Support long workpieces, Operation – Craftsman 315.212110 User Manual
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OPERATION
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Before turning on the saw, perform a dry run of the
cutting operation just to make sure that no problems
will occur when the cut is made.
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Grasp the saw handie firmly, press the lock-off tab
down, then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow sev
eral seconds forthe blade to reach maximum speed.
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Slowly lower the blade into and through the
workpiece. See Figures 29 and 30.
M Release the switch trigger and allow the saw blade
to stop rotating before raising the blade out of
workpiece. Wait until the electric brake stops blade
from turning before removing the workpiece from
miter table.
SUPPORT LONG WORKPIECES
See Figure 31.
Long workpieces need extra supports. Supports
should be placed along the workpiece so it does not
sag. The support should let the workpiece lay flat on
the base of the saw and work table during the cutting
operation. Use the optional work clamp or a C-clamp
to secure the workpiece.
iV WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury,
always keep your hands outside the no hands
zone; at least 3 in. from blade. Never perform
45° X 45° COMPOUND MITER CUT
Fig. 30