DeWalt DCS387P1 Instruction Manual page 14

FIG. 7
TO REMOVE BLADE FROM SAW
CAUTION: Burn hazard. Do not touch the the blade immediately
after use. Contact with the blade may result in personal injury.
1. Open up blade clamp release lever.
2. Remove blade.
Cutting with Blade in Horizontal Position
(Fig. 8)
Your DCS387 is equipped with a horizontal blade clamp. Installing a
blade in the horizontal orientation allows cutting close to floors, walls
or ceilings where limited clearance is available. Ensure that the shoe is
pressed against the framing to avoid kickback.
FIG. 8
Cutting (Fig. 9–12)
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders
must wear eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING: Exercise extra caution when cutting towards operator.
Always hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting.
Before cutting any type of material, be sure it is firmly anchored or
clamped to prevent slipping. Place blade lightly against work to be
cut, switch on saw motor and allow it to obtain maximum speed
before applying pressure. Whenever possible, the saw shoe must be
held firmly against the material being cut (Fig. 9). This will prevent the
saw from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage. Any cuts
which put pressure on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts increase
potential for vibration, kickback, and blade breakage.
WARNING: Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay
particular attention to overhead wires which may be hidden from
view. Anticipate the path of falling branches and debris ahead of time.
WARNING: Inspect work site for hidden gas pipes, water pipes,
or electrical wires before making blind or plunge cuts. Failure to do
so may result in explosion, property damage, electric shock, and/or
serious personal injury.
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