OPERATION
.
A. Cross Cutting
(at 90
O
) Ref: Figs 1 & 2
First, set the work in place. Clamp it firmly against the table and back fence.
Check the security of the Bevel Locking Knob (N) and tighten if necessary, also
ensure the table is locked using the Table Locking Knob (D).
NOTE: If the workpiece is not entirely straight, ensure that the portion at either side of the
intended cut rests firmly against the table and back fence.
It is important to ensure that one end of the workpiece is completely free to move
i.e. NOT clamped or held in any way. This will normally be the off-cut or shorter end.
When satisfied, make a final check to ensure that all safety precautions are being
complied with, then pull the Trigger - B, to start the motor.
Allow the blade to reach full speed. If any unusual sounds or vibrations occur,
release the trigger immediately and investigate the cause. When satisfied, move
the Head Release Lever (A), sideways with the thumb of your right hand, and
gently lower the head so that the blade comes into contact with the workpiece.
Do not force the blade, a light pressure is all that is required.
You will notice that to provide maximum safety, the blade is not exposed at any
time, and the guard rises automatically as the blade is lowered.
Nevertheless, NEVER treat the machine with indifference, and NEVER be casual
with your approach.
To switch off, release the Trigger whilst still maintaining full control of the head.
NOTE: The Head should rise under spring pressure, gently. If the movement is too rapid or conversely,
too sluggish, spring tension needs to be adjusted. Refer to ‘Adjustments’ on page 16.
B. Mitre Cutting
This is a cross cutting operation, except that the saw blade is set at an angle to the work,
but remains perpendicular to the table. The head is mounted on the table which is free
to rotate by up to 45
O
, to the left and right.
To set the required mitre angle,
rotate the table (and hence the
Cutting Head) using the
procedure described on
page10, to the desired position,
lining up the angle on the scale,
with the pointer (K). Lock the
Table in position by screwing in
the Locking Knob firmly.
The procedure for cutting is the
same as that for cross cutting. For
convenience, positive stops are
provided at various angles. These
are: Zero (90
O
), 15
O
, 22.5
O
, 30
O
and 45
O
Mitre Cut at 45
O
Fig.5
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