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Cutting Plastic Pipe or Other Round Material
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with your saw. It should be cut just like wood and
ClAMPED OR
hElD FiRMlY TO ThE FEnCE TO KEEP iT FROM ROlling
. This is extremely important when
making angle cuts.
Cutting Large Material (Fig. L)
Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the lower guard.
To clear the guard over the wood, with the motor off and your right hand on the operating
handle, place your right thumb outside of the upper portion of the guard and roll the guard
up just enough to clear the wood, as shown in Figure L. Release the guard prior to starting the
motor. The guard mechanism will function properly during the cut. Only do this when necessary.
NEVER TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN OPERATING THIS SAW.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect
it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, DO NOT touch the sharp
points on the blade with fingers or hands while performing any maintenance.
DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic
guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certain chemicals.
1. All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no further maintenance.
2. Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the
rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust
will accumulate.
3. The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. To replace the brushes refer to
Brushes
or return the tool to the nearest service center for repair. A list of service center
locations is packed with your tool.
Brushes (Fig. Z)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off the tool and
disconnect it from the power source before attempting to move it, change
accessories or make any adjustments.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging the tool, removing the motor end cap
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by
removing the two screws that secure it, and removing the brush cap that holds the spring-loaded
brush assembly. Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides. Always replace a used
brush in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to its removal. If the brush is worn
down to approximately 1/2" (12.7 mm), the spring will no longer exert pressure and they must
be replaced. Use only identical
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brushes. Use of the correct grade of brush is essential
for proper operation of electric brake. New brush assemblies are available at
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service
centers. The tool should be allowed to “run in” (run at no load) for 10 minutes before use to seat
new brushes. The electric brake may be erratic in operation until the brushes are properly seated
(worn in). Always replace the brush inspection cap after inspection or servicing the brushes.
While “running in” DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHER WISE LOCK THE TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY
HAND ONLY.
Fig. Z
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Cleaning
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 procedure.
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
WARNING:
Since accessories, other than those offered by
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, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the
risk of injury, only
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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
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Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-
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(1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.com.
Optional Accessories
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. Use care in selecting and
using accessories.
Clamp: DW7090
Used for firmly clamping workpiece to the saw fence for precision cutting.
Dust Bag: DW7053
included with some models
Equipped with a zipper for easy emptying, the dust bag will capture the majority of the sawdust
produced (not shown).
Crown Molding Fence: DW7084
Used for precision cutting of crown molding.
Miter saw stands: DWX723, DWX724, DWX725B, DWX726
Provides stable and accurate work platform for miter saws.
saw Blades
ALWAYS USE 10" (254 mm) SAW BLADES WITH 5/8" (16 mm) ARBOR HOLES. SPEED RATING
MUST BE AT LEAST 5500 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter blade. It will not be guarded properly.
Use crosscut blades only! Do not use blades designed for ripping, combination blades or blades
with hook angles in excess of 7 degrees.
BLADE DESCRIPTIONS
APPLICATION
DIAMETER
TEETH
Construction Saw Blades
(thin kerf with anti-stick rim)
General Purpose
10" (254 mm)
40
Fine Crosscuts
10" (254 mm)
60
Woodworking Saw Blades
(provide smooth, clean cuts)
Fine crosscuts
10" (254 mm)
80
Non-ferrous metals
10" (254 mm)
80
NOTE:
For cutting non-ferrous metals, use only saw blades with TCG teeth designed for this purpose.
Repairs
WARNING:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement, when applicable) should be
performed by a
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factory service center or a
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authorized service center. Always
use identical replacement parts.
Register Online
Thank you for your purchase. Register your product now for:
•
WARRAnTY sERViCE:
Registering your product will help you obtain more efficient warranty
service in case there is a problem with your product.
•
COnFiRMATiOn OF OWnERshiP:
In case of an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft,
your registration of ownership will serve as your proof of purchase.
•
FOR YOUR sAFETY:
Registering your product will allow us to contact you in the unlikely
event a safety notification is required under the Federal Consumer Safety Act.
Register online at
www.dewalt.com/register
.
Three Year Limited Warranty
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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-
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(1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply
to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these
limitations may not apply to you. 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,
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tools are covered by our:
1 YEAR FREE sERViCE
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will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time
during the first year after purchase.
90 DAY MOnEY BACK gUARAnTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your
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Power Tool, Laser, or
Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for
a full refund – no questions asked.
lATin AMERiCA:
This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products
sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call
the local company or see website for warranty information.
FREE WARning lABEl REPlACEMEnT:
If your warning labels become illegible or are missing,
call 1-800-4-
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(1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.
