Using An Extension Cable; Assembly And Adjustments - DeWalt DW331 Original Instructions Manual

EN GLI SH
Your D WALT tool is double insulated in
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accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
WARNING: 120 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
D WALT service organisation.
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Mains Plug Replacement
(Middle East and Africa)
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.
WARNING: No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.

Using an Extension Cable

If an extension cable is required, use an approved
extension cable suitable for the power input of this
tool (see Technical Data). The minimum conductor
size is 1 mm 2 ; the maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury, turn unit off and disconnect
machine from power source before
installing and removing accessories,
before adjusting or changing set-
ups or when making repairs. Be sure
the trigger switch is in the OFF position.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Fitting And Removing A Saw Blade
(fi g. 2)
The tool-free blade exchange system ensures quick
and easy changing of saw blades.
1. Open the blade holder (g) by fully retracting the
blade latch (e).
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2. Insert the saw blade into the blade holder (g)
guiding the back of the blade into the groove of
the guide roller (h).
3. Release the blade latch (e).
4. To remove the saw blade, fully retract the blade
latch and pull the blade out of the holder.
SAW BLADES
Blade type Applications
Fine-toothed cutting blade for smooth straight cuts
Coarse-toothed cutting blade for fast straight cuts
Metal cutting blade for ferrous and non-
ferrous metals
Flush cutting blade* for finishing off cuts up to
a wall or edge.
* Not available in all countries.
A wide variety of dedicated saw blades is available
as an option.
WARNING: Always select your saw
blade with great care.
Setting the bevel angle (fi g. 3)
The adjustable shoe (i) allows cutting of LH and RH
bevel angles up to 45°. The bevel scale has preset
positions at 0°, 15°, 30° and 45°.
1. Release the shoe lever (k).
2. Slide the shoe (i) toward the saw blade.
3. Tilt the shoe and set the desired bevel angle
using the scale.
4. Tighten the shoe lever.
Setting The Pendulum Stroke (fi g. 1)
The adjustable pendulum stroke guarantees a
perfect cutting stroke for different materials.
Slide the selector (j) to the desired position referring
to the table below. The selector can be manipulated
during operation.
Pos. Wood Metal
3 Fast cuts -
2 Thick workpieces -
1 Plywood Aluminium
Chipboard Non-ferrous
0 Thin workpieces Sheet metal
Fine cuts
Plastics
PVC
Fibreglass
Acrylic
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