Removing And Installing Blades - DeWalt DCS371 Instruction Manual

The fuel gauge is an indication of approximate levels of charge
remaining in the battery pack according to the following indicators:
75–100% charged
51–74% charged
< 50% charged
Pack needs to be charged
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button (R).
A combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate designating
the level of charge left. When the level of charge in the battery is below
the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not illuminate and the battery will
need to be recharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on the
battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is subject to
variation based on product components, temperature and end-user
application.
For more information regarding fuel gauge battery packs, please call
1-800-4-D WALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website www.dewalt.
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com.

Removing and Installing Blades

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
turn tool off and remove the battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
CAUTION: Cut Hazard. Blade tension lever is under spring
pressure. Maintain control of lever when releasing blade tension.
TO REMOVE BLADE (FIG. 2, 3)
1. Rotate the blade tension lever (I) clockwise until it stops to
release tension in blade (refer to Figure 2).
2. Turn the saw over and place it on a workbench or table with the
handle to the right.
3. Begin removing the blade at the upper portion of the blade guard
(M) and continue around the pulleys (L). When removing the blade,
tension may be released and the blade may spring free. SAW
BLADES ARE SHARP. USE CARE IN HANDLING THEM.
4. Inspect the guide rollers (G) and remove any large chips which
may be lodged in them. Lodged chips can prevent rotation of the
guide rollers and cause flat spots on the guide rollers.
5. Rubber tires (N) are mounted on the pulleys (L). The rubber tires
should be inspected for looseness or damage when changing the
blade. Wipe any chips from the rubber tires on the pulleys. This will
extend tire life and keep the blade from slipping. If any looseness
or damage occurs, the tool should be brought to an authorized
D WALT service center for repair or replacement as soon as
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possible. Continued use of the tool with loose or damaged rubber
tires will cause unstable travel of the band saw blade.
FIG. 5
BLADE DIRECTION
POSITION OF TEETH ON LEFT SIDE OF MACHINE
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