Kreg Rip-Cut KMA2685 Owner's Manual
Rip-Cut
™
Owner’s Manual
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
ITEM# KMA2685
ARTÍCULO# KMA2685
ARTICLE# KMA2685
NK9035
Version 1 - 02/2017
www.kregtool.com • 800.447.8638
Step 1: Connect the Edge Guide to the Rail
Remove the clear tape covering the recess in the edge guide (A), remove the
two self-tapping screws (B), and use them to secure the edge guide to the rail
(C). Orient the edge guide for right-hand or left-hand operation as shown.
Left-hand operation
Step 2: Orient the Filler Strip
The ller strip (D) on the sled (E)
is shipped with the angled ribs
facing up. These ribs support a
saw base with an angled leading
edge, keeping the saw base at
on the sled when the set screws
(F) in the base-plate clamps (G)
are tightened. For a saw base
with a at leading edge, lift the
ller strip from the sled recess
with the tip of a screwdriver, turn
it over to expose the at face,
and press it into the recess.
E
D
F
G
A
C
B
Right-hand operation
Parts
A 1
Edge guide
H 1
Indexing stop
B 2
Self-tapping screws
I 3
Machine screws
C 1
Rail
J 3
Hex nuts
D 1
Filler strip
K 1
Cursor
E 1
Sled
L 1
Wedge
F 2
Set screws
M 1
Handle
G 2
Base-plate clamps
General Safety Guidelines
Assembly
!
WARNING When using electric tools, always follow the safety precautions below to reduce the risk of re, electric shock,
and personal injury. Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Before using the Rip-Cut™, read, understand, and follow the safety
warnings and operation instructions included with this product and provided
by your saw manufacturer. Keep all guards and safety devices in place.
• Wear proper eye, ear, and respiratory protection when operating your saw.
• Use a sharp blade designed for the type of material you are cutting.
• Always disconnect your saw from power before making adjustments
to the saw or Rip-Cut™.
• Check the cursor alignment before you cut.
• Ensure that the saw blade will not contact the edge guide during the cut.
• Do not attempt a cut when any part of the Rip-Cut™ interferes with the
operation of the saw blade guard.
• Make sure both the workpiece and the cutoff piece are fully supported
to prevent binding and kickback.
• Adjust the depth of cut so the saw blade protrudes 1/8″ [3mm] through
the workpiece during the cut.
• Keep your hands away from the saw blade during operation.
• Secure your workpiece to ensure it doesn’t move during the cut.
• Do not use excessive force when cutting. Maintain a steady and
controlled pace.
• Allow the saw blade to come to a complete stop before lifting the
Rip-Cut™ from the workpiece.
• Maintain your tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, loose fasteners, broken parts, and any other condition
that may affect safe operation. If an unsafe condition is discovered,
correct it before use.
Step 4: Check the Position of the Cursor
There are two positions on the sled for the cursor (K) that correspond
to the two sled slots. Position the cursor in the holder in front of the
saw blade. To switch cursor position, press down on the holder lock,
slide the cursor out of the holder and reinstall it in the other holder.
K
With your saw clamped to the sled (E), raise the handle (M) to the upright
position and slide the sled onto the rail (C), inserting the wedge (L) into
the rail channel. The saw and the edge guide (A) should extend from the
same edge of the rail.
Step 6: Slide the Sled onto the Rail
E
A
M
C
Assembly
Step 3: Mount your Circular Saw on the Sled
Remove the indexing stop (H) from the sled (E). Loosen the set
screws (F) in the base-plate clamps (G) and slide your saw base
plate under them. Position the saw on the sled with the front of the
saw base plate against the step at the front of the sled. For saws with
the blade on the left-hand end of the motor, center the blade in the left
sled slot. For saws with the blade on the right-hand end of the motor,
center the blade in the right sled slot. To accommodate different saw
base-plate congurations, there are two holes for attaching each
base-plate clamp to the sled. For the most secure clamping, choose
the holes that provide the widest spacing allowed by your saw. The
clamps can be oriented at an angle. Tighten the set screws onto the
saw base plate to securely hold the saw but do not over-tighten.
Make sure the saw-blade guard operates freely.
F
H
E
G
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WARNING Disconnect the saw from power before mounting it on the sled.
The indexing stop (H) allows you to remove the saw from the sled
assembly and then re-mount it in exactly the same position. Place the
indexing stop against the side of the saw base on the same side as the
cursor (K) and secure it to the sled (E) with the machine screw (I) and
nut (J). For maximum positioning exibility, the sled is slotted and the
indexing stop rotates 180°.
Step 5: Reinstall the Indexing Stop
I
H
J
E
K
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ATTENTION The sled assembly is equipped with features that are
functional on the Kreg Accu-Cut™. Additional steps, found in the Accu-Cut™
manual, are required to calibrate the sled for use on the Accu-Cut.
Using Your Rip-Cut
™
Assembly
Step 7: Align the Cursor and Determine the Narrowest Cut
Rotate the saw blade guard up and slide the sled (E) along the rail
(C) until the blade just touches the edge guide (A). Lock the sled
in place by pressing down on the handle (M). The handle does not
need to be completely horizontal to lock securely. Press down on
the cursor lock and align the red cursor (K) with the zero mark on
the rail scale. The minimum safe cut may be greater than 1″.
K
Red Line of cursor
E
A
C
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WARNING On the scale, the area between zero and 1″ [25mm] is
marked Not Recommended, See Manual. On most saws, the edge guide
interferes with blade-guard operation on cuts of less than 1″ [25mm], so these
cuts should not be attempted. After aligning the cursor, verify the minimum safe
cut width by moving the sled away from the edge guide until the blade guard
functions without interference.
1) For the best results, install a 40-tooth blade or better on your saw.
2) With the saw mounted on the sled, adjust the depth of cut so the
blade will protrude ⅛″ [3mm] through the workpiece during the cut.
3) Release the wedge lock and slide the sled along the rail until the
cursor aligns with the desired dimension on the scale.
Engage the wedge lock.
4) Completely support the workpiece and cutoff with
2x4s or 2″ [50mm]-thick rigid foam insulation laid at on the oor.
5) Connect your saw to power. With one hand on the edge guide
and the other holding the saw, press the edge guide against the edge
of your workpiece and make your cut, moving the edge guide and
saw forward at the same speed throughout the entire cut. Allow
the saw blade to come to a complete stop before lifting the
Rip-Cut™ from the workpiece.
!
WARNING When making narrow cuts, make sure the hand holding
the edge guide does not contact the blade.
M
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