5. Repetitive crosscutting
Repetitive cutting is cutting a number of pieces to the same
length without having to mark out each piece.
Note: We recommend that repetitive cross-cutting is carried
out with the mitre gauge positioned on the LH side of the
machine, with the rip fence on the RH side of the machine.
See Fig 29. The rip fence can be used as a length stop
if it is properly set and adjusted.
Note: Align the back of the fence with the front of the saw
blade. This will allow clearance for the material as it passes
through the saw blade.
Index the material to be cut against the mitre gauge and the rip
fence. Hold the material and mitre gauge with your left hand.
Gently push the workpiece through the saw. Use a push stick,
if necessary, in your right hand to guide the workpiece on the
RH side of the blade.
6. Rip cutting
Rip cutting is cutting along the length of a piece of material
rather than across it. See Fig 30. Rip cutting should always be
done with the rip fence set to the desired width and normally
on the RH side of the machines table. The mitre gauge is not
required for this operation, and should be stored safely off the
machine for future use.
Note: Check that the rip fence is locked in position and is
parallel to the saw blade. Check that the riving knife is properly
aligned with the saw blade.
When ripping small section material a push stick should be
used to feed/guide the final 300mm of the material past the
blade. A push stick should always be used when making cuts
of less than 300mm. See Fig 31.
When ripping long boards or large panels always use a work
support. Feed the workpiece through the saw keeping it
indexed against the rip fence. Use smooth, steady pressure
and employ a push stick if necessary.
Fig 29
Fig 30
Fig 31
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