Saw Operations

Crown Molding Angled to Table

and Fence

FIG. 31

The advantage to cutting in this position is that no bevel setting is required. Cutting is done with 45° miter angle.

Crown molding of up to 4-1/4” maximum width can be cut on your saw.

Follow these instructions for cutting crown molding angled to table and fence.

1. Position the molding so the bottom (part which is installed

against the wall) is against the fence. Make sure the

sliding fence is in place to provide maximum support (see

Sliding Fence for instructions).

NOTE: Crown Molding Support (accessory BB1203)

assists in holding crown molding in place during the

cutting operation. Refer to the accessory instruction

sheet for details. See page 82 for a complete accessory

list.

Sliding

Fence

Crown Molding

Support

Crown Molding

Angled Against

Fence

45º Miter

2.

Set the miter angle using the chart below. Tighten the

 

miter lock knob (Figure 31).

3.

Activate the switch. Lower the head assembly and make

 

your cut.

4.Wait until blade comes to a complete stop before returning head assembly to the raised position and/or removing workpiece.

5.ALWAYS TAKE A TEST CUT USING SCRAP TO CONFIRM CORRECT ANGLES.

Chart 2: Crown Molding Angled to Table and Fence

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Bosch Power Tools 3924-24, 3918 manual Crown Molding Angled to Table Fence

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