Hi,
I'm in need of some guidance on using dado blades, from a safety perspective. I have a Bosch contractor saw 4000-09 and according to the specifications a max capacity of dado is 13/16".
I just got a Freud SD508 dado set and when I put on blades to make a 3/4" dado there is no room for both the washer and nut. The arbor assembly is:
washer
blade
washer
nut
In the 3/4" 'test' I left the inner most washer on and then put the blades on and then nut. Haven't turned 'on' yet ;-)
I'm guessing that to get up to the 13/16" capacity one would have to remove both washer, but I'm uncertain if there would be a safety issue by not having the washers on.
When I get the washer thing confirmed I want to cut the 3/4" dado in the middle of a BB ply. Not sure if I should keep the fence in place nor not ?
Appreciate guidance from the more experienced wood workers.
Michael
(Newbie to dado's)