DeWalt DCS575 Instructions

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4. USE OF DULL OR DIRTY BLADES
Dull blades cause increased loading of the saw. To
compensate, an operator will usually push harder which
further loads the unit and promotes twisting of the blade
in the kerf. Worn blades may also have insufficient body
clearance which increases the chance of binding and
increasedloading.
5. RESTARTING A CUT WITH THE BLADE TEETH JAMMED
AGAINST THE MATERIAL
The saw should be brought up to full operating speed
before starting a cut or restarting a cut after the unit has
been stopped with the blade in the kerf. Failure to do so can
cause stalling andkickback.
Any other conditions which could result in pinching, binding,
twisting, or misalignment of the blade could cause kickback.
Refer to the sections Further Safety Instructions for All Saws
and Blades for procedures and techniques that will minimise
the occurrence ofkickback.
Depth of Cut Adjustment (Fig.F–H)
1. Raise the depth adjustment lever
25
toloosen.
2. To obtain the correct depth of cut, align the appropriate
mark on the depth adjustment strap
26
with notch
27
on
the upper bladeguard.
3. Tighten the depth adjustmentlever.
4. For the most efficient cutting action using a carbide tipped
saw blade, set the depth adjustment so that about one half
of a tooth projects below the surface of the wood to becut.
5. A method of checking for the correct cutting depth is
shown in Fig.H. Lay a piece of the material you plan to cut
along the side of the blade, as shown in the Figure, and
observe how much tooth projects beyond thematerial.
Adjusting Depth Adjustment Lever (Fig.G)
It may be desirable to adjust the depth adjustment lever
25
. It
may loosen in time and hit the base plate beforetighten ing.
To Tighten the Lever
1. Hold depth adjustment lever
25
and loosen the
locknut
28
.
2. Adjust the depth adjustment lever by rotating it in the
desired direction about 1/8 of arevolution.
3. Retightennut.
Bevel Angle Adjustment (Fig.A,I)
The bevel angle adjustment mechanism
9
can be adjusted
between 0° and 57°.
To achieve better accuracy in cutting, use the fine adjustment
markings located on the pivot bracket
29
.
1. Raise the bevel adjustment lever
8
toloosen.
2. Tilt the base plate to the desired angle by aligning the fine
bevel pointer
30
with the desired angle mark on the pivot
bracket
29
.
3. Lower the bevel adjustment lever toretighten.
Bevel Detent (Fig.I)
The DCS575 and DCS576 are equipped with a bevel detent
feature. As you tilt the base plate you will hear a click and feel
the base plate stop at both 22.5 and 45 degrees. If either of
these is the desired angle, retighten the lever
8
by lowering it.
If you desire another angle, continue tilting the base plate until
the coarse bevel pointer
31
or the fine pointer
30
aligns with
the desiredmark.
Cut Length Indicator (Fig.J)
The markings on the side of the base plate
11
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.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel Fence
(Fig.K)
The parallel fence
33
is used for cutting parallel to the edge of
theworkpiece.
Mounting
1. Slacken the parallel fence adjustment knob
32
to allow the
parallel fence topass.
2. Insert the parallel fence
33
in the base plate
11
asshown.
3. Tighten the parallel fence adjustment knob
32
.
Adjusting
1. Slacken the fence adjustment knob
32
and set the parallel
fence
33
to the desired width. The adjustment can be read
on the parallel fencescale.
2. Tighten the fence adjustment knob
32
.
Mounting the Dust Extraction Port
(Fig.A,F,L)
Your DCS575/DCS576 circular saws are supplied with a dust
extractionport.
To Install Dust Extraction Port
1. Fully loosen depth adjustment lever
25
.
2. Place base plate
11
in the lowestposition.
3. Align the left half of the dust extraction port
34
over upper
blade guard
15
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 with theleft.
5. Insert screws and tightensecurely.
Guide Rail System (Fig.M)
DCS576
Guide rails, available in different lengths as accessories, allow
the use of the circular saw for precise, straight clean cuts and
simultaneously protect the workpiece surface against damage.
In conjunction with additional accessories, exact angled cuts,
mitre cuts and fitting work can be completed with the guide
railsystem.

DeWalt DCS575 Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	DCS575
Category	Saw
Language	English