WEN 70712 12 Sliding Compound Miter Saw - Manual (Page 16)

ITEM 70712 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 16
Bevel Angle Adjustment
1. A bevel cut is one that is at an angle to the vertical plane of the material.
2. Bevel cuts can be used to miter relatively wide and thin material. Bevel cuts can be used in
combination with a miter cut to form a compound angle. Compound angle cuts are often used
in crown moldings, picture frames and similar trim materials.
3. To set the bevel angle, loosen the Bevel Lock Handle at the rear of the saw. To do this, press
in the Lock Button and rotate the Handle 1/2 turn counterclockwise. Move the Blade
Assembly left to the desired angle. You can read the angle on the Bevel Angle Indicator.
Lock the Blade Assembly into position by pressing in the Lock Button and rotating the Bevel
Lock Handle clockwise. Tighten firmly but not over-tight.
4. Make a sample cut in a piece of scrap and check to be sure the bevel angle is correct. If it is
not, correct the angle before cutting your work piece.
Depth Stop Use
1. If you want to make a Kerfing or rabbet cut which does not cut through the work piece, you
can use the Depth Stop Screw to control the depth of the cut.
2. To limit Blade Assembly travel, turn the Depth Stop Screw clockwise. The further you screw
down the Depth Stop Screw, the shallower the cut will be.
3. After the desired cut has been made, return the Depth Stop Screw to its open position by
turning it counterclockwise.