Making Straight Cuts - Shop fox W1835 Owner's Manual

Making Straight Cuts

There are generally two types of cuts made with this
saw—straight cuts and plunge cuts.
Straight cuts are made with the blade already extended,
with the cut beginning on one edge of the workpiece and
ending on the opposite side. These cuts work well for
cutting objects into separate pieces and for straight-lining
rough lumber.
To make basic straight cuts, do these steps:
1. Set the depth of cut (as described in the Setting
Cutting Depth section on Page 21).
2. Position the front of the saw onto the workpiece,
leaving enough room for the blade to fully extend
from the bottom without coming into contact with
the workpiece, as shown in Figure 17.
3. Hold the saw firmly with one hand on each handle,
as shown in Figure 18.
4. Engage the plunge release and extend the blade.
To activate the saw, pull the power trigger while
holding the plunge release.
Note: Holding the power trigger alone will not
activate the saw. For power to be activated, both
the plunge release and the power trigger must be
pressed. After power has been activated, the plunge
release can be disengaged.
5. Move the saw forward over the workpiece in an
even, steady motion.
6. When finished, release the power trigger and allow
the blade to come to a complete stop. Return the
saw to its upright position by lifting up on the
handle, allowing the blade to retract and the saw to
lock in place.
Model W1835 (For Machines Mfg. Since 12/12)
Eye injury hazard! Always wear safety
glasses when using this machine.
Keep fingers and hands away from
the saw blade and out of blade path
during operation. Use clamps to hold
the workpiece in place if needed.
Let the saw reach full speed before
contacting the workpiece. Doing so
will reduce the risk of kickback, help
provide the cleanest cut, and reduce
stress on the saw motor.
Figure 17. Positioning the saw onto the
workpiece for a straight cut.
Figure 18. Proper hand positions.
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