Black & Decker Matrix BDCMTTS Instruction Manual page 6

SUPPORTING LARGE PANELS / SECURING WORKPIECE
Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag A
Wrong
under their own weight as shown in Figure A.
Material bends on blade causing
heavy loads or kickback
Supports must be placed under the panel on both
B
sides, near the line of cut and near the edge of the
panel (Figure B).
Support work near cut
Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your
C
leg (Figure C).
Secure the workpiece to a stable platform as shown in
D
Figure D. It is important to support the work properly to
minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
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