RIDGID MS1060, Owner'S Manual

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Workpiece Support
Long pieces need extra supports. The table extensions
provided will support many pieces. If long supports are
required they should be placed along the workpiece so
the workpiece does not sag and your hand holding the
workpiece is positioned 4" or more from the blade path.
The support should let the workpiece lay flat on the base
and work table during the cutting operation.
NOTE: When mounted on a large flat surface, the miter
saw table is 3" high. Two finished 2x4's on their sides can
be used as work support extension.
Auxiliary Fence
Depending on the size and position of the workpiece a
fence face extension may be required. Slots are provided
in the fence to attach an auxiliary fence. Get a straight
piece of wood, typically 1/2 inch thick by 3-1/4 inches
high by 19-1/4 inches long. To attach auxiliary fence,
place the piece of wood on the miter saw fence. Mark the
locations from the backside of the miter saw fence. Drill
.200"-.250" holes, then countersink the holes on front of
wood to receive #10 flat head machine screws. Position
the auxiliary fence in place and secure with appropriate
nut(s). Make a full depth cut. This will create the blade
slot. Check for interference between the auxiliary fence
and lower blade guard. Correct any interference before
proceeding. The auxiliary fence is used with the saw in
the 0° bevel position. If a bevel cut is desired, the auxil-
iary fence must be removed.
WARNING: To avoid contact of the lower guard
with the auxiliary fence, do not make bevel cuts
with auxiliary fence installed.