14
0
15
30
45
15
30
OPERATION
Fig. 6
Fig. 8
BASE
ANGLE CUTTING
(Bevel Cutting)
See Figures 6 and 7.
Bevel cutting angles may be adjusted from 0
°
to 45
°
right
or left. Angles for cuts from 0
°
to 45
°
in 15
°
increments are
marked on a scale on both the left and right side of the
base. Notches on the rear of the base provide positive
stops at each of the above mentioned 15
°
increments. A
protractor is recommended when accurate cuts are re-
quired.
Using the 1/8 in. hex key provided, loosen the base
pivot screws until the base can be moved.
Slide base forward until base pivot screws can move
freely in slots in base.
See Figure 6.
Align the mark, on the base, of the desired angle with
the edge of the motor housing.
Once the desired angle is reached, slide base back until
tab on motor housing aligns with the appropriate notch
on rear of base.
See Figure 7.
NOTE:
When making a set-up for accurate cuts with a
protractor, or for angles other than the preset 15
°
increments, the positive stop notches on the rear of
the base are not used.
Tighten the base pivot screws securely.
Return hex key to storage compartment on base.
NOTE:
The wide slot in the base must be used when
making bevel cuts, scroll cuts, plunge cuts, and when
cutting metal.
PLUNGE CUTTING
See Figure 8.
WARNING:
To avoid loss of control, broken blades, or damage to
the material being cut, always use extreme caution
when making plunge cuts. We do not recommend
plunge cutting on materials other than wood.
TO MAKE A PLUNGE CUT
Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece.
Set the cutting angle at 0
°
.
Tilt your saw forward so that it rests on the front edge
of the base and blade will not come in contact with the
workpiece when the saw is turned on.
Make sure the blade is inside the area to be cut.
Using high speed, start your saw and slowly lower the
blade into the workpiece until the blade cuts through
the wood.
See Figure 8.
Continue lowering the blade into the workpiece until
the base rests flat on the work surface, then move the
saw forward to complete the opening.
Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut.
Fig. 7
SCALE
BASE
BASE PIVOT
SCREWS
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