Long Workpiece Support - Bosch CM8S Mode D'emploi

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long Workpiece Support

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and properly supported from underneath.
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as additional support. Unstable support for the
workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece
to shift during the cutting operation, causing you to
contact the spinning blade.
Operating Sliding Base Extensions – These
extensions provide extra workpiece support and are
especially useful when cutting long workpieces.
reposition the extensions, simply unlock the base
extension clamping levers, reposition the extensions
and lock the levers (see figure 33). The right extension
lock lever tightens by rotating clockwise and the left lock
lever tightens by rotating counterclockwise.
Additional Workpiece Support
Blocks – Long pieces need extra support. The base
height is 3-7/16 inches. Cut two 2x4 pieces to 3-7/16" in
length and fasten together. Boards of this thickness and
height can be used to create auxiliary support
extensions for long workpieces, figure 34.
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the workpiece and allow for secure holding by hand
outside of the "No Hand Zone", or clamping with a clamp
inside or outside of the "No Hand Zone" – see page 24
for "No Hand Zone" and appropriate hand positions.
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Unsupported workpiece can move out of position during
cut and cause injury and/or tool damage.
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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.
preparing for Saw Operations
Workpiece Support
long workpieces have a tendency
to tip over unless clamped down
Do not use another person as a
substitute for a table extension or
Always ensure that supporting
surfaces are able to properly support
Always adjust the sliding base
extension to support workpiece.
Be aware of the path of the saw
blade. Make a dry run with the saw
FIG. 33
Base Extension
To Clamping lever
FIG. 34
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Two
2x4 Pieces
3-7/16"