DeWalt DCS573 - Tool Operation and Features; Cutting Aids and Indicators; Workpiece Support and Cutting

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Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
25
,
with the other hand on the auxiliary handle
12
.
LED Worklight(Fig.A)
The LED worklight
15
is activated when the trigger switch is
depressed.When the trigger is released, the worklight will stay
illuminated for up to 20seconds.
NOTE: The worklight is for lighting the immediate work surface
and is not intended to be used as aflashlight.
Switching On and Off(Fig.C)
For safety reasons the trigger switch
2
of your tool is equipped
with a lock‑off button
1
.
Press the lock‑off button to unlock thetool.
To run the tool, press the trigger switch
2
.As soon as the
trigger switch is released, the lock‑off switch is automatically
activated to prevent unintended starting of themachine.
NOTICE: Do not switch the tool ON or OFF when the saw
blade touches the workpiece or othermaterials.
Workpiece Support(Fig.J–M)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, support the work properly and hold the saw
firmly to prevent loss ofcontrol.
Figures J and K show proper sawing position.Figures L and M
show an unsafe condition.Hands should be kept away from
cuttingarea.
To avoid kickback, ALWAYS support board or panel NEAR the
cut,(Fig.J and K).DON’T support board or panel away from the
cut(Fig.L and M).
ALWAYS DISCONNECT BATTERY PACK BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUST MENTS! Place the work with its “good” side—the one
on which appearance is most important—down.The saw cuts
upward, so any splintering will be on the work face that is up
when you sawit.
Cutting(Fig.J, K, M)

WARNING: Never attempt to use this tool by resting it
upside down on a work surface and bringing the material
to the tool.Always securely clamp the workpiece and bring
the tool to the workpiece, securely holding the tool with
two hands as shown in FigureJ.

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.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.
Cut Length Indicator(Fig.A)
The markings on the side of the shoe
5
show the length of the
slot being cut into the material at the full depth of the cut.The
markings are in increments of 5mm.
Kerf Indicator(Fig.I)
The front of the saw shoe has a kerf indicator
9
for vertical
and bevel cutting.This indicator enables you to guide the saw
along cutting lines penciled on the material being cut.The kerf
indicator lines up with the left(outer) side of the saw blade,
which makes the slot or “kerf” cut by the moving blade fall to the
right of the indicator.Guide along the penciled cutting line so
that the kerf falls into the waste or surplus material.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel
Fence(Fig.N)
The parallel fence
22
is used for cutting parallel to the edge of
theworkpiece.
Mounting
1. Slacken the parallel fence adjustment knob
23
to allow the
parallel fence topass.
2. Insert the parallel fence
22
in the shoe asshown.
3. Tighten the parallel fence adjustment knob
23
.
Adjusting
1. Slacken the fence adjustment knob
23
and set the parallel
fence
22
to the desired width.The adjustment can be read
on the parallel fencescale.
2. Tighten the fence adjustment knob
23
Mounting the Dust Extraction Port(Fig.A,P)
Your circular saw is supplied with a dust extractionport.
To Install the Dust Extraction Port
1. Fully loosen depth adjustment lever
4
.
2. Place the shoe
5
in the lowestposition.
3. Align the left half of the dust extraction port
24
over upper
blade guard
36
as shown.Be sure to insert the tab into the
casting notch on the tool.When installed correctly, it will
snap fully over the original depth of cutpointer.
4. Align the right‑hand piece
37
with theleft.
5. Insert screws and tightensecurely.
Prior to Operation
• Make sure the guards have been mounted correctly.The saw
blade guard must be in closedposition.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction of the arrow
on theblade.
• Do not use excessively worn sawblades.
Operation
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.