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3.  Using the retracting lever, retract lower blade guard to 
an upward position. Lower rear of foot plate until blade 
teeth almost touch cuttingline.
4.  Release the blade guard (its contact with the work will 
keep it in position to open freely as you start the cut). 
Remove hand from guard lever and firmly grip auxiliary 
handle
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, as shown in Figure U. Position your body 
and arm to allow you to resist kickback if itoccurs.
5.  Make sure blade is not in contact with cutting surface 
before startingsaw.
6.  Start the motor and gradually lower the saw until its 
foot plate rests flat on the material to be cut. Advance 
saw along the cutting line until cut iscompleted.
7.  Release trigger and allow blade to stop completely 
before withdrawing the blade from thematerial.
8.  When starting each new cut, repeat asabove.
MAINTENANCE
 
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal 
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack 
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An 
accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Cleaning
 
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with 
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk 
of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye 
protection when performingthis.
 
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh 
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of 
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic 
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened 
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid 
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool 
into aliquid.
Accessories
 
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those 
offered by 
, have not been tested with this 
product, use of such accessories with this tool could be 
hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only 
 
recommended accessories should be used with 
thisproduct.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool 
are available at extra cost from your local dealer or 
authorized service center. If you need assistance in 
locating any accessory, please contact 
 Industrial 
Tool Co., 701East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286, call 
1-800-4-
 (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: 
www.dewalt.com.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.
 
WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and 
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment 
(including brush inspection and replacement, when 
applicable) should be performed by a 
 factory 
service center or a 
 authorized service center. 
Always use identical replacementparts.
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•  WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will 
help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case 
there is a problem with yourproduct.
•  CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of 
an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your 
registration of ownership will serve as your proof 
ofpurchase.
•  FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will 
allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety 
notification is required under the Federal Consumer 
SafetyAct.
Register online at www.dewalt.com/register.
Three Year Limited Warranty
 will repair, without charge, any defects due to 
faulty materials or workmanship for three years from 
the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part 
failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail 
of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, 
visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-
 (1-800-
433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories 
or damage caused where repairs have been made 
or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS 
GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED 
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL 
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow 
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the 
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This 
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have 
other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.
In addition to the warranty, 
 tools are covered 
byour:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
 will maintain the tool and replace worn parts 
caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year 
afterpurchase.
 2 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS
DC9071, DC9091, DC9096, DC9182, DC9280, DC9360, DCB120, 
DCB127, DCB201, DCB203, DCB203BT, DCB207, DCB361
3 YEARS FREE SERVICE ON DEWALT BATTERY PACKS
DCB200, DCB204, DCB204BT, DCB205, DCB205BT, DCB206, 
DCB606, DCB609
NOTE: Battery warranty voided if the battery pack is 
tampered with in any way. 
 is not responsible 
for any injury caused by tampering and may prosecute 
warranty fraud to the fullest extent permitted bylaw.