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DeWalt DW870 User Manual

DeWalt DW870
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DEWALT Industrial Tool Company, 626 Hanover Pike, P.O. Box 158, Hampstead, MD 21074 Printed in U.S.A. (FEB95-2) Form No. 158674-01
For information call toll free between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., seven days a week. 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)
DW870 Copyright © 1995
158674-01/dw870/1166 5/17/02 3:29 PM Page 2
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DeWalt DW870 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Motor Power15 Amps
Horsepower2.5 HP
Arbor Size1 inch
Power SourceCorded Electric
Max Capacity (Square)4 inches x 4 inches
Blade Diameter14 inches

Summary

Important Safety Instructions for All Tools

Grounding Instructions

Guidance on properly grounding the tool to prevent electric shock and ensure safe operation.

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety tips covering work area, personal protection, tool usage, and maintenance for electric tools.

Extension Cord Guidelines

Recommendations for selecting and using extension cords, including a table for appropriate wire gauge.

Chop Saw Specific Safety

Eye Protection and Wheel Inspection

Emphasizes wearing safety glasses and inspecting cutting wheels for cracks or flaws before use.

Safe Wheel Operation

Instructions on handling new wheels, avoiding rough treatment, and not removing wheel guards.

Prohibited Operations

Details on what not to cut (magnesium, wood, masonry) and warnings against using incorrect blades.

Power Supply and Tool Operation

Wheel Replacement and Vise Usage

Wheel Removal and Installation

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing abrasive wheels, including necessary precautions.

Operating and Adjustment Warnings

Critical warnings against making adjustments while the tool is in motion or plugged in.

Tool Handling and Cutting Specifications

Tool Maintenance and Mounting

Warranty and Satisfaction Guarantee

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