Understand the Tool and Prepare Workpiece

What happens here

Begin by understanding the primary function of the 'Plywood Gator' tool. It is designed to transform a two-person job of cutting large sheet materials into a safe, efficient one-person operation. The tool works by supporting the cut-off piece of material, thereby preventing binding of the saw blade, eliminating dangerous kickbacks, and avoiding damage to the material. Ensure your plywood or other sheet material (such as drywall, Hardiebacker, or Durrock) is securely placed on a stable workbench or sawhorses, with the area to be cut extending slightly past the edge to allow clearance for the saw blade.

Goal: Set up the workpiece and understand the Plywood Gator's benefits.