RIDGID MS1250LZ manual Support Long Workpieces, See Figures 33, 45 x 45 Compound Miter CUT

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OPERATION

nAlign the cutting line on the workpiece with the edge of saw blade.

nGrasp the stock firmly with one hand and secure it against the fence. Use the optional work clamp or a C-clamp to secure the workpiece when possible. See Figure 33.

nBefore 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.

nGrasp the saw handle firmly. Depress the switch lock with thumb then squeeze the switch trigger. Allow several seconds for the blade to reach maximum speed.

nSlowly lower the blade into and through the workpiece.

See Figures 33 - 34.

nRelease 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 35.

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.

45° x 45° COMPOUND MITER CUT	Fig. 34

LONG

WORKPIECE

4 1

WORKPIECE

SUPPORTS

Fig. 35

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceElectrical Connection Cord Length Wire Size A.W.GElectrical Double InsulationGlossary of Terms Features Product SpecificationsMiter 12 IN. Blade Switch TriggerKnow Your Compound Miter SAW AMP MotorTools Needed Loose Parts Dust Guide HEX BoltSocket Head Screws Washer Extention Dust BAG Blade Wrench Trace Holes AT These Locations For Hole Pattern SAW Base AssemblyUnpacking Mounting HolesUpper Brace a LEG B Lower Brace E Carriage Bolt Assembling LEG StandSee Figures 9 Upper Side Brace C LEG B Lower Brace D HEX NUT Rubber FootSocket Head Washer Screw Table ExtensionMounting the Miter SAW to the LEG Stand Upper Brace a Upper Side Brace C LEG B ExtensionDust Guide Dust BAGWork Clamp To Install Blade Screw Blade Bolt Cover Lower GuardLaser Guide Aligning the Laser Guide Line Mounting the Exactline Laser GuideBroken RED Line Cutting a Slot in the Zero Clearance Throat PlateSquaring the SAW Blade to the Fence See Figures 20Adjustments are Required Sliding Miter Fence Blade Combination Squaring the Blade to the Miter TableSee Figures 25 Lock KnobApplications Pivot Adjustments Travel Pivot AdjustmentBevel Pivot Adjustment OperationCutting with Your Compound Miter SAW To CrosscutStraight Crosscut Work Clamp See Figures 30 Bevel Scale IndicatorIndicator Point Screw Bevel CUT Work Clamp Stop PIN To Bevel CUTCompound Miter CUT Work Clamp To Compound Miter CUTLong Workpiece Supports Support Long WorkpiecesSee Figures 33 45 x 45 Compound Miter CUTCOMPOUND-ANGLE Settings for Popular Structures Cutting Compound MitersPitch Side Inside Corner Fence Cutting Crown MoldingLaying Molding Flat on the Miter Table CeilingSee Figures 37 Using a Crown Molding Support JIGMaking a Crown Molding Support JIG Cutting Warped MaterialLubrication MaintenanceClamping Wide Workpieces GeneralBrush CAP Brush ReplacementProceed as follows when replacement is required Brush AssemblyDo not attempt to activate the laser Changing the BatteriesPage HOW to Obtain Service What is not Covered WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service WarrantyModel No MS1250LZ Serial No Customer Service Information