DeWalt XR Li-Ion DCS310-XE, Instruction Manual

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Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate blade for the application. The
blade should be longer than 89 mm (3-1/2") and should extend past the shoe and the
thickness of the workpiece during the cut. A 102 mm (4") blade is recommended for
best performance. Do not use jigsaw blades with this tool.
WARNING: Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur if the blade does not extend
past the shoe and the workpiece during the cut (Fig. 8). Increased risk of personal
injury, as well as damage to the shoe and workpiece may result.
FIG. 8
TO INSTALL BLADE INTO SAW (FIG. 9A, 9B, 9C)
1. Pull blade clamp release lever (G) up.
2. Insert the blade shank into the blade clamp (F, Fig. 9C).
3. Close blade clamp release lever.
4. Note that the blade can be installed upside-down to assist in flush-to cutting
(refer to Fig. 9B).
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW (FIG. 9A, 9B, 9C)
CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch the the blade immediately after use. Contact
with the blade may result in personal injury.
1. Pull blade clamp release lever (G) up.
2. Remove blade.
F
E
FIG. 9C
FIG. 9A
G
FIG. 9B
FLUSH-TO CUTTING
Worklight (Fig. 9C)
The worklight (E) is located below the blade clamp (F) behind the shoe. The worklight
will be activated when the trigger switch is squeezed.
NOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface and is not intended to
be used as a flashlight.
Cutting (Fig. 10–13)
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye
protection that conforms to AS/NZS1337.
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. This will prevent the saw from