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OPERATION
CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING
See Figure 14.
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align the line of cut
with the full length kerf indicator on the base as shown in
the figure.
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in scrap
material along a guideline to determine how much, if any, you
must offset the guideline to produce an accurate cut.
NOTE:
The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is
the amount you should offset the guideline.
TO RIP CUT
See Figures 15 and 16.
Use a guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the
saw.
NOTE:
You may also use the rip guide that is provided with
the saw.
To install the rip guide:
Slide the rip guide into the slot as shown in figure 15.
Adjust the guide so that the "0" on the guide is aligned
with the edge of your workpiece.
Secure the guide with the lock screw provided with the
saw.
Follow these directions to rip cut.
Secure the workpiece.
Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using
C-clamps.
Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip
cut.
NOTE:
Do not bind the blade in the cut.
Fig. 14
Fig. 16
Fig. 15
