How to Use a Tool Shop Miter Saw

A miter cut is a cut made at any angle other than 90 degrees. Cuts you can perform on a miter saw include a bevel cut---a cut made with the blade at any angle other than 90 degrees to the table surface. A compound cut is a cross cut---a cut going against the grain---made with both a miter and a bevel angle; you can also make freehand cuts. Make miter cuts for picture frames, moldings, door casings and fine joinery, amongst other things.

Instructions

1. Raise the saw arm to its full height.

2. Rotate the miter table until the pointer aligns with the required angle on the miter scale. Tighten the lock handle securely.

3. Place the piece of wood you'd like to cut flat on the table with one edge securely against the fence.

4. Align the cutting line on the piece of wood with the edge of the blade.

5. Hold the wood firmly, and secure it to the fence with a clamp.

6. Perform a dry run to preclude any possible snags or problems, and also to get a clear picture of exactly the cut you'll be making.

7. Squeeze the trigger and let the blade reach its operating speed.

8. Lower the blade onto the piece of wood and make the cut.

9. Let the trigger switch go and let the blade stop rotating. Then lift the blade and remove the piece of wood.

Tips & Warnings

• Try your cuts with a scrap piece of lumber if you're unsure of the angles needed for your desired results.

References

• Ryobi TS100L Operator's Manual