- 1). Choose the correct blade for the saw and material. Read the package to ensure the blade is usable for dry cutting. Many blades are made specifically for wet or dry cutting, whereas some are for wet cutting only.
- 2). Insert the blade into the saw and lock it in place tightly.
- 3). Using a professional crayon, measure and mark the cutting surface. Use a metal straight edge to draw long, straight lines.
- 4). Place the material on a sturdy workbench or between two sawhorses. Clamp smaller unstable pieces to the work surface.
- 5). Turn the saw on and allow it to gain full speed, usually within 10 to 20 seconds.
- 6). Bring the saw up to the cutting surface and allow it to grind its way through the material. Do not force the saw through the material, as this will cause blade damage, equipment failure, or saw kickback.
- 7). Allow the saw blade to cool every 3 to 5 minutes by lifting it from the material and letting it spin freely just above the cutting surface for 30 to 45 seconds.
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