page 27: Fix The Base Brackets To Your Non-Keencut Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 3.3 Fix the base brackets to your non-Keencut bench In this section you will need base brackets (part B) and short posi head screws (part C). Place the first base bracket (part B) 18cm (7″) from the edge and 9.5cm (3 ¾”) from the front of your bench. - Page 28 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Place the following base brackets (part B) 43.5cm (17 ⅛″) from the edge of the previous base bracket and 9.5cm (3 ¾”) from the front. Use a Posi head screwdriver to tighten screws. Continue placing the rest of the base brackets in this way.
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Page 29: Fix The Cutter To The Base Brackets On Your Non-Keencut Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 3.4 Fix the cutter to the base brackets on your non-Keencut Bench IMPORTANT: This step should be carried out by two people to prevent damage or injury Centralise and lower the cutter slowly onto the base brackets. - Page 30 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Use the long end of the 3mm Allen (hex) key rotate the grub screws in the front of the base brackets until you feel them come to a stop, do not tighten any further. Do this gently Repeat the process on the grub screws at the back of the base brackets.
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Page 31: Attach The Cutter Arms To Your Non-Keencut Bench
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 3.5 Attach the cutter arms to your non-Keencut Bench Take the long screws (part D) and a Posi head screwdriver to the highlighted section of the SmartFold. Fix the arm to the work surface but do not tighten at this stage. - Page 32 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Slide the cutting head to the right. Gently lift to remove the cutter head, then replace end stop. Do this gently IMPORTANT: This next step may require more than one person on longer cutters to prevent damage or injury Grip the cutter bar firmly, lift carefully and swing over the edge of the bench, bring gently to a stop when vertical.
- Page 33 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Insert the highlighted screw but do not tighten. Repeat this step on the other side of your SmartFold. Do this gently Use 4mm Allen (hex) Key to loosen the cap screws by one full turn at the end of the SmartFold.
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Page 34: Finish Assembly And Calibration
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 4. Finish Assembly and Calibration 4.1 Fit the Lift-and-Hover levers IMPORTANT: The Lift-and-Hover levers (part E) are fixed into openings at each end of the machine and it is essential they are installed facing the correct way or they can damage the internal mechanism when tightened in place. - Page 35 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Use the 5mm Allen (hex) key and insert it into highlighted section. Tighten fully. Repeat this step on the other end of your machine. Do this firmly The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ)
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Page 36: Hover Action Adjustment
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 4.2 Hover action adjustment Use an 8mm spanner/wrench to adjust the highlighted nut to obtain the best setting to hold or hover the cutter bar above the base plate. Loosen the nut a small amount, raise the cutter bar using the lever then carefully release the lever and the cutter bar should lower itself to the base plate. - Page 37 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Nudge the lever towards you in small movements, if the cutter bar then falls tighten the adjustment nut a very small amount and try again. The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ)
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Page 38: Clamp Adjustment
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 4.3 Clamp adjustment Insert a piece of A4/letter paper under the cutter bar at one end, push the lever away from you to fully lower the cutter bar. Test the paper is clamped by trying to move it. - Page 39 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Access rear hex screw from the back of the machine. Adjust by the same amount as above. Repeat the clamping check along the whole length of the cutter bar, make further adjustments until the paper is clamped along the whole length of the machine.
- Page 40 Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual Use 4mm Allen (hex) key to tighten the two cap screws, one located at each end of the SmartFold. DO NOT loosen or tighten the red painted dome head bolts. Repeat this step on the other end of your SmartFold.
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Page 41: Remove Cutter Bar Sag
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 4.4 Remove cutter bar sag Place 3 pieces of 3mm (⅛”) thick board (PVC Foamboard, ACP or similar) under each end and the middle of the cutter bar. Lower the cutter bar. Test each of the boards to check they are clamped in position. -
Page 42: Using Your Machine
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 5. Using your machine 5.1 Register your machine Registering your SmartFold machine will activate your 5 year guarantee. Register your cutter to activate your guarantee > The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com +44 (0) 1536 263158 sales@keencut.co.uk (UK HQ) -
Page 43: User Guide
Evolution3 SmartFold Installation Manual 5.2 User guide See the Evolution3 SmartFold User Guide for advice on cutting techniques, using the different cutting heads and care and maintenance of your machine. Visit the Evolution3 SmartFold User Guide > The world’s finest cutting machines www.keencut.com...