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Three Year Limited Warranty
DEWALT 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-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not
apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by
others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary
in certain states or provinces.In addition to the warranty, D
EWALT tools are covered by our:
1 YEAR FREE SERVICE
D
EWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time
during the first year after purchase.
90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your D
EWALT Power Tool, Laser, or
Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt
for a full refund – no questions asked.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For
products sold in Latin America, see country specific warranty information contained either in
the packaging, call the local company or see website for warranty information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258) for a free replacement.
Please refer to the beginning of the manual for labels.
Troubleshooting Guide
BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLE! WHAT’S WRONG? WHAT TO DO
Saw will not start 1. Saw not plugged in 1. Plug in saw.
2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 2. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
3. Cord damaged 3. Have cord replaced by authorized service center.
4. Brushes worn out 4. Have brushes replaced by authorized service center or replace them yourself. Refer to Brushes.
Saw makes
unsatisfactory cuts
1. Dull blade 1. Replace blade. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
2. Blade mounted backwards 2. Turn blade around. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
3. Gum or pitch on blade 3. Remove blade and clean with turpentine and coarse steel wool or household oven cleaner.
4. Incorrect blade for work being done 4. Change the blade type. Refer to Saw Blades under Accessories.
Blade does not come
up to speed
1. Extension cord too light or too long 1. Replace with adequate size cord. Refer to Use Proper Extension Cord under Important Safety
Instructions.
2. Low house current 2. Contact your electric company.
Machine vibrates
excessively
1. Saw not mounted securely to stand
or work bench
1. Tighten all mounting hardware. Refer to Bench Mounting.
2. Stand or bench on uneven floor 2. Reposition on flat level surface. Refer to Familiarization.
3. Damaged saw blade 3. Replace blade. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
Does not make accurate
miter cuts
1. Miter scale not adjusted correctly 1. Check and adjust. Refer to Miter Scale Adjustment under Adjustments.
2. Blade is not square to fence 2. Check and adjust. Refer to Miter Scale Adjustment under Adjustments.
3. Blade is not perpendicular to table 3. Check and adjust fence. Refer to Bevel Square to Table Adjustment under Adjustments.
4. Workpiece moving 4. Clamp workpiece securely to fence or glue 120 grit sandpaper to fence with rubber cement.
Material pinches blade 1. Cutting bowed material 1. Refer to Bowed Material under Special Cuts.