To Make Repetitive Cross Cuts; Making A Rip Cut - RIDGID R4520 Operator's Manual

OPERATION

To make repetitive cross cuts:

A stop block can be used as a cut-off gauge to make
repetitive cross cuts of the same length without having to
mark the workpiece for each cut. The end of a stop block
should always be in front of the blade. NEVER use the rip
fence as a cut-off gauge.
 Remove the rip fence.
 Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
 Set the miter gauge to 0° and tighten the lock knob.
 Position a 3 in. block of wood at the desired distance
from the blade to act as a cut-off gauge.
 Secure the stop block in place using a vice or a clamp.
WARNING:
When secured, the end of the stop block should
be in front of the blade. Securing the stop
block beyond the front of the blade will result in
kickback which can cause serious personal injury.
 Position the workpiece on the miter gauge with the edge
flush against the stop block.
 When cutting a long or wide workpiece, place a support
the same height as the table surface in front of the saw,
behind the saw, and on the sides of the saw as needed.
 Turn the saw on.
 Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands on the miter
gauge and feed the workpiece into the blade.
NOTE: The hand closest to the blade should be placed
on the miter gauge lock knob and the hand farthest from
the blade should be placed on the workpiece.
 When the cut is made, turn the saw off. Wait for the blade
to come to a complete stop before removing the cut piece.
 Move the miter gauge back to the front of the saw and
position the workpiece for the next cut.
 After the last cut, turn the saw off. Wait for the blade to
come to a complete stop and remove the stop block.

MAKING A RIP CUT

See Figures 67 - 68.
WARNING:
Make sure the blade guard assembly is installed
and working properly to avoid serious possible
injury.
WARNING:
Taper cuts must only be made with a special jig,
which is commercially available. Do not attempt
a freehand taper cut on this saw. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in serious personal
injury.
BLADE
 Set the blade to the correct depth for the workpiece.
 Move the low fence to the appropriate side of the rip
fence and install the rip fence.
NOTE: The low fence should only face the blade when
cutting narrow material that is 3/4 inches thick or less.
Wider workpieces and workpieces thicker than 3/4 inches
may be unstable and require additional hold downs to
ensure stability during cutting.
 Position the rip fence the desired distance from the blade
for the cut and securely lock the handle.
 When cutting a long or wide workpiece, place a support
the same height as the table surface in front of the saw,
behind the saw, and on the sides of the saw as needed.
 Install featherboard in the appropriate position for the cut
being made.
 Make sure the workpiece is clear of the blade before
turning on the saw.
42 - English
REPETITIVE CROSS CUT
STOP
BLOCK
RIP CUT
RIP
FENCE
Fig. 66
PUSH
STICK
PUSH
BLOCK
Fig. 67