SM-S-9 XP Operator’s Manual
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2017 Version 1.01
Making Plunge Cuts
Plunge or pocket cuts are made in the middle of a work piece when a cut cannot be started at the
edge of the workpiece. Make certain that there are no hidden hazards under the workpiece before
making a plunge or pocket cut.
1.
Line up the saw sight line with your
cutting line. Tilt the saw forward, firnly
fixing the guide plate on the workpiece.
The blade should be just above the the
cutting line, but not touching the
workpiece. Raise the lower blade guard
(B) using the guard lever (A).
Fig. 6
.
2.
Start the saw and allow the blade to reach
maximum speed before beginning your
cut.Use the front of the guide palte as a
hinge and slowly lower the blade into the
workpiece and release the guard lever
(A).
3.
Once the blade has fully penetrated the
workpiece, advance the cut until
complete. Release the trigger switch and
let the blade come to a full stop before
removing it from the workpiece.
