(2)Re-tighten the side handle to secure the turntable in the desired position.

(3)The miter scale (Fig. 37) indicates both the cutting angle on the angle scale and the gradient on the grade scale.

(4)The gradient, which is the ratio of the height to the base of the triangular section to be removed, may be used for setting the miter scale instead of the cutting angle, if desired (see Fig. 37).

(5)Therefore, to cut a workpiece at a grade of 2/10, set the indicator to position a as indicated in Fig. 37.

Angle scale a

Grade scale

Miter scale

Fig. 37

11.Compound cutting procedures

Compound cutting can be performed by following the instructions in 7 and 10 above. For maximum

dimensions for compound cutting, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” table on page 5.

CAUTION

Always secure the workpiece with the right or left hand and cut it by sliding the round portion of the saw backwards with the left hand.

It is very dangerous to rotate the turntable to the left during compound cutting because the saw blade may come into contact with the hand that is securing the workpiece.

In case of compound cutting (angle + bevel) by left bevel, turn the sub-fence (B) counterclockwise, and engage in the cutting operation.

In case of compound cutting (angle + bevel) by right bevel, turn the sub-fence (A) clockwise, and engage in the cutting operation.

12.Crown molding cutting procedures

Fig. 40 shows two common crown molding types having angles of (q) 38° and 45°.

For the typical crown molding fittings, see Fig. 41.

AUpper surface ceiling

Fig. 38

NOTE

*Positive stops are provided at the right and left of the 0° center setting, at 15°, 22.5°, 31.6° and 45° settings. Check that the miter scale and the tip of the indicator are properly aligned.

*Operation of the saw with the miter scale and indicator out of alignment, or with the side handle not properly

tightened, will result in poor cutting precision.

10. Miter angle fine adjustment

(1)Rotate the turntable to the miter angle you need.

(2)When making fine adjustments of the miter angle, turn the knob (A) while pulling up the lever (Fig. 39).

Knob (A)

Turntable

Side handle

Fig. 39

NOTE

Turning knob (A) clockwise, allows fine adjustment of the turntable to the right. Turning knob (A) counterclockwise, allows fine adjustment of the turntable to the left.

(3)After adjusting to the desired angle, tighten the side handle.

CAUTION

Always check that the side handle is secured and the turntable is clamped.

If you attempt angle cutting without clamping the turntable, then the turntable might shift unexpectedly causing injuries.

B Lower surface

Wall

Fig. 40

Ceiling

Wall

1

2

3

4





Inside corner

Outside corner

Fig. 41

The table below shows the miter angle and the bevel angle settings that are ideal for the two crown molding types.

NOTE

For convenience, positive stops are provided for the miter setting (left and right 31.6°) positions.

For miter cut setting

If the turntable has been set to either of the angles described, move the turntable adjusting side handle a little to the right and left to stabilize the position and to properly align the miter angle scale and the tip of the indicator before the operation starts.

For bevel cut setting

Turn the clamp lever on bevel section to the left and check that the position is stable and that the bevel angle scale and the tip of the indicator are properly aligned. Then tighten the clamp lever.

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