Compound Cuts - Bosch CM8S Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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A "compound cut" is a cross-cut made with the blade
both at a miter angle and at a bevel angle.
Because it may take several tries to obtain the
desired compound angle, perform test cuts on scrap
material before making your cut.
follow these instructions for
making your compound cut:
1. Extend the base extensions and fence. (See
Sliding Fences and Base Extensions on page 26 &
27.)
2. Properly position workpiece. Make sure workpiece
is clamped firmly against the table or the fence
(figure 43).
WARNING
Before switching on, lower head assembly to
make sure clamp clears guard and head
assembly.
WARNING
Off by conducting a simulated cutting cycle, and
observe the projected path of the saw blade. Keep
hands at least six (6) inches away from the
projected path of the saw blade.
3. Set miter and bevel angles according to the
instructions on page 30 and 31 for miter and bevel
cuts.
4. Follow the procedures for chop cut or slide cut.
5. Wait until blade comes to a complete stop before
returning head assembly to the raised position
and/or removing workpiece.
Cutting crown molding flat on the table requires
compound cuts. See cutting crown molding section
on page 36.
Saw Operations

Compound Cuts

Use clamping position that does
not interfere with operation.
Be aware of the path of the saw
blade. Make a dry run with the saw
Sliding
fence
32.
FIG. 43
Bevel
Scale
Clamp
Miter Scale