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How to use a mount cutter for lefties: A step by step guide
In general the Logan mount cutters are designed for right hand use. However, like everything there is a trick to be able to use mount cutters left handed.
There are two types of handheld cutters, I will explain how to use both with your left hand.
Which Hand held cutter do you use?
Push Cutter
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Pull Cutter
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Using a Push Cutter left handed
Step 1: Set up the mount cutter
Set up your mount cutter as explained in the manual. Once it’s set up, lay it out as if you were going to use it right handed.
Step 2: Rotate the mount cutter
Turn the mount cutter 180 degrees so the mount cutter is facing the opposite direction.
Step 3: Measure and mark the cutting lines
To measure and draw your cutting lines simply move the mount guide/border Gauge to the desired size. Then lift the Guide rail and slide your mount (good side facing down) under the rail until it butts up against the Mount guide/border gauge. Then gently close the guide rail down on top of the mount board. Get a sharp pencil and run a line along the edge of the rail guide. Repeat this on all the sides.
Step 4: Prepare to cut
Now you have drawn your lines, leave the mount under the rail guide and make sure your drawn lines are inline with the rail guide. Then take your push cutter and place it on the line furthest from you making sure the line on your cutter and mount board line up.
Step 5: Use the cutter like a pull device
Then the trick here is to use the cutter as a pull device rather than a push. Use your right hand to hold the cutter still and use your left hand to push down the cutter blade. From there, your right hand can let go and return to the rail guide to keep the pressure down. Your left hand will move to a position where you keep the pressure on the cutter blade level and use the rest of your hand to pull the cutter towards you.
Helpful Tip:
If you hold the mount cutter as demonstrated in the image you can see the line through the gap in your hand. Additionally there is no squaring bar to push up against, take your time and make sure you’re applying the correct pressure to keep the mount in place. Remember to use of the production stops to make sure you don’t make a cut past where you intended.
Step 6: Cut the remaining sides
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the remaining cutting lines to finish your window mount.
Using a Pull Cutter left handed
Using a Pull cutter left-handed is very similar to using a push cutter in technique. Please be aware that when using a 550-1 left handed the squaring arm will not be usable.
Step 1: Set up the mount cutter
Set up your mount cutter as explained in the manual. Once it’s set up, lay it out as if you were going to use it as a right handed person would.
Step 2: Rotate the mount cutter
Turn the mount cutter 180 degrees so the mount cutter is facing the opposite direction.
Step 3: Measure and mark your cutting lines
To measure and draw your cutting lines simply move the mount guide/Border Gauge to the desired size. Then lift the Guide rail and slide your mount (good side facing down) under the rail until it butts up against the Mount guide/border gauge. Then gently close the guide rail down on top of the mount board. Get a sharp pencil and run a line along the edge of the rail guide. Repeat this on all the sides.
Step 4: Prepare to cut
Once you have drawn your lines, leave the mount under the Rail guide and make sure your drawn lines are inline with the Rail guide. Place the pull cutter on the line closest to you, making sure the line on your cutter and mount board line up.
Step 5: Use the cutter as a push device
Use your right hand to hold the cutter still and use your left thumb to push down the cutter blade. From there, your right hand can let go and return to the rail guide to keep the pressure down. Your left hand will move to a position where you keep the pressure on the cutter blade level and use the rest of your hand to push the cutter away from you.
As there is no squaring bar to push up against, so you need to be sure you’re applying the correct pressure to keep the mount in place.
Step 6: Cut the remaining sides
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the remaining cutting lines to finish your window mount.
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