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7. Unclamp the board and measure carefully from the right end of the board to each of the
cuts. If the pivot point has been correctly adjusted, all three cuts should be the same. If they
are not, readjust the back fence, and repeat the test process.
Adjusting the Miter Saw Pivot Point
If your miter saw is cutting inaccurately when cutting miters, its pivot point is
either too far back or too far forward.
The examples below show in which direction to adjust the fence to improve pivot point
alignment.
Pivot point too far BACK Pivot point too far FORWARD
Using SawGear to Adjust Pivot Point
If the back fence of the saw cannot be moved, you can adjust the pivot point offset using
SawGears pivot point adjustment system.
1. Press the [D] key then press the
[W] key.
2. If SawGear calibration is
necessary, press [Stop] and calibrate as usual.
3. If calibration is correct, press
[Start].
4. Place the square end of your
stock against the SawGear and
press [Start] key.
5. Swing your miter saw left to 45
degrees. Cut the piece and then
measure the piece from the back
edge. Enter this dimension and
press [Start] Key.
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