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▶ Crown Molding Auxiliary Fence
When making a compound
cut on a molding lying flat on
the table, narrow cut-off pieces (2" or less in
width) may be propelled at high speed over the
fence and beyond the back of the tool (see
Fig. 47). Use auxiliary fence as instructed and
shown in figures below.
A crown molding auxiliary fence is used to add
support to the cut-off workpiece such as large
crown molding when cut flat on the table (see
Fig. 48). It will reduce splintering and movement
of the unsupported cut-off piece of wood after the
cut is made.
▼ MAKING CROWN MOLDING AUxILIARY
FENCE:
Required pieces:
3/4” thick wood board
4 – Flat Head Machine Screws
1/4"diameter x 2-1/2" long
4 – 1/4" Flat Washers
4 – 1/4" Nuts
1.
Remove the sliding fence from the tool (see
page 29).
2.
Build auxiliary fence by following the pattern and
illustrations on page 43.
3.
Add 4 holes as dimensioned on pattern -or- add
holes following the next steps:
a.
Cut wood to the outside dimensions shown
and temporarily attach to saw’s stationary
fence using two C-clamps.
b.
Use 1/4" drill bit to drill first through existing
holes in the rear of the stationary fence and
then through the wood.
c.
Remove wood, countersink the front of the
wood and permanently attach to saw’s fence
with hardware shown below.
▼ FIRST-TIME USE OF THE AUxILIARY FENCE:
NOTE: The first time the auxiliary fence is used, it
will be cut through by the saw blade – cutting
through creates minimal clearance which reduces
splintering on the workpiece. Set the miter angle
and the bevel angle required before making the
first cut.
Be aware of the path of the
saw blade. Make a dry run
with the saw Off by conducting a simulated
cutting cycle, and observe the projected path of
the saw blade. Keep hands at least six (6) inches
away from the projected path of the saw blade.
Clamp the workpiece, then make cut – example:
compound cutting large crown molding flat on the
table.
Fig. 48
Fig. 47
Small Cut-off
Piece
Small Cut-off
Piece
Auxiliary
Fence
Saw Operations
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