Saw Operations

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 54).

2.

Set the bevel and miter angles using Chart 1 below.

 

Tighten the miter lock knob and the bevel lock handle

 

(Figure 30).

3.

Position molding on saw table. Use the chart below for

FIG. 30

Sliding

Crown

Molding

correct position. Clamp workpiece in place using the

workpiece clamp.

!WARNING 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.

Fence 33.9° Bevel

Workpiece

Clamp31.6°

Miter

Chart 1: Crown Molding Flat on Table

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Bosch Power Tools 3918, 3924-24 Crown Molding Laying Flat on Table, Follow these instructions for cutting crown molding

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