Saw Operations

Crown Molding Angled to Table

and Fence

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 4-1/2” maximum width can be cut on your saw.

!WARNING Crown molding stops should not be used as horizontal clamps. Remove when your

not cutting nested crown.

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 assists in holding crown molding in place during the cutting operation. (See crown molding support page 50

2.Set the miter angle using the chart below. Tighten the miter lock knob (Figure 32).

FIG. 32

Crown Molding

Angled Against

Fence

Crown Molding

Support

45º Miter

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.

MAXIMUM SIZE 4-1/2"

Chart 2: Crown Molding Angled to Table and Fence

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