Skil 3800 - Manual (Page 62)

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Crown Molding Laying Flat on Table
Follow these instructions for cutting crown molding:
1. Move sliding fence to proper position (see Sliding Fence
on page 50).
2. Set the bevel and miter angles using Chart 1 below.
Tighten the miter lock knob and the bevel lock handle
(Figure 31).
3. Position molding on saw table. Use the chart below for
correct position. Clamp workpiece in place using the
vertical clamp.
Use clamping position that does not
interfere with operation. Before switching
on, lower head assembly to make sure clamp clears guard
and head assembly.
4. Activate the switch. Lower the head assembly and make
your cut.
5. Wait until blade comes to a complete stop before
returning head assembly to the raised position and/or
removing workpiece.
6. ALWAYS TAKE A TEST CUT USING SCRAP TO
CONFIRM CORRECT ANGLES.
Saw Operations
Chart 1: Crown Molding Flat on Table
FIG. 31
MAXIMUM
SIZE 4-1/2"
WARNING !
Sliding
Fence
31.6 °
Miter
Crown
Molding
Vertical
Clamp
33.9 °
Bevel