New versions of the saw appear to have fixed this issued and have much easier adjustment dials.
I was never able to adjust the laser guide of my Kobalt 10" Sliding Compound Miter Saw. The instructions in the manual helped me move the laser, but I could never adjust it to the left / correct side of the blade. I couldn't even adjust it to the edge of the cut on the default right hand / incorrect side of the blade. It would just disappear right before it reached the point I needed it to reach.
For usefulness and safety, I want that laser marker on the left side of the saw blade. If I'm using that guide on the right side, I have to stand more to the right. That brings a safety issue. When I am using my left hand to hold and press work against the fence, as the saw comes down, I can lose sight of my left hand. Not seeing your hands near spinning blades is... a safety violation.
If I am standing in a comfortable operating position, I can also lose sight of the right side laser and the work piece as the saw comes down and cuts. I like to see the good side of the work piece through the whole cut. I don't like to adjust my operating position to maintain that view. It becomes a little awkward and can compromise accuracy and amplify that safety issue I mentioned a little while ago.
Here is what I did to finally adjust it to where I wanted it after I figured out the secret adjustment my manual didn't tell me about. I believe my saw is an older version by at least one generation so this may not work on a newer version. As always, what I do in the video is for entertainment purposes only. Working with or around any tools can be dangerous. Any adjustments made, especially on delicate parts like lasers, may damage the parts and void warranties. Any adjustments, modifications, work done to or with any tool is done at your own risk.
One extra thought. This adjustment may not work for everyone. I have found an interesting product. I haven't tried it yet, but I just ordered one. It is a battery powered guide that replaces the outer flange washer on the saw. It contains the laser which activates when the saw blade begins to spin. I'm getting one for my saw to see if it is any better or will work for anyone who saw won't make the adjustment I show in this video. I will have a review soon. And with any luck, it will fit on my $5.00 circular saw as well.
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4 окт 2024