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EngLIsh
Pocket/Plunge Cutting – Wood Only (Fig. H)
The initial step in pocket cutting is to measure the surface area
to be cut and mark clearly with a pencil, chalk or scriber. Use
the appropriate blade for the application. The blade should
be longer than 90 mm and should extend past the shoe and
the thickness of the workpiece during the cut. Insert blade in
blade clamp.
Next, tip the saw backward until the back edge of the shoe
is resting on the work surface and the blade clears the work
surface (position 1, Fig. H). Now switch motor on, and allow
saw to come up to speed. Grip saw firmly with both hands and
begin a slow, deliberate upward swing with the handle of the
saw, keeping the bottom of the shoe firmly in contact with
the workpiece (position 2, Fig. H). Blade will begin to feed into
material. Always be sure blade is completely through material
before continuing with pocket cut.
nOTE:
In areas where blade visibility is limited, use the edge
of the saw shoe as a guide. Lines for any given cut should be
extended beyond edge of cut to be made.
Cutting (Fig. H, I)
WARNING: Always use eye protection.
All users and
bystanders must wear approved eye protection.
WARNING:
Exercise extra caution when cutting towards
operator. Always hold saw firmly with both hands
while cutting.
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly anchored
or clamped to prevent slipping. Place blade lightly against
work to be cut, switch on saw motor and allow it to obtain
maximum speed before applying pressure. Whenever possible,
the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being
cut (Fig. I). This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating
and minimise blade breakage. Any cuts that put pressure on the
blade such as angle or scroll cuts increase potential for vibration,
kickback, and blade breakage.
WARNING:
Use extra caution when cutting overhead and
pay particular attention to overhead wires that may be
hidden from view. Anticipate the path of falling branches
and debris ahead of time.
WARNING:
Inspect work site for hidden gas pipes, water
pipes, or electrical wires before making blind or plunge
cuts. Failure to do so may result in explosion, property
damage, electric shock, and/or serious personal injury.
Optional Accessories
WARNING:
Since accessories, other than those offered
by
D
e
WALT
, have not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only
D
e
WALT
recommended
accessories should be used with this product.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
D
Cleaning
WARNING:
Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing
with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around
the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved
dust mask when performing this procedure.
WARNING:
Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals
for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the 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.
C
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
MAINTENANCE
Your power tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and
regular cleaning.
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.
The charger and battery pack are not serviceable.
Metal Cutting (Fig. I)
Your saw has different metal cutting capacities depending upon
type of blade used and the metal to be cut. Use a finer blade for
ferrous metals and a coarse blade for non-ferrous materials. In
thin gauge sheet metals it is best to clamp wood to both sides
of sheet. This will ensure a clean cut without excess vibration or
tearing of metal. Always remember not to force cutting blade as
this reduces blade life and causes costly blade breakage.
nOTE:
It is generally recommended that when cutting metals
you should spread a thin film of oil or other lubricant along
the line ahead of the saw cut for easier operation and longer
blade life.
switch is released. If the trigger switch remains depressed, the
worklight will remain on.
nOTE:
The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
Battery Indicator
As the battery nears a fully discharged state, the flashlight
will blink twice and then the brightness of the light will drop
below the normal level. This cycle will repeat until the battery is
fully discharged.
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