Rough Cutting A Dado
By using the depth adjustment cam it is possible to rough cut a dado as shown. On the outside of the depth adjustment cam are a series of marks. Use these marks as a reference to help set the blade to the correct cutting depth.
After the two outside cuts have been com- pleted the inside material (represented by slanted lines) is removed with a chisel. To set the depth stop:
1.Position depth adjustment cam so it engages locking collar.
2.Loosen lock knob.
3.Position depth stop cam so the power- head stops at the desired depth.
4.Cut the two outside grooves.
5.Use a wood chisel to remove the mate- rial between the outside grooves.
6.To override depth setting pull depth stop cam outward and rotate so flat is up.
NOTE: It is not necessary to loosen depth adjustment knob.
NOTE: Because of the sawblades cutting arc material at the beginning or end of the cut(s) may have to be removed with a chisel.
Cut These Grooves
With Saw
Use a Chisel to |
|
|
| Workpiece |
|
| |||
Cutout the Middle |
|
|
| |
|
|
|
| Depth |
|
|
|
| Adjustment |
|
|
|
| Cam |
|
|
|
| Depth |
|
|
|
| Adjustment |
|
|
|
| Knob |
Cutting Base Moldings
Base moldings and many other moldings can be cut on a miter saw. The set up of the saw depends on your molding and your application as shown. Always make sure moldings rest firmly against fence and table.
F |
|
| F |
|
e |
|
| e |
|
n |
|
| n |
|
c |
|
| c |
|
e |
|
| e |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Miter Saw Table |
|
| Miter Saw Table | |
| Cutting Base Molding | |||
| (Miter at 45° |
|
| (Miter at 0°, |
| Bevel at 0°) |
|
| Bevel at 45°) |
33
