User Manual

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or, if the auxiliary handle is attached, one hand on the main
handle
21
and one hand on the auxiliary handle
12
.
Switching On and Off(Fig.A)
For safety reasons the trigger switch
2
of your tool is equipped
with a lock‑off button
1
.
Press the lock‑off button to unlock thetool.
To run the tool, press the trigger switch
2
.As soon as the
trigger switch is released the lock‑off switch is automatically
activated to prevent unintended starting of themachine.
NOTICE: Do not switch the tool ON or OFF when the saw
blade touches the workpiece or othermaterials.
Guiding the Tool(Fig.A, I)
• For optimum results, clamp the workpiece bottomup.
• Use the kerf indicator
9
to follow the line drawn on the
workpiece.The kerf indicator lines up with the left side of
the saw blade when set to 45° bevel.The kerf indicator lines
up with the right side of the saw blade when set to 0°bevel.
• To adjust the kerf indicator
9
, loosen the kerf indicator
screw
28
with the hex key
14
and move the indicator left
or right as needed.Tighten screw when finished adjusting
theindicator.
Dust Extraction(Fig.I–K)

WARNING: Risk of dust inhalation.To reduce the risk of
personal injury, ALWAYS wear an approved dustmask.

WARNING: ALWAYS use a dust class M vacuum extractor
designed in compliance with the applicable directives
regarding dust emission when cutting hazardousdust.
The dust extraction port
24
allows you to connect the tool
to an external dust extractor, either using the AirLock system,
or a standard 35mm dust extractorfitment.The AirLock
connector
22
connects directly to D
e
WALT compatable tools
andextractors.
Attach the dust extraction port
24
to the saw by sliding it onto
the dust extraction mounting port
31
using a twisting motion
until secure.The dust collection port is adjustable through
180degrees.
1. Ensure the collar on the AirLock connector is in the unlock
position.(Refer to FigureJ.) Align notches
23
on collar and
AirLock connector as shown for unlock and lockpositions.
2. Push the AirLock connector onto the dust
extractionport
24
.
3. Rotate the collar to the lockedposition.
NOTE: The ball bearings inside collar lock into slot and
secure the connection.The power tool is now securely
connected to the dustextractor.

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing
protection.Under some conditions and duration of use,
noise from this product may contribute to hearingloss.
Instructions for Use

WARNING:
• Ensure the material to be sawn is secured inplace.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool and do not
exert side pressure on the saw blade.If possible, work
with the saw shoe pressed against the workpiece.This
prevents damage to the blade and stops the tool from
jerking andvibrating.
• Avoidoverloading.
• Let the blade run freely for a few seconds before
starting thecut.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can causeinjury.
Blades

WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
use eye protection.Carbide is a hard but brittle
material.Foreign objects in the workpiece such as wire or
nails can cause tips to crack or break.Only operate saw
when proper saw blade guard is in place.Mount blade
securely in proper rotation before using, and always use a
clean, sharpblade.

WARNING: Do not cut ferrous metals(steel), masonry,
glass, masonry-type planking, cement board or tile with
thissaw.
Do not use abrasive wheels or blades.A dull blade will cause
slow inefficient cutting, overload on the saw motor, excessive
splintering, and could increase the possibility ofkickback.
If you need assistance regarding blades, please contact your
local service center listed on the back of themanual.
Blade Diameter Teeth Application
DWA412TCT 115 mm 24 Wood cutting
DWA412PCD 115 mm 4 Fibre cement cutting
Prior to Operation
• Make sure your battery pack is(fully)charged.
• Make sure the guards have been mounted correctly.The
saw blade guard must be in closedposition.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction of the
arrow on theblade.
• Do not use excessively worn sawblades.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. H)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.