DeWalt DCM575 User Manual

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• When the chain is new, check the tension frequently (after
removing battery) during the first 2 hours of use as a new
chain stretchesslightly.
Replacing the Saw Chain (Fig. A, K)

CAUTION: Sharp chain. Always wear protective gloves
when handling the chain. The chain is sharp and can cut
you when it is notrunning.

WARNING: Sharp moving chain. To prevent accidental
operation, ensure that battery is removed from the tool
before performing the following operations. Failure to do
this could result in serious personalinjury.
• Flip up locking tab and rotate the bar adjust locking knob
8
counterclockwise to release chaintension.
• Remove sprocket cover
6
as described in Installing the
Guide Bar and Saw Chainsection.
• Lift the worn saw chain
5
out of the groove in the guide
bar
4
.
• Place the new chain in the slot of the guide bar, making sure
the saw teeth are facing the correct direction by matching
the arrow on the chain with the graphic on the sprocket
cover
6
shown in FigureK.
• Follow instructions for Installing the Guide Bar and
SawChain .
Replacement chain and bar are available from your nearest
DeWALT servicecenter.
• DCM575 requires replacement chain # DWRC1600, service
part number 90618541. Replacement 40cm bar, service part
number90641855.
Saw Chain and Guide Bar Oiling (Fig. L)
Auto Oiling System
This chain saw is equipped with an auto oiling system that
keeps the saw chain and guide bar constantly lubricated. The
oil level indicator
10
shows the level of the oil in the chain
saw. If the oil level is less than a quarter full, remove the battery
from the chain saw and refill with the correct type of oil. Always
empty oil tank when finishedcutting.
NOTE: Use a high quality bar and chain oil for proper chain
and bar lubrication. As a temporary substitute, a non-detergent
SAE30 weight motor oil can be used. The use of a vegetable
based bar and chain oil is recommended when pruning trees.
Mineral oil is not recommended because it may harm trees.
Never use waste oil or very thick oil. These may damage your
chainsaw.
Filling the Oil Reservoir
• Flip down locking lever and unscrew counterclockwise
a quarter turn and then remove the oil cap
16
. Fill the
reservoir with the recommended bar and chain oil until the
oil level has reached the top of the oil level indicator
10
.
• Refit the oil cap and tighten clockwise a quarter turn. Flip up
locking lever to its lockedposition.
• Periodically switch the chain saw off and check the oil
level indicator to ensure the bar and chain are being
properlyoiled.
Transporting Saw (Fig. A, M)
• Always remove the battery from the tool and cover the
guide bar
4
with the scabbard
11
(FigureM) when
transporting thesaw.
• Engage chain brake by pushing chain brake / front hand
guard
3
forward.
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 battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can causeinjury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. A, 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 the left hand on the front handle
13
, with the right hand on the rear handle
12
.
Operating the Chain Saw (Fig. A, N–O)

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personalinjury.
• Guard Against Kickback which can result in severe
injury or death. See Important Safety Instructions
Guard Against Kickback, to avoid the risk
ofkickback.
• Do not overreach. Do not cut above chest height.
Make sure your footing is firm. Keep feet apart. Divide
your weight evenly on bothfeet.
• Use a firm grip with your left hand on the front handle
13
and your right hand on the rear handle
12
so
that your body is to the left of the guidebar.
• Do not hold chain saw by front hand guard/ chain
brake
3
. Keep elbow of left arm locked so that left
arm is straight to withstand akickback.

WARNING: Never use a cross-handed grip (left hand on
the rear handle and right hand on the front handle).

WARNING: Never allow any part of your body to be in line
with the guide bar
4
when operating the chainsaw.
• Never operate while in a tree, in any awkward position
or on a ladder or other unstable surface. You may lose
control of saw causing severeinjury.
• Keep the chain saw running at full speed the entire
time you arecutting.
• Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only light pressure.
Do not put pressure on chain saw at end ofcut.

DeWalt DCM575 Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	DCM575
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English