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FIG. 1

A

J

B

C

K

I

D

E

F

H

G

INTENDED USE

Your jigsaw DW331-XE has been designed for professional cutting of wood, steel, 

aluminium, plastic and ceramic material.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS 

 WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and 

disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/

installing attachments or accessories. 

An accidental start-up can cause injury.

Fitting and Removing a Saw Blade (Fig. 2 )

The tool-free blade exchange system ensures quick and easy changing of saw blades.
  1.  Open the blade holder (G) by fully retracting the blade latch (E).
  2.  Insert the saw blade into the blade holder (G) guiding the back of the blade into 

the groove of the guide roller (H).

  3.  Release the blade latch (E).

  4.  To remove the saw blade, fully retract the blade latch and pull the blade out of the 

holder.

H
G
E

FIG. 2

SAW BLADES

BLADE TYPE

APPLICATIONS

Fine-toothed cutting blade

for smooth straight cuts

Coarse-toothed cutting blade

for fast straight cuts

Metal cutting blade

for ferrous and nonferrous metals

Flush cutting blade*

for finishing off cuts up to a wall or edge

      * Not available in all countries
A wide variety of dedicated saw blades is available as an option.

NOTE:

 Always select your saw blade with great care.

Summary of Contents for DW331-XE

Page 1: ...DW331 XE JIGSAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...lue ah ah CM m s 5 0 Uncertainty K m s 1 5 Vibration emission value ah ah CW m s 6 0 Uncertainty K m s 2 0 The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure WARNING The declared vibration emission level repres...

Page 4: ...e for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock f If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a residual current device RCD protected supply Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock 3 PERSONAL SAFETY a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alco...

Page 5: ...er supply Your DEWALT tool is double insulated therefore no earth wire is required Young children and the infirm This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given superv...

Page 6: ...ARNING We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less WARNING ALWAYS wear approved protective safety equipment complying with the following standards Eye protection AS NZS1337 Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications Hearing protection AS NZS1270 Acoustics Hearing Protection Respiratory protection AS NZS1716 Respiratory Protective Devices WARNING...

Page 7: ...aw blades 1 Open the blade holder G by fully retracting the blade latch E 2 Insert the saw blade into the blade holder G guiding the back of the blade into the groove of the guide roller H 3 Release the blade latch E 4 To remove the saw blade fully retract the blade latch and pull the blade out of the holder H G E FIG 2 SAW BLADES BLADE TYPE APPLICATIONS Fine toothed cutting blade for smooth strai...

Page 8: ...rrous 0 Thin workpieces Sheet metal Fine cuts Setting the Sawdust Blower Fig 1 The sawdust blower conducts an adjustable stream of air to the saw blade to keep the workpiece clear of sawdust during operation Set the sawdust blower using the lever D Low For working with metals when using coolants and lubricants and for use with dust extraction Intermediate For working with wood and similar material...

Page 9: ... guard F until it clicks in place R F Q FIG 6 2 Fit the dust extraction adaptor Q to the tool as shown 3 Connect the hose of a suitable dust extraction system to the adaptor WARNING When appropriate connect a dust extraction system designed in compliance with the applicable directives regarding dust emission WARNING Do not use a dust extraction system without proper spark protection when sawing me...

Page 10: ...t on the workpiece and lead the cord away in line with the tool When sawing curves circles or other round shapes push the tool gently forward Wait until the tool has come to a standstill before removing the saw blade from the workpiece After sawing the blade may be very hot Do not touch OPERATION WARNING To reduce the risk of serious personal injury turn tool off and disconnect tool from power sou...

Page 11: ...east once a week To minimize the risk of eye injury always wear AS NZS51337 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 ...

Page 12: ...walt co nz FEB12 Part No N169862 DW331 XE Copyright 2009 2012 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools the yellow and black color scheme the D shaped air intake grill the array of pyramids on the handgrip the kit box configuration and the array of lozenge shaped humps on the surface of the tool ...

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