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Revision as of 23:41, 13 March 2020
This is the content required for an introduction to our chop saw - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)
Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's manual.
Safety
(a dust mask could also be necessary depending on your material)
Dangers | Precautions |
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sharp and rotating exposed blade - will keep spinning for a bit after turning the power off! |
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sawdust and small splinters can fly towards the operator and others | |
workpiece can move during the cut or create kickback |
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Demonstration
The tutor will show you these steps in detail:
- adjusting the bevel
- adjusting the rotation
- setting the depth stop
- releasing the blade guard and starting the saw