DeWalt DWS715-B3 - Specifications; Troubleshooting Guide

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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 center for repair. A list of service center locations is packed with
yourtool.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a
week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear approved eye protection 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 plastic 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.
Accessories

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.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer
or authorized service center.
Optional Accessories
The following accessories, designed for your saw, may be helpful. Use care in selecting and
usingaccessories.
Clamp: DW7090
Used for firmly clamping workpiece to the saw fence for precisioncutting.
Dust Bag: DW7053
Included with some models
Equipped with a zipper for easy emptying, the dust bag will capture the majority of the sawdust
produced (notshown).
Crown Molding Fence: DW7084
Used for precision cutting of crownmolding.
Miter Saw Stands: DWX723, DWX724, DWX725B, DWX726
Provides stable and accurate work platform for mitersaws.
Saw Blades
ALWAYS USE 12" (305mm) SAW BLADES WITH 5/8" (16mm) ARBOR HOLES. SPEED RATING
MUST BE AT LEAST 4000 RPM. Never use a smaller diameter blade. It will not be guarded properly.
Use crosscut blades only! Do not use blades designed for ripping, combination blades or blades
with hook angles in excess of 7degrees.
BLADE DESCRIPTIONS
APPLICATION DIAMETER TEETH
Construction Saw Blades (thin kerf with anti-stick rim)
General Purpose 12" (305 mm) 40
Fine Crosscuts 12" (305 mm) 60
Woodworking Saw Blades (provide smooth, clean cuts)
Fine crosscuts 12" (305 mm) 80
Non-ferrous metals 12" (305 mm) 90
NOTE: For cutting non-ferrous metals, use only saw blades with TCG teeth designed for this purpose.
Repairs
The charger and battery pack are notserviceable.

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be performed by a
DeWALT
factory service center or a
DeWALT
authorized service center. Always use identical
replacementparts.
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked with this symbol must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can be recovered or recycled reducing the demand
for raw materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to local provisions.
SPECIFICATIONS
DWS715-B3 DWS715-AR DWS715-B2 DWS715-BR
Voltage 120 V~ 220 V~ 220 V~ 127 V~
Frequency 60 Hz 50 Hz 50–60 Hz 60 Hz
Power 1600 W 1600 W 1600 W 1600 W
Speed 4000/min (rpm) 4000/min (rpm) 4000/min (rpm) 4000/min (rpm)
Troubleshooting Guide
BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
TROUBLE! WHAT’S WRONG? WHAT TO DO
Saw will not start Saw not plugged in Plug in saw.
Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Cord damaged Have cord replaced by authorized service center.
Brushes worn out Have brushes replaced by authorized service center.
Saw makes unsatisfactory cuts Dull blade Replace blade. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
Blade mounted backwards Turn blade around. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
Gum or pitch on blade Remove blade and clean with turpentine and coarse steel wool or household oven cleaner.
Incorrect blade for work being done Change the blade type. Refer to Saw Blades under Accessories.
Blade does not come up to speed Extension cord too light or too long Replace with adequate size cord. Refer to Additional Saftey Rules for Miter Saws.
Low house current Contact your electric company.
Machine vibrates excessively Saw not mounted securely to stand or work bench Tighten all mounting hardware. Refer to Bench Mounting.
Stand or bench on uneven floor Reposition on flat level surface. Refer to Familiarization.
Damaged saw blade Replace blade. Refer to Changing or Installing a New Saw Blade.
Does not make accurate miter cuts Miter scale not adjusted correctly Check and adjust. Refer to Miter Scale Adjustment under Assembly and Adjustments.
Blade is not square to fence Check and adjust. Refer to Miter Scale Adjustment under Assembly and Adjustments.
Blade is not perpendicular to table Check and adjust fence. Refer to Bevel Square to Table under Assembly and Adjustments.
Workpiece moving Clamp workpiece securely to fence or glue 120 grit sandpaper to fence with rubber cement.
Material pinches blade Cutting bowed material Refer to Bowed Material under Special Cuts.