Maximum MS20300 Instruction Manual page 25

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CUTTING GROOVES (FIG. 30a-30b)
The depth stop adjustment is a feature used
when cutting grooves in the workpiece. The
depth stop adjustment is used to limit the
blade depth. A groove should be cut as a slide
cut.
• Unlock the head lock pin.
• Raise the saw head assembly.
Turn the depth stop (1) toward front counter-
clockwise and turn the depth-adjustment
screw (2) to the desired cutting depth.
• Pull down on the saw head to check the
current setting.
• Space the workpiece away from the fence
with a scrap piece of lumber approximately
1 1/2" (3.8 cm) thick. This will allow for a
complete groove to be cut. Be sure the
workpiece is fully supported.
• Plug the saw into an electrical outlet.
• Cut the two outside edges of the grooves.
• To create the groove, use a wood chisel or
make multiple passes with a router to
remove the material between the outside
edges.
• When finished, turn the depth stop toward
back clockwise.
WARNING!
Do not use a dado blade, use only the standard
12" (30.5 cm) diameter saw blade for this operation.
WARNING!
Failure to unplug the saw could result in accidental
start up, which may cause serious injury.
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Fig. 30a
3. Chisel cut
4. Outside groove
5. Workpiece
4 3 4 5
Fig. 30b
SUPPORT LONG PIECES (FIG. 31a-31b)
ALWAYS SUPPORT LONG PIECES.
Never use another person as a substitute for a
table extension, as additional support for a
workpiece that is longer or wider than the
basic table, or to help feed, support or pull the
workpiece.
For best results, use the extension rails to
extend the table width of your saw. Support
long workpieces using any convenient means
such as sawhorses or similar devices to keep
the ends from dropping.
• Loosen two extension knobs (1) (one on
each side rear of the saw).
• Slide extension rails (2) to desired position.
• Tighten two extension knobs (1).
WARNING!
To always fix and use these extension rails during operation.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn off the tool and disconnect it from the
power source before attempting to move it,
change accessories or make any adjustments.
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Fig. 31a
Fig. 32b