Festool Kapex KS 120 - Manual (Page 14)

14 Kapex KS120 Miter Saw
Setting the Depth Limit
The depth limit is used for making partial cuts that do not
cut all the way through the workpiece, such as making
dados. When the depth limit is engaged, the sawblade’s
vertical travel is limited from going below the preset height.
The height is easily adjustable by turning the depth limit
knob. Turning the knob clockwise ¼-turn raises the
sawblade by
approximately 1
mm (0.040”), and
turning it
counterclockwise
lowers the
sawblade.
To engage the
depth limit, pull the
knob forward. To
disengage the
depth limit, push
the knob back.
Using the Tall Miter Latch
The tall miter latch is used for cutting boards in the vertical
position, such as mitering baseboard material. In this
cutting position, the height of the cut is maximized. The
miter latch holds the saw head slightly forward from its
normal position, and also increases the maximum depth
that the saw can plunge downward.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury from loss
of control, never cut tall boards without the
auxiliary fence installed. The workpiece can tip if
not properly supported.
Note: The bevel position must be at zero degrees
before you can engage the tall miter latch. The
latch will not engage if the saw head is tilted.
Engaging the Tall Miter Latch
1.
Pull the saw head away from the fence.
2.
While holding the latch lever down, push the saw head
back toward the fence until the tall miter latch locks
into the back of the saw head.
Releasing the Tall Miter Latch
While pressing down on the release lever (see previous
image), pull the saw head away from the fence. The tall
miter latch will spring to the vertical position when it
releases.
Cutting the Workpiece
Stand the workpiece up against the fence and plunge the
saw head down into the cut.