DeWalt DW682 Manual page 14

Replacing the Blade (fi g. 7, 8, 9)
1. Remove the four hex screws (l) from the base
plate and take off the cover.
2. Depress the spindle lock (j) and remove the
flange by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Change the blade.
4. Tighten the flange securely by turning it
clockwise while keeping the spindle lock
depressed.
5. Mount the cover plate and tighten the hex
screws.
WARNING:
• Make sure that the teeth of the cutter
point in counterclockwise direction as
shown (fig. 8).
• After replacing the blade, always
check the cutting depth and adjust if
necessary.
• Do not use blades or larger or smaller
diameter than recommended. For
the proper blade rating refer to the
technical data.
• Use only blades specified in this
manual complying with EN 847-1.
Dust Extraction (fi g. 10a, 10b)
Using the appropriate adapter, you can connect
either a dustbag or a dust extractor.
DUST EXTRACTOR
The fine adjustment is used to eliminate possible
tolerances in the size of the biscuit slots.
1. Insert the appropriate adapter (m) or (n) into the
dust extraction outlet (e).
2. Connect the dust extractor hose to the adapter.
DUSTBAG
1. Insert the straight adapter (m) into the dust
extraction outlet (e).
2. Attach the dustbag (o) to the adapter.
3. Whenever possible, connect a dust extraction
device designed in accordance with the relevant
regulations regarding dust emission.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety
instructions and applicable regulations.
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.
Proper Hand Position (fi g. 21)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS use
proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold
securely in anticipation of a sudden
reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the top
handle (c), with the other hand on the main grip (p).
Switching On and Off (fi g. 2)
1. To run the tool, press the On/Off switch (a).
2. If necessary, press the lock-on button (b) for
continuous operation and release the switch.
3. To stop the tool, release the switch.
4. To stop the tool in continuous operation, press
the switch briefly and release it. Always switch
the tool off when work is finished and before
unplugging.
WARNING: Do not switch the tool
on or off when the blade touches the
workpiece or other materials.
Making Biscuit Joints (fi g. 11, 12)
Various techniques can be used to make strong
and accurate biscuit joints. In this manual, the most
important techniques will be discussed in
more detail (fig. 11).
SELECTING THE BISCUIT SIZE (FIG. 12)
The three biscuit sizes are #0, #10 and #20.
Normally, you should use the largest biscuit that will
fit in the workpiece.
After selecting the size of biscuit to be used, adjust
the plunge depth accordingly as described above.
WARNING: Always make a trial cut
in a piece of scrap wood to check the
plunge depth. If necessary, perform
a fine adjustment as described in
Assembly & Adjustments.
Locating the Biscuits (fi g. 13a–13d)
For edge joints, biscuits should normally be located
at 15–25 cm intervals.The outer biscuits should be
located 5–7.5 cm from the ends of the workpiece
(fig. 13a).
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