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Tip
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Using
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Bevel
Cuts
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Figure
6-17.
Bevels are formed with the fence tilted over the knives.
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By tilting
the jointer fence, you can make smooth, accurate angular cuts
for a variety of projects (Figure
6-17). Be sure the machine is off; then push the fence
lock handle in and unlock the fence tilt. Adjust the fence
to the desired angle, and relock the fence securely.
Whenever
possible, work with a closed angle fence tilted over the knives,
because it's easier to prevent slips and loss of control with
this setup. Take shallow cuts with each pass. The face of
the bevel will get wider with each cut; eventually reaching
across the edge. However, if the stock is thick, the fence
may have to be tilted backwards so it forms an open angle
with the tables. Warning: When the fence is tilted backwards
work with extreme caution. Hold the stock so it won't slide
out from under your hands. Use push blocks to move the stock.
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