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Chop Cuts
WHAT’S A CHOP CUT
• A “chop cut” is a cross-cut made when the
s
aw is held to the rearmost position and is
operated like a conventional (non-sliding)
miter saw. Using the chop cut method
lowers the cross-cutting capacity; however,
many users prefer using this method
because it is quicker when making repeat
cuts. This method can also produce more
accurate cuts because the saw head is
locked in the retracted position.
• This saw has bevel angle stops that
accurately stop at critical angles: 45°
Left/Right and 0° Right. It comes factory-set
and should not require adjustment.
However, after extensive use or if the tool
has received a hard impact, it may require
an adjustment.
• A chop cut can cut pieces with a width of 5-
1/2" or less
PREPARING FOR CHOP CUT
1. With the saw head in the UP position, push
it back over the fence to the rear.
2. Engage the mechanism lock lever (item 27 –
page 12) by lifting up the finger tab. Check
that mechanism movement is stopped.
3. Properly position your workpiece and clamp
it firmly to the table and/or fence.
Use clamping position
that does not interfere
with operation. Before switching “ON,” lower
head assembly to make sure clamp clears
guard and head assembly.
MAKING A CHOP CUT
1
. Activate the switch, then fully lower the saw
head to make the cut.
2 Hold the saw head down until the blade
comes to a complete stop. Return the saw
h
ead to the UP position. Remove workpiece.
Figure 42. Chop Cut
Saw Operations
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