Summary: Tips for getting the most out of a laminate trimmer. Learn how to adjust the clamps of a laminate trimmer in this free woodworking video from an expert carpenter.
Slawomir Hadziewicz worked for the Wood Shop in Portland, Maine from 1997 until 2000. He began by making small custom projects for local users and commercial businesses. In 2000 he...read more
"I will demonstrate to you the very simple procedures relating to usage of the laminate trimmer. However, before we do anything, quite often you will find yourself using a laminate trimmer as a mini router. There are procedures which you need to follow in order to safely and properly trim anything. Two very, very useful things will be clamps. It's nothing but a mechanical device that will allow you to safely lock your working surface into place and fast creating a guiding edge for your laminate trimmer. Always make sure that everything, the trim piece that you are going to be trimming, is either securely attached with clamps. It doesn't have a chance to slide and move on you. Remember that you are working with a tool that can be rotating at quite high speeds. Always treat every tool, every mechanical tool, like a rabid dog. It will bit you if you're not paying attention. Thank you!"
eHow Article: How to Adjust Laminate Trimmer Clamps