Crosscuts; Bevel Cuts; Quality Of Cut; Body And Hand Position - DeWalt DW713-XE Instruction Manual

If a delay or "skipping" occurs, turn the saw on and off 4 or 5 times. If
the condition persists, have the tool serviced by an authorized D
service center.
Always be sure the blade has stopped before removing it from the kerf.
The brake is not a substitute for guards or for ensuring your own safety
by giving the saw your complete attention.
MITER LOCK ADJUSTMENT (FIG. 15)
The miter lock rod should be adjusted if the table of the saw can be
moved when the miter lock handle is locked down. To adjust, put the
miter lock handle in the up position. Using a slotted screwdriver, adjust
the lock rod in 1/8 clockwise turn increments to increase the lock force.
To ensure the miter lock is functioning properly, re-lock miter lock handle
to a non-detent miter angle. Tighten set screw. NOTE: Some models
may have a set screw as shown in Figure 15. Using a 3/32 hex wrench,
loosen the set screw on the pivot pin. Tighten set screw after adjustment
is complete.

Brushes

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn off
the tool and disconnect it from the power source before attempting
to move it, change accessories or make any adjustments accept as
written in laser adjustment instructions.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging tool, removing the motor
end cap (Fig. 2), lift the brush spring and withdraw the brush assembly.
Keep brushes clean and sliding freely in their guides. Always replace
a used brush in the same orientation in the holder as it was prior to its
removal. Carbon brushes have varying symbols stamped into their sides,
and if the brush is worn down to approximately 127 mm (1/2"), the
spring will no longer exert pressure and they must be replaced. Use only
identical D WALT brushes. Use of the correct grade of brush is essential
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for proper operation of electric brake. New brush assemblies are available
at D WALT service centers. The tool should be allowed to "run in" (run
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at no load) for 10 minutes before use to seat new brushes. The electric
brake may be erratic in operation until the brushes are properly seated
(worn in). Always replace the brush inspection cap after inspection or
servicing the brushes.
While "running in" DO NOT TIE, TAPE, OR OTHER WISE LOCK THE
TRIGGER SWITCH ON. HOLD BY HAND ONLY.

OPERATION

Plug the saw into any household 50 Hz power source. Refer to the
nameplate for voltage. Be sure the cord will not interfere with your work.

SWITCH

To turn the saw on, depress the trigger switch shown in Figure 14. To
turn the tool off, release the switch. There is no provision for locking the
switch on, but a hole is provided in the trigger for insertion of a padlock
to lock the saw off.

CUTTING WITH YOUR SAW

NOTE: Although this saw will cut wood and many non-ferrous materials,
we will limit our discussion to the cutting of wood only. The same
guidelines apply to the other materials. DO NOT CUT FERROUS (IRON
AND STEEL) MATERIALS OR MASONRY WITH THIS SAW. Do not use
any abrasive blades.

CROSSCUTS

Cutting of multiple pieces is not recommended but can be done safely
by ensuring that each piece is held firmly against the table and fence.
A crosscut is made by cutting wood across the grain at any angle. A
FIG. 12
WALT
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STOP
SCREW
LOCK NUT
FIG. 13
LEFT SIDE BEVEL
STOP SCREW
HOLE FOR PADLOCK
FIG. 14
BEVEL
CLAMP straight crosscut is made with the miter arm at the zero degree position.
KNOB
Set the miter arm at zero, hold the wood on the table and firmly against
BEVEL
the fence. Turn on the saw by squeezing the trigger switch shown in
POINTER
Figure 14.
When the saw comes up to speed (about 1 second) lower the arm
smoothly and slowly to cut through the wood. Let the blade come to a
full stop before raising arm.
Miter crosscuts are made with the miter arm at some angle other than
zero. This angle is often 45° for making corners, but can be set anywhere
LEFT SIDE
from zero to 50° left or right. After selecting the desired miter angle, be
FENCE
sure to tighten the miter lock lever. Make the cut as described above.
CLAMPING
KNOB

BEVEL CUTS

A bevel cut is a crosscut made with the saw blade at a bevel to the wood.
In order to set the bevel, loosen the bevel clamp knob and move the saw
to the left as desired. (It is necessary to move the left side of the fence
to allow clearance). Once the desired bevel angle has been set, tighten
the bevel clamp knob firmly.
Bevel angles can be set from 3° right to 48° left and can be cut with the
miter arm set between zero and 50° right or left. Ensure the fence has
been adjusted properly. When cutting left bevel, or right miter compound
cuts, it will be necessary to remove the adjustable fence.

QUALITY OF CUT

The smoothness of any cut depends on a number of variables. Things
like material being cut, blade type, blade sharpness and rate of cut all
contribute to the quality of the cut.
When smoothest cuts are desired for molding and other precision work,
a sharp (60 - 80 tooth carbide) blade and a slower, even cutting rate will
produce the desired results.
Ensure that material does not creep while cutting. Clamp it securely in
TRIGGER SWITCH
place. Always let the blade come to a full stop before raising arm.
If small fibers of wood still split out at the rear of the workpiece, apply
a piece of masking tape on the wood where the cut will be made. Saw
through the tape and carefully remove tape when the cut is finished.
For varied cutting applications, refer to the list of recommended saw
blades for your saw and select the one that best fits your needs.
(Pages 5)
BODY AND HAND POSITION (FIG. 16)
Proper positioning of your body and hands when operating the miter saw
will make cutting easier, more accurate and safer. Never place hands near
cutting area. Place hands no closer than 152.4 mm (6") from the blade.
Hold the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence when cutting. Keep
hands in position until the trigger has been released and the blade has
completely stopped. ALWAYS MAKE DRY RUNS (UNPOWERED) BEFORE
FINISH CUTS SO THAT YOU CAN CHECK THE PATH OF THE BLADE. DO
NOT CROSS HANDS, AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 16A.
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FIG. 15
SLOTTED
ADJUSTMENT
ROD
SET SCREW