DeWalt XR LI-ION DCS320-XE, Instruction Manual

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TO INSTALL BLADE INTO SAW
1. Pull blade clamp release lever (C) up (Fig. 6)
C
FIG. 6
2. Insert blade shank from the front.
3. Push blade clamp release lever down.
NOTE: The blade can be installed in the DCS320-XE/
DCS380-XE in four positions as shown in Figure 7.
The blade can also be installed upside-down to
assist in flush-to cutting; see Figure 11.
FIG. 7
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW
CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch the the blade immediately after use. Contact
with the blade may result in personal injury.
1. Open up blade clamp release lever.
2. Remove blade.
Cutting with Blade in Horizontal Position (Fig. 8)
Your DCS320-XE/DCS380-XE is equipped with a horizontal blade clamp. Installing
a blade in the horizontal orientation allows cutting close to floors, walls or ceilings
where limited clearance is available. Ensure that the shoe is pressed against the
framing to avoid kickback.
FIG. 8
Adjustable Shoe (Fig. 9)
CAUTION : Cut hazard. To prevent loss of control,
FIG. 9
never use tool without shoe.
Your DCS320-XE/DCS380-XE comes with an
adjustable shoe. The shoe will adjust to limit the
depth of cut. Hold the saw with the underside
facing up. Push the button on the hand grip and
slide the shoe out to one of the three settings and
release the button.
Cutting (Fig. 10–13)
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye
protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
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