Operating Guide
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OPERATION
WARNING: The following are suggestions that give you a general idea of how a panel saw
is intended to be operated. No instructions can replace common sense and
experience. Be sure you and all operators have enough time and material to
become familiar with the general operating characteristics of this tool, and
have FULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD all general operating and safety
instructions.
Limitations of the Tool
Small Work pieces
Do not cut pieces that are so small that your hand must be behind the carriage to hold the piece in place.
Use a tool better suited to these applications, such as a table saw, radial arm saw, or band saw.
Work piece Height (Crosscutting)
The Panel Pro is limited to a crosscut capacity of 50”.
Work piece Thickness
Maximum thickness of a work piece to be cut with the Panel Pro is 1-1/2”:
Crosscutting Limitations
When crosscutting (vertical cuts), the work piece must be supported on both sides of the blade for safe operation
and accurate cutting.
Ripcutting Limitations
The maximum rip length is 96” if the tool is used with the optional lower and upper extensions. For single-operator
use, a maximum rip length of 48” is recommended unless used in conjunction with an assistant.
Pieces of material shorter than 48” can be rotated 90 degrees and crosscut.
You must ensure that the board is properly supported at all times.
Selecting a Saw Blade
The Panel Pro uses standard 7-1/4” diameter saw blades with a 5/8” arbor, available in most retail stores.
The saw blade must be carefully matched to the materials being cut. Improper blade selection can result in
reduced tool life, inaccurate and poor quality cuts, and safety risks.
If in doubt, consult with your machinery dealer, or with our customer service department (800-599-1655), to
determine the best blade for your cutting needs.
Always keep blades clean and sharp for the best performance. A dull or dirty blade can bind and pinch, resulting in
kickback and poor quality cuts. If in doubt, replace your saw blade with a new one.