Dremel DSM20 Instruction Manual page 14

cutting large sheets
Large sheets and long boards sag or bend, depending on support.
If you attempt to cut without leveling and properly supporting the
piece, the wheel will tend to bind, causing KICKBACK and extra
load on the motor. PICTURE 14
Support the panel or board close to the cut, as shown in
PICTURE 15. Be sure to set the depth of the cut so that you cut
through the sheet or board only and not the table or work bench.
The two-by-fours used to raise and support the work should be
positioned so that the broadest sides support the work and rest
on the table or bench. Do not support the work with the narrow
sides as this is an unsteady arrangement. If the sheet or board to
be cut is too large for a table or work bench, use the supporting
two-by-fours on the floor and secure.
PICTURE 14
A. Wrong
PICTURE 15
A. Right
straight edge guide
The straight edge guide (optional attachment) is used for cuts
parallel to the edge of the work, and can be used from either side
of the foot plate for cutting on the left or right side of the material.
NOTE: When using the straight edge guide on the left side or
right side of the tool, position guide as shown. PICTURE 16
rip cuts
Rip cuts are easy to do with a straight edge guide. Straight edge
guide is available as an accessory (optional attachment). To
attach, insert straight edge guide, insert fence through slots in
foot to desired width as shown and secure with the set screw.
PICTURE 17
PICTURE 17
A. Desired width of cut
B. Straight
C. Set screw
rip board guide
When rip cutting large sheets, the straight edge guide may not
allow the desired width of cut. Clamp or nail a straight piece of 1"
(25 mm) lumber to the sheet as a guide. PICTURE 18
Use the right side of the foot against the board guide.
PICTURE 18
A. Desired width of cut
B. Rip board guide
2" x 4" cutting guide
The Dremel DSM20 and the 2" x 4" Cutting Guide (Optional
Attachment) can be used to quickly and accurately make cuts in
2" x 4" lumber. Since the depth of cut is less than the thickness
of a 2" x 4" one cut on each side of the wood will be required to
complete a cut through the work piece.
1. Measure and mark the desired cut line on the piece of wood.
2. Slide the 2" x 4" Cutting Guide over the wood in the
designated location of the cut.
Note: When using the standard wheel measure a 1" offset to
properly align the guide to the offset indicator in the cutting
guide.
While using the flush cut wheel, line the fence of the tool up
with the cut line.
3. Clamp the cutting guide to the work piece in the desired
location to make the cut.
4. Firmly hold the tool and use the edge of the guide as a fence
and make the first cut. PICTURE 19
5. Flip the work piece over while leaving the cutting guide
clamped in place and make a second cut to complete the cut
through the 2" x 4".
Miter/trim cutting guide
The Dremel DSM20, Miter/Trim Cutting Guide (Optional
Attachment) and Flush Cutting Wheel is a perfect combination
to make miter, bevel, and straight cuts in baseboard, trim, and
molding. Angle indicators also aid in making accurate cuts for
other common angles like 15°, 22.5° or 30°.
1. Measure and mark the desired cut line on the piece of wood.
2. Position the Miter/Trim Cutting Guide over the wood in the
designated location of the cut.
3. Clamp the cutting guide to the workpiece in the desired
location to make the cut.
4. Firmly hold the tool and make the cut.
Straight Cuts- use the outside edge of the cutting guide as the
fence. PICTURE 20
45° Miter Cuts- use the angled edge of the cutting guide as the
fence. PICTURE 21
ENSURE THE TOOL IS PROPERLY SEATED
WARNING
!
IN THE GUIDE BEFORE STARTING THE
TOOL AND USE CAUTION WHEN STOPPING THE TOOL WITHIN
THE CUTTING RAIL TO ENSURE THAT THE CUTTING WHEEL
DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE CUTTING GUIDE.
Miter Cuts (15°, 22.5° or 30°)- Pivot the cutting guide at the
designated corner to the desired angle using the angle indicator
marking on the cutting guide, complete the cut using the outside
edge of the cutting guide as the fence. PICTURE 20
45° Bevel Cuts- While using the flush cutting wheel only, place
the saw in the cutting rail to complete the cut. PICTURE 22
The guide positions the saw to make bevel cuts in workpieces up
to 9/16" thick. To make a cut, first position the tool into the rail
so the back of the tool's foot fits into the keying feature. Switch
on the tool and proceed to make the cut. Stop the tool before
removing from guide.
Determine if a Inside Left, Outside Left, Inside Right, or Outside
Right cut is required and orient the workpiece. Positions A, B, C,
or D. PICTURE 23
PICTURE 22 Accessory Chart, see Front Matter.
Addendum below:
accessory
Abrasive cutting wheel with carbide grit
which is intended to cut wood and other soft
materials.
DsM500
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application