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LONG WORKPIECE SUPPORT
clamped down and properly supported from under-
neath.
sion or as additional support. Unstable support for the
workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece
to shift during the cutting operation, causing you to con-
tact the spinning blade.
Operating Base Extensions – These extensions pro-
vide extra workpiece support and are especially useful
when cutting long workpieces. To reposition the exten-
sions 22, simply unlock the base extension lock levers
21, reposition the extensions and relock the levers
(see Fig. 36). The left extension lock lever tightens by
rotating clockwise and the right lock lever tightens by
rotating counterclockwise.
ADDITIONAL WORKPIECE SUPPORT
Blocks – Long pieces need extra support. The base
height (3-3/4"/95mm) is designed to match the stan-
dard lumber of two 2xs (38mm) and one 1x (19mm).
Boards of these thicknesses can be used to create aux-
iliary support extensions for long workpieces (see Fig.
37).
erly support the workpiece and allow for secure
holding by hand outside of the "No Hand Zone", or
clamping with a clamp inside or outside of the "No
Hand Zone" – see page 36 for "No Hand Zone" and
appropriate hand positions.
workpiece. Unsupported workpiece can move out
of position during cut and cause injury and/or tool
damage.
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Preparing for Saw Operations
Long workpieces have a
tendency to tip over unless
Do not use another person as
a substitute for a table exten-
Always ensure that support-
ing surfaces are able to prop-
Always adjust the sliding
base extension to support
Be aware of the path of the
saw blade. Make a dry run
with the saw Off by conducting a simulated cutting
cycle, and observe the projected path of the saw
blade. Keep hands at least six (6) inches (152mm)
away from the projected path of the saw blade.
Fig. 36
22
Fig. 37
Add Two 2xs
and One 1x
21
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