DeWalt DW708 User Manual

Information on double insulation and polarized plugs for safe electrical operation.

Essential safety guidelines for tool usage, work area, and personal protection.

Critical safety rules and precautions for operating the sliding compound miter saw.

Detailed operational safety rules, cautions, and health warnings for the miter saw.

Identifies the location of various safety warning labels on the saw components.

Information on electrical connection, unpacking, and familiarizing with the saw.

Details on miter, bevel, trigger, rail lock, and fence adjustment controls.

Key technical specifications of the sliding compound miter saw.

Details on maximum cutting capacity and saw drive system specifications.

Information on recommended saw blades and optional attachments like kits and clamps.

Instructions for installing the stabilizer and mounting the saw to a workbench.

Steps for safely securing and transporting the sliding compound miter saw.

Procedures for adjusting the miter scale and pointer for accurate angle settings.

How to adjust the miter lock/detent rod for secure table locking.

Steps to adjust bevel stops and pointer for accurate bevel angle settings.

Specific procedures for adjusting the 45° bevel stops and pointer on the miter saw.

Instructions for adjusting the left and right fences for proper workpiece support.

Explanation of the automatic blade guard's function and visibility features.

Information about the saw's automatic electric brake system and its operation.

Procedures for adjusting rail guides and inspecting/replacing carbon brushes.

Instructions on switching the saw on/off and general operation.

Covers techniques for crosscuts, bevel cuts, and achieving quality of cut.

Guidance on proper body and hand positioning for safe and accurate cutting.

Methods for securely clamping workpieces and supporting long pieces.

Instructions for cutting picture frames, shadow boxes, and trim molding.

Guidance on calculating angles for compound miter cuts for various shapes.

Explanation of the dual range miter scale for calculating and setting angles.

Guide to using the vernier scale for accurate miter angle settings to the nearest 1/4 degree.

Instructions for making straight 90 degree cuts on base molding.

Instructions for cutting standard base molding vertically against the fence.

Specific steps for cutting wider base molding vertically against the fence.

Instructions for cutting crown molding flat on the table and against the fence.

Methods for cutting base molding flat using the bevel feature.

Guidance on cutting crown molding angled between fence and table using specialized methods.

A chart providing miter and bevel angles for various sided boxes and shapes.

Specific instructions and settings for cutting crown molding using compound features.

Techniques for cutting aluminum extrusions and bowed materials safely.

Guidelines for cutting plastic pipe and oversized materials.

How to use the built-in grooving lever and thumbscrew for cutting grooves.

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing or removing saw blades.

Procedure for inspecting, replacing, and checking the tension of the drive belt.

Procedure for adjusting drive belt tension to ensure proper operation and motor longevity.

Guidelines for cleaning the saw, bearing lubrication, and brush care.

Recommendations for performing maintenance and repairs by authorized service centers.

Details on the one-year warranty and 30-day satisfaction guarantee for DEWALT tools.

Diagnosing and resolving problems when the saw fails to start.

Addressing issues related to dull blades, incorrect mounting, or pitch buildup.

Troubleshooting problems with blade speed, excessive vibration, and inaccurate cuts.

Resolving problems where material pinches the blade or cuts are inaccurate.