DeWalt DWS713 - Bevel Setting; Maintenance

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Inside corner Outside corner
Left side
1. Position molding with top of molding
against the fence
2. Save left side of cut
1. Position molding with bottom of the
molding against the fence
2. Save left side of cut
Right side
1. Position molding with bottom of the
molding against the fence
2. Save right side of cut
1. Position molding with top of molding
against the fence
2. Save right side of cut
Cutting Crown Molding
Your mitre saw is better suited to the task of cutting crown molding than any tool made. In
order to fit properly, crown molding must be compound mitreed with extremeaccuracy.
The two flat surfaces on a given piece of crown molding are at angles that, when added
together, equal exactly 90°. Most, but not all, crown molding has a top rear angle (the section
that fits flat against the ceiling) of 52° and a bottom rear angle (the part that fits flat against the
wall) of 38°.
Your mitre saw has special pre-set mitre detent points at 31.62° left and right for cutting crown
molding at the proper angle. There is also a mark on the Bevel scale at 33.85°.
The Bevel Setting/Type of Cut chart gives the proper settings for cutting crown molding. (The
numbers for the mitre and bevel settings are very precise and are not easy to accurately set
on your saw.) Since most rooms do not have angles of precisely 90°, you will have to fine tune
your settingsanyway.
PRETESTING WITH SCRAP MATERIAL IS EX TREME LY IMPORTANT!
For Cutting Crown Molding Laying Flat and Using the Compound
Features (Fig. T)
1. Move the sliding fence
10
out of the path of the blade before attempting any of the
followingcuts.
2. Molding laying with broad back surface down flat on saw table
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(Fig.T).
BEVEL SETTING TYPE OF CUT
33.9°
LEFT SIDE, INSIDE CORNER
1. Top of molding against fence
2. Mitre table set right 31.6°
3. Save left end of cut
33.9°
RIGHT SIDE, INSIDE CORNER
1. Bottom of molding against fence
2. Mitre table set left 31.6°
3. Save left end of cut
33.9°
LEFT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER
1. Bottom of molding against fence
2. Mitre table set left 31.6°
3. Save right end of cut
33.9°
RIGHT SIDE, OUTSIDE CORNER
1. Top of molding against fence
2. Mitre table set right 31.6°
3. Save right end of cut
When setting bevel and mitre angles for all compound mitres, remember that:
The angles presented for crown moldings are very precise and difficult to set exactly. Since
they can easily shift slightly and very few rooms have exactly square corners, all settings should
be tested on scrapmolding.
PRETESTING WITH SCRAP MATERIAL IS EXTREME LY IMPORTANT!
Alternative Method for Cutting Crown Molding (Fig. U)
Place the molding on the table at an angle between the sliding fence
10
and the saw
table
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, as shown in FigureU. Use of the crown molding fence accessory (DW7084) is highly
recommended because of its degree of accuracy and convenience. The crown molding fence
accessory is available at extra cost from your localdealer.
The advantage to cutting crown molding using this method is that no bevel cut is required.
Minute changes in the mitre angle can be made without affecting the bevel angle. This way,
when corners other than 90° are encountered, the saw can be quickly and easily adjusted for
them. Use the crown molding fence accessory (DW7084) to maintain the angle at which the
molding will be on thewall.
Instructions for Cutting Crown Molding Angled Between the Fence and
Base of the Saw for All Cuts (Fig. U)
1. Angle the molding so the bottom of the molding (part which goes against the wall when
installed) is against the fence and the top of the molding is resting on the base of the saw,
as shown in FigureU.
2. The angled “flats” on the back of the molding must rest squarely on the fence and base of
thesaw.
Inside corner Outside corner
Left side
1. Mitre right 45°
2. Save right side of cut
1. Mitre left 45°
2. Save right side of cut
Right side
1. Mitre left 45°
2. Save left side of cut
1. Mitre right 45°
2. Save left side of cut
Special Cuts
NEVER MAKE ANY CUT UNLESS THE MATERIAL IS SECURED ON THE TABLE AND AGAINST
THEFENCE.
Aluminum Cutting (Fig, A, V, W)
ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAW BLADE MADE ESPECIALLY FOR CUTTING ALUMINUM.
These are available at your local
DeWALT
retailer or
DeWALT
service centre. Certain workpieces,
due to their size, shape or surface finish, may require the use of a clamp or fixture to prevent
movement during the cut. Position the material so that you will be cutting the thinnest cross
section, as shown in FigureV. Figure W illustrates the wrong way to cut these extrusions. Use
a stick wax cutting lubricant when cutting aluminum. Apply the stick wax directly to the saw
blade
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before cutting. Never apply stick wax to a movingblade.
The wax, available at most hardware stores and industrial mill supply houses, provides proper
lubrication and keeps chips from adhering to theblade.
Be sure to properly secure workpiece. Refer to Saw Blades under Optional Accessories for
correct sawblade.
Bowed Material (Fig. X, Y)
When cutting bowed material always position it as shown in Figure X and never like that
shown in Figure Y. Positioning the material incorrectly will cause it to pinch the blade near the
completion of thecut.
Cutting Plastic Pipe or Other Round Material
Plastic pipe can be easily cut with your saw. It should be cut just like wood and CLAMPED
OR HELD FIRMLY TO THE FENCE TO KEEP IT FROM ROLLING. This is extremely important
when making anglecuts.
Cutting Large Material (Fig. L)
Occasionally you will encounter a piece of wood a little too large to fit beneath the blade
guard. A little extra height can be gained by rolling the guard up out of the way, as shown in
FigureL. Avoid doing this as much as possible, but if need be, the saw will operate properly
and make the bigger cut. NEVER TIE, TAPE, OR OTHERWISE HOLD THE GUARD OPEN WHEN
OPERATING THISSAW.
MAINTENANCE
Your
DeWALT
power tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care
and regularcleaning.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and
disconnect tool from power source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the trigger switch is in the OFF position.
An accidental start-up can causeinjury.
DO NOT use lubricants or cleaners (particularly spray or aerosol) in the vicinity of the plastic
guard. The polycarbonate material used in the guard is subject to attack by certainchemicals.
1. All bearings are sealed. They are lubricated for life and need no furthermaintenance.
2. Periodically clean all dust and wood chips from around AND UNDER the base and the
rotary table. Even though slots are provided to allow debris to pass through, some dust
willaccumulate.
3. The brushes are designed to give you several years of use. To replace the brushes, return
the tool to the nearest service centre for repair. A list of service centre locations is packed
with yourtool.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additionallubrication.
Cleaning
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WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry air as often as dirt is seen
collecting in and around the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved dust
mask when performing thisprocedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic
parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the materials used in these parts. Use a
cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into aliquid.
Optional Accessories
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WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
DeWALT
, have not been tested
with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the
risk of injury, only
DeWALT
recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct.
Consult your dealer for further information on the appropriateaccessories.
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. In some cases, other locally
obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate. Use care in
selecting and usingaccessories.
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. In some cases, other locally
obtained work supports, length stops, clamps, etc., may be more appropriate. Use care in
selecting and usingaccessories.
Adjustable Length Stop: DW7051
Requires the use of one work support. It is used to make repetitive cuts of the same length
from 0 to 107cm.