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Rabbet Cut

Fig. 9

1. To safely perform rabbet cut, table insert should be placed with a blank piece of 1/4" thick hardboard. With machine running, slowly lower table over insert to cut saw slot (see Fig 9). This allows fence to be moved close enough to blade to cut rabbet and still support stock. Set blade height to project 1/2" Set fence to cut the width of saw teeth. Cut all four pieces at once.

2. Set table at 30° (difference of work angle subtracted from 90° work angle).

3. Set fence to cut a full bevel. Raise table for 1/2" blade penetration. To cut 1/4" deep rabbets, reposition fence for additional passes (see Fig. 10). For safety purposes, use a large feather board to cover blade (see Fig. 11).

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

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