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INGCO S-MS-GR-BMS18001, Miter Saw-Gear(S-MS-GR-BMS18001)

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A bevel gear system is a crucial component of a miter saw that allows you to make precise beveled cuts. Here’s a detailed explanation of how it works:

Function:

The bevel gear system enables you to tilt the saw blade up or down on a vertical plane, deviating from a 90-degree angle to the base. This allows you to create angled cuts vital for various woodworking projects, such as:

• Crown molding: Beveled cuts are essential for creating the angled profile of crown molding.
• Picture frames: Angled cuts on the miter saw (combined with miter cuts) help create the frame’s corners.
• Angled trim work: Beveled cuts allow you to create angled edges on trim pieces that need to fit against non-perpendicular surfaces.

Components:

The bevel gear system typically consists of several key parts:

• Bevel Lock Knob or Lever: This mechanism allows you to loosen or tighten the tilt mechanism of the saw head. When loosened, you can adjust the blade angle, and when tightened, it secures the blade at the desired angle.
• Bevel Scale: This is a graduated scale, often marked in degrees, that displays the current tilt angle of the saw blade.
• Bevel Gears: These are enclosed gears that transfer power from the motor to a mechanism that tilts the saw head. You won’t directly see these gears, but they are the workhorses behind the tilting action.

Operation:

Here’s a breakdown of how to use the bevel gear system on a miter saw:

1. Unlocking the Bevel: Locate the bevel lock knob or lever and loosen it. This allows the saw head to tilt freely.
2. Setting the Bevel Angle: Refer to the bevel scale and carefully adjust the saw head until the desired angle is aligned with the indicator mark on the scale. Common bevel angles include 45 degrees and 22.5 degrees, but the scale will typically offer a wider range of angles.
3. Locking the Bevel: Once you’ve set the desired angle, tighten the bevel lock knob or lever firmly to secure the saw head at that angle.