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BM 2610027879
preparing for Saw Operations
Chop/Crown lock
This saw is equipped with a Chop/Crown Lock feature that is intended to lock the head assembly in place while giving the maximum capacity for upright cuts and crown cuts.
Engaging head for traditional Chopcuts
1.To engage the Chop/Crown feature ensure that the mechanism lock lever is disengaged.
2.Slide the head assembly forward and engage the lever into the first hole labeled “Chop Cut”.
The saw is capable of making upright cuts against the fence up to
Mechanism
Lock Lever
“Crown Cut”
Position
Engaging head for Crown Molding
1.To engage the Chop/Crown feature ensure that the mechanism lock lever is disengaged.
2.Slide the head assembly forward and engage the lever into the second hole labeled “Crown Cut”.
The saw is capable of cutting crown molding (for crown cutting refer to pages
“Chop Cut”
Position
figure 38B. Crown Cut position
figure 38A. Chop Cut position
Saw Operations
Switch Activation
For safety, the switch lever is designed to prevent accidental starts. To operate safety switch, press the switch
NOTE: The power switch lever is made with a hole to accommodate a long shackle padlock to prevent unauthorized use of the saw (padlock is not provided with tool). The lock’s shackle diameter may be up to 1/4".
Padlock Hole
Power Switch Lever
figure 39. Switch Activation
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