DeWalt D26500 - Dust Extraction (Fig. G - I); Assembling Dustbag (Fig. I); Instructions for Use; Switching On and Off (Fig. A)

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2. To remove the ejector, raise the lever
19
and pull out
theejector.
NOTE: The ejector must be used in combination with the dust
extraction adapter when connecting a vacuumextractor
For left-hand side shavings discharge (Fig.F), the ejector
must always beused.
1. Raise the lever
19
to open the spring-loaded closure
20
.
2. Push the ejector
18
into the left-hand side shavings
discharge outlet
3
until it clicks inplace.
3. Release thelever.
4. To remove the ejector, raise the lever and pull out
theejector.
Dust Extraction (Fig. G–I)

WARNING: When appropriate, connect a dust extraction
system designed in compliance with the applicable
directives regarding dustemission.
The tool is supplied with an adapter for connecting a dustbag or
a vacuum extractor. The dustbag is standard for K-models and
available as an option for all othermodels.
1. Fit the shavings ejector
18
into the outlet
3
asshown.
2. Attach the dustbag
21
to the shavingsejector.
3. Alternatively, connect the tool to a vacuum extractor using
the adapter
22
.
Assembling the Dustbag (Fig.I)
1. Assemble the dustbag by aligning the open ended slots
26
with the notches
25
and fitting the
23
deflector onto the
bag
24
.
2. Turn the assembly clockwise to lock it inposition.
3. Release the loops
52
to unfold thebag.
4. Fit the dustbag as describedabove.
Prior to Operation
• Adjust the depth ofcut.
• If necessary, fit and adjust the parallelfence.
• If necessary, fit and adjust the rebating depth stop.
• Attach the shavingsejector.
• If necessary, connect the dust extraction.
• Use sharp cutting bladesonly.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.

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. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. J)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the front handle
4
,
with the other hand on the main handle
20
.
Switching On and Off (Fig. A)

WARNING: Do not switch the tool on or off when the
cutters touch the workpiece or othermaterials.
For safety reasons the on/off switch
1
of your tool is equipped
with a lock-off button
2
.
1. Press the lock-off button to unlock thetool.
2. To run the tool, press the on/off switch
1
. As soon as the
on/off switch is released the lock-off switch is automatically
activated to prevent unintended starting of themachine.
Planing (Fig. A)
1. Switch the toolon.
2. Slowly move the tool over theworkpiece.

WARNING:
• The feed speed should not be too high, especially
when using the maximum depth of cut and
planingwidth.
• Remember that several shallow cuts are better than
one deepcut.
• Always switch off the tool when work is finished and
beforeunplugging.
The tool is equipped with a parking shoe
6
. After switching
off, the tool can be put down without waiting for the cutters to
come to astandstill.
Rebating
1. Fit and adjust the parallelfence.
2. Fit and adjust the rebating depthstop.
3. Proceed as forplaning.
Chamfering Edges
The V-grooves in the nose piece of the shoe enable you to
chamferedges.
Emptying the Dustbag (Fig. G–I)
The amount of shavings collected in the dustbag can be
determined from the transparentdeflector.
1. Remove the dustbag
21
.
2. Remove the deflector
23
from the bag
24
by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Empty the contents of the bag into a wastecontainer.
4. Re-assemble the dustbag by aligning the open ended
slots
26
with the notches
25
and fitting the deflector onto
thebag.
5. Turn the assembly clockwise to lock it inposition.
6. Re-fitdustbag.