DeWalt DW872 - Fitting a Mains Plug to 115 V Units; Using an Extension Cable; Package Contents; Markings on Tool

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and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service centre
unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by an authorized
servicecentre. Do not use the tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Never attempt any repairsyourself.
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WARNING: The use of any accessory or attachment or
performance of any operation with this tool other than
those recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personalinjury.
21 . Have your tool repaired by a qualifiedperson.
ʵ This electric tool complies relevant safety rules. Repairs
should only be carried out by qualified persons using
original spare parts; otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to theuser.
Additional Safety for Metal Saws
• Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed;
• Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer
which conform to EN 847-1;
• Do not use saw blades manufactured from high speed steel;
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment when necessary,
this could include:
ʵ hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced
hearingloss;
ʵ eye protection;
ʵ respiratory protection to reduce the risk of inhalation of
harmful dust;
ʵ gloves for handling saw blades (saw blades shall
be carried in a holder wherever practicable) and
roughmaterial;
Maintenance and Servicing
• Operator’s instructions on factors influencing exposure to
noise (e.g. use of saw blades designed to reduce the emitted
noise, saw blade and machine maintenance);
• Report faults in the machine, including guards or saw blades,
as soon as they arediscovered.
Safe Operation
• Select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut;
• Do not use the saw to cut other materials than those
recommended by the manufacturer;
• Lifting and transportation information. To lift and support the
metal saw see FigureF.
• Do not use the saw without the guards in position, in good
working order and properly maintained;
• Keep the floor area around the machine level, well maintained
and free of loose materials e.g. chips and cut-offs;
• Provide adequate general or localised lighting;
• The operator is adequately trained in the use adjustment and
operation of the machine;
• Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the maximum
speed marked on the saw blade;
• Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings used are suitable for
the purpose as stated by the manufacturer;
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area while the machine is running
and the saw head is not in the rest position;
• Ensure that the machine is always stable and secure. (e.g. fixed
to a bench)
• To support long pieces see FigureC3.
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WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA orless.
Residual Risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of saws:
• Injuries caused by touching the rotating parts
• Injuries caused by disruption of the cuttingblade.
These risks are most evident:
• Withing the range of operation
• Within the range of the rotating machine parts
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These are:
• Impairment ofhearing.
• Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the rotating
sawblade.
• Risk of injury when changing theblade.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when opening theguards.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage
on the ratingplate.
Your DeWALT tool is double insulated in accordance
with EN61029; therefore no earth wire isrequired.
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WARNING: 115 V units have to be operated via a fail-safe
isolating transformer with an earth screen between the
primary and secondary winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
specially prepared cord available through the DeWALT
serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.
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WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13A.