Craftsman 137.212372 Operator's Manual page 40

Fig. JJ
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AUXILIARY WOOD FENCE (FIG. KK)
When making multiple or repetitive
cuts that result in cut-off pieces of one
inch or less, it is possible for the saw
blade to catch the cut-off piece and
throw it out of the saw or into the blade
guard and housing, possibly causing
damage or injury. To minimize this, an
auxiliary wood fence can be mounted
to your saw. Holes are provided in the
saw fence to attach an auxiliary wood
fence. This fence is to be constructed
of straight wood approximately 3/4 in.
thick by 2-1/2 in. high by 18 in. long.
Attach the wood fence securely and
make a full depth cut to make a blade
slot. Check for interference between
the wood fence and the lower blade
guard. Adjust if necessary.
NOTE: This auxiliary fence is used
only with the saw blade in the 0° bevel
position (90° to the table). The auxiliary
wood fence must be removed when
bevel cutting.
Fig. KK
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CUTTING BASE MOLDING (FIG. LL)
Base moldings and many other
moldings can be cut on a compound
miter saw. The setup of the saw
depends on molding characteristics
and applications, as shown. Perform
practice cuts on scrap material. To
achieve best results:
1. Always make sure moldings rest
firmly against fence and table. Use
hold-down or C-clamps, whenever
possible, and place tape on the
area being clamped to avoid marks.
2. Reduce splintering by taping the cut
area prior to making cut. Mark cut
line directly on the tape.
3. Splintering typically happens due
to wrong blade application and
thinness of the material.
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Blade Slot