User Manual

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INSTALL RIP FENCE
IN THIS DIRECTION
Fig. O
Pocket Cutting (Fig. P)
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WARNING: Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised
position. Never move the saw backwards when pocket
cutting. This may cause the saw to raise up off the
work surface, which could cause injury.
Fig. P
A pocket cut is one that is made in a floor, wall or other
flatsurface.
1. Adjust the saw shoe so the blade cuts at desired depth.
2. Tilt the saw forward and rest front of the shoe on material
to be cut.
3. Using the lower blade guard retracting lever, retract the
lower blade guard to an upward position. Lower the
rear of the shoe until the blade teeth almost touch the
cuttingline.
4. Release the lower blade guard (its contact with the work
will keep it in position to open freely as you start the cut).
Remove your hand from the lower blade guard retracting
lever and firmly grip the auxiliary handle, as shown in
FigureP. Position your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback if it occurs.
5. Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface
before starting saw.
6. Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until its shoe
rests flat on the material to be cut. Advance saw along the
cutting line until cut is completed.
7. Release the trigger switch and allow the blade to
stop completely before withdrawing the blade from
thematerial.
8. When starting each new cut, repeat the above steps.
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Cleaning
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WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye
protection when performingthis.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.
Accessories
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WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by
DeWALT
, have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories with this tool could be
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
DeWALT
recommended accessories should be used with
thisproduct.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available
at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service
center. If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please
contact
DeWALT
Industrial Tool Co., 701East Joppa Road,
Towson, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258) or
visit our website: www.dewalt.com.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.
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WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment
(including brush inspection and replacement, when
applicable) should be performed by a
DeWALT
factory
service center or a
DeWALT
authorized service center.
Always use identical replacementparts.
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Three Year Limited Warranty
DeWALT
will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty
materials or workmanship for three years from the date of
purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to
normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty
coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.
dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-
DeWALT
(1-800-433-9258). This
warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused
where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.
In addition to the warranty,
DeWALT
tools are covered byour:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
DeWALT
will maintain the tool and replace worn parts
caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year
afterpurchase.