as proper operation of the saw.
Check the lower blade guard for
proper closing before each use. If
the lower blade guard is missing
or not working properly, have
the saw serviced before using.
To assure product safety and
reliability, repair, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed
by an authorized service center or
other qualified service organization,
always using identical replacement
parts.
CHECKING THE LOWER GUARD (FIG. 1)
1. Turn tool off and disconnect from power supply.
2. Rotate the lower guard lever (Fig. 1, M) from the
fully closed position to the fully open position.
3. Release the lever and observe the guard (K)
return to the fully closed position.
The tool should be serviced by a qualified service
center if it:
• fails to return to the fully closed position,
• moves intermittently or slowly, or
• contacts the blade or any part of the tool in all
angles and depth of cut.
BLADES
WARNING: To minimize the risk of eye
injury, always use eye protection. Carbide
is a hard but brittle material. Foreign
objects in the workpiece such as wire or
nails can cause tips to crack or break.
Only operate saw when proper saw
blade guard is in place. Mount blade
securely in proper rotation before using,
and always use a clean, sharp blade.
WARNING: Do not cut metal, plastic,
concrete, masonry or fiber cement
materials with this saw.
190 mm Diameter
Application Teeth
Fast rip 18
Rip 24
General Purpose 40
184 mm Diameter
Application Teeth
Rip 24
General Purpose 36
Finish 60
If you need assistance regarding blades, please
contact your local DeWALT dealer.
saw spindle by hand (screw has right-hand
threads and must be turned clockwise to
tighten).
5. Depress the blade lock (D) while turning the
saw spindle with the blade wrench(W) stored
underneath the battery compartment, until
the blade lock engages and the blade stops
rotating.
6. Tighten the blade clamping screw firmly with
the blade wrench.
NOTICE: Never engage the blade lock
while saw is running, or engage in an
effort to stop the tool. Never turn the
saw on while the blade lock is engaged.
Serious damage to your saw will result.
TO REPLACE THE BLADE (FIG. 2–5)
1. Remove the battery.
2. To loosen the blade clamping screw (L),
depress the blade lock (D) and turn the saw
spindle with the blade wrench (W), stored
underneath the battery compartment, until
the blade lock engages and the blade stops
rotating. With the blade lock engaged, turn
the blade clamping screw counterclockwise
with the blade wrench (screw has right-hand
threads and must be turned counterclockwise
to loosen).
3. Remove the blade clamping screw (L) and outer
clamp washer (V). Remove old blade.
4. Clean any sawdust that may have accumulated
in the guard or clamp washer area and check
the condition and operation of the lower blade
guard as previously outlined. Do not lubricate
this area.
5. Select the proper blade for the application
(refer to Blades). Always use blades that are
the correct size (diameter) with the proper size
and shape center hole for mounting on the
saw spindle. Always assure that the maximum
recommended speed (rpm) on the saw blade
meets or exceeds the speed (rpm) of the saw.
6. Follow steps 1 through 5 under To Install the
Blade, making sure that the blade will rotate in
the proper direction.
LOWER BLADE GUARD
WARNING: The lower blade guard
is a safety feature that reduces
the risk of serious personal injury.
Never use the saw if the lower
guard is missing, damaged,
misassembled or not working
properly. Do not rely on the
lower blade guard to protect you
under all circumstances. Your
safety depends on following all
warnings and precautions as well
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