DeWalt DCS373P2 Manual Download Page 10

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  4. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
  

a. 

 

Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other 
appliance;

  

b. 

 

Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which 
turns power off when you turn out the lights; 

  

c. 

 

Move the charger and battery pack to a location where the 
surrounding air temperature is approximately 65  °F 

– 

75  °F 

(18 ° – 24 °C); 

  

d. 

 

If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and 
charger to your local service center.

  5. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce 

sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO 
NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the 
charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack 
whenever you desire with no adverse effect on the battery pack.

  6. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited 

to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any 
buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger 
cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when 
there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before 
attempting to clean.

  7. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any other liquid.

WARNING: 

Shock hazard. Don’t allow any liquid to get inside the 

charger. Electric shock may result. 

WARNING:

 Burn hazard. Do not submerge the battery pack in 

any liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt 
to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the 
battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service center for recycling.

Storage Recommendations

  1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from direct 

sunlight and excess heat or cold.

 2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged 

battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger for optimal 
results.

NOTE:

 Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of 

charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

FOR FUTURE USE 

COMPONENTS (Fig. 2)

 WARNING: 

Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage 

or personal injury could result.

  A. Trigger switch 

H.  Lower guard retracting lever

  B. Trigger switch lock-off button 

I.  Battery pack

  C. Depth adjustment lever 

J.  Sight window

  D. Blade lock button 

K.  Shoe

  E. Kerf indicator 

L.  Blade wrench

  F. Blade clamping screw 

M.  Battery release buttons

 G. Lower guard

INTENDED USE

This metal-cutting circular saw is intended for use by professionals for 
cutting light gauge metals and small metal structural shapes.

DO NOT

 use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids 

or gases.
This metal-cutting circular saw is a professional power tool. 

DO NOT

 

let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required 
when inexperienced operators use this tool.

WARNING:

 Do not plunge cut or pocket cut with this saw.

Summary of Contents for DCS373P2

Page 1: ...door use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock Definitions Safety Guidelines The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word Please read the manual and pay attention t...

Page 2: ...your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing a...

Page 3: ...tion where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the power tool live and shock the operator f When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding g Always use blades with correct size and shape diamond versus round of arbor holes Blades that do not ma...

Page 4: ...of control but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken b When blade is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur Investigat...

Page 5: ...particles Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water Allowing dust to get into your mouth eyes or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals WARNING Use of this tool can generate and or disperse dust which may cause serious and permanent respirat...

Page 6: ...a sharp blow been dropped run over or damaged in any way e g pierced with a nail hit with a hammer stepped on Damaged battery packs should be returned to the service center for recycling WARNING Fire hazard Do not store or carry the battery pack so that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals For example do not place the battery pack in aprons pockets tool boxes product kit boxes drawe...

Page 7: ...t resulting in personal injury and property damage NOTICE Under certain conditions with the charger plugged into the power supply the charger can be shorted by foreign material Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as but not limited to grinding dust metal chips steel wool aluminum foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from the charger cavities Always unplug the cha...

Page 8: ...emble the charger take it to an authorized service center when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock electrocution or fire Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting any cleaning This will reduce the risk of electric shock Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk NEVER attempt to connect two chargers together The charger ...

Page 9: ...e cooling of the battery pack after use avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal shed or an uninsulated trailer 3 A cold battery pack will charge at about half the rate of a warm battery pack The battery pack will charge at that slower rate throughout the entire charging cycle and will not return to maximum charge rate even if the battery pack warms Indica...

Page 10: ...not submerge the battery pack in any liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks return to a service center for recycling Storage Recommendations 1 The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold 2 For long storage it is rec...

Page 11: ...e a cutting line on the material to be cut Saw Shoe Fig 2 The front of the saw shoe K has a kerf indicator E that allows the operator to glide the saw along cutting lines Aligning the cutting line with the notch on the front of the shoe and centering it using the modified V shaped kerf indicator allows the operator to keep the blade in line with the cutting line If the cutting line is visible thro...

Page 12: ...actuate the fuel gauge press and hold the fuel gauge button P A combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate designating the level of charge left When the level of charge in the battery is below the usable limit the fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged NOTE The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the battery pack It does not indic...

Page 13: ...st point in the same direction as the direction of rotation arrow on the saw Do not assume that the printing on the blade will always be facing you when properly installed When retracting the lower blade guard to install the blade check the condition and operation of the lower blade guard to assure that it is working properly Make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part...

Page 14: ...ndle Always assure that the maximum recommended speed rpm on the saw blade meets or exceeds the speed rpm of the saw 5 Follow steps 2 through 6 under To Install the Blade making sure that the blade will rotate in the proper direction LOWER BLADE GUARD WARNING The lower blade guard is a safety feature which reduces the risk of serious personal injury Never use the saw if the lower guard is missing ...

Page 15: ...ly reduces operator control The saw can lift partially out of the cut increasing the chance of blade twist 2 IMPROPER DEPTH OF CUT SETTING ON SAW To make the most efficient cut the blade should protrude only far enough to expose a tooth as shown in Figure 8 This allows the shoe to support the blade and minimizes twisting and pinching in the material See the section titled Cutting Depth Adjustment ...

Page 16: ...f kickback FIG 7 C FIG 8 TO SET THE DEPTH OF CUT 1 Lay the piece of material you plan to cut along the blade as shown 2 Note how much tooth projects beyond the material 3 Loosen the depth adjustment lever C and move the shoe to change the depth of cut 4 Retighten the depth adjustment lever securely Workpiece Support Fig 9 CUTTING SHEETS OF METAL Figure 9 shows the correct and incorrect way to supp...

Page 17: ...cut following the desired cutting line WARNING Do not stack materials for cutting Do not cut through bolts with the saw Do not touch the blade workpiece or metal chips with your bare hand immediately after cutting they are extremely hot and may burn your skin Maximizing Blade Life To extend blade life follow these practices Do not force the blade through the metal The saw must cut at its own pace ...

Page 18: ...k of injury only DEWALT recommended accessories should be used with this product Use only 5 1 2 140 mm DEWALT metal cutting blades with a 20 mm arbor 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 Baltimore MD ...

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