10
English
 3. If needed, raise the riving knife (FF) to the
FIG. 25
A1
ZZ
A2
A3
YY
FF
 
thru cut (ZZ) or highest position. Refer to 
Positioning the Riving Knife under 
Assembly.
 4. Locate the three small set screws (A2)
adjacent to the riving knife lock knob (YY). 
These screws will be used to adjust the riving 
knife position.
  5. Lay a straight edge on the table against two 
blade tips. The riving knife should not touch 
the straight edge. If needed, loosen the two 
larger lock screws (A3).
  6. Adjust the small set screws (A2) to move the 
riving knife according to the position noted in 
step 5. Lay the straight edge on the opposite 
side of the blade and repeat adjustments as 
needed.
 7. Lightly tighten the two larger lock screws 
(A3).
  8. Place a square flat against the riving knife to 
the verify riving knife is vertical and in line with 
the blade.
 9. If needed, use the set screws to bring the 
riving knife vertical with the square.
 10. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to verify position of 
riving knife.
 11. Fully tighten the two larger lock screws (A3).
Saw Blades 
WARNING: Riving knifes must be matched to saw blade dimensions in order to function 
effectively. Refer to Riving Knife Selection.
NOTE: THIS SAW IS INTENDED FOR USE
FIG. 26  
 
ONLY WITH SAW BLADES 10" (254mm) IN 
DIAMETER. Refer to Fig. 26.
NOTE: This saw is not intended for use with 
dado blades and molding cutters. Personal 
injury may occur.
  1. The saw blade furnished with your new 
saw is a 10" (254 mm) combination 
blade, used for crosscutting (across 
the grain) and ripping (with the grain) 
through the material. The center hole to 
fit on the arbor is 5/8" (16 mm) diameter 
(.625"). This blade will produce a good 
quality cut for most applications.
  2. There are many types of blades available 
to do specific and special jobs such as 
crosscut only, rip only, hollow ground, 
thin plywood, paneling, etc.
 3. Use only saw blades designed for 
maximum safe operating speeds of 5,000 RPM or greater.
  4. Saw blades should always be kept sharp. It is recommended that you locate a reputable 
sharpening service to sharpen your blades when needed.
CAUTION: Abrasive wheels or blades (including diamond) should not be used on this saw.
Blade (Fig. 3, 6, 27, 28)
REPLACING THE BLADE
 1. Raise the saw blade arbor to its
FIG. 27 
C
Y
Z
maximum height by turning the blade 
height adjustment wheel (I) clockwise. 
 2. If replacing the blade, remove the 
blade guard assembly (D) and throat 
plate (X) prior to installing the new 
blade. (Refer to To Remove the 
Blade Guard Assembly and  To 
Remove the Throat Plate under 
Assembly.)
 NOTE: It may be easier to change 
the blade with the saw blade 
beveled to 0˚.
  3. Remove the arbor nut (Y) and outer 
washer (Z) and set aside.
  4. Place the blade (C) on the arbor making sure the teeth of the blade point downward and 
toward the front of the saw.
  5. Place the outer washer (Z) against the blade, raised
FIG. 28
Y
 
side out and tighten the arbor nut against the 
washer as far as possible by hand. Ensure that the 
outer washer and arbor nut are free of dust and 
debris before installing.
 6. To further tighten the arbor nut (Y), use the open 
ended spindle wrench (supplied) to keep the spindle 
from rotating.
 7. Use the arbor wrench (supplied) to hold the nut 
and tighten it by turning it clockwise. Reposition the 
wrench on the arbor nut and repeat as necessary 
until the nut and washer are securely fastened 
against the blade).
NOTE: Different types of blades make different kerfs (width of cuts). Therefore, it is necessary 
to check adjustment of rip scale when changing blades. Replacement blade MUST not exceed 
the thickness stated on the riving knife. The riving knife provided with the saw is 2.2mm thick.
Riving Knife Selection
WARNING: To minimize the risk of kickback and to ensure proper cutting, the riving knife 
must be the proper thickness for the blade used.
The riving knife supplied with this table saw is the correct size for the blade supplied with the 
saw. 
If a different blade is used check the blade body (plate) thickness and the blade kerf (cutting) 
width marked on the blade or on the blade packaging. The riving knife thickness must be 
greater than the body thickness and less than the kerf width as shown in Figure 29. If it is not, 
the riving knife MUST be replaced with one that has the correct thickness.
The riving knife provided with this saw is marked as follows (Fig.30): 
 0.087" (2.2mm) THICK RIVING KNIFE. ONLY USE FOR 10" (254mm) Ø BLADE 
WITH 0.094" (2.4 mm) MIN. KERF WIDTH AND 0.067" (1.75 mm) MAX. BODY 
THICKNESS. 
The riving knife available as an accessory marketed by D
EWALT is marked as follows: 
 0.110" (2.8 mm) THICK RIVING KNIFE. ONLY USE FOR 10" (254mm) Ø BLADE 
WITH 0.118" (3.0 mm) MIN. KERF WIDTH AND 0.098" (2.5 mm) MAX. BODY 
THICKNESS