Maintenance; Protecting The Environment - DeWalt DW717 Instruction Manual

Dust extraction (fi g. A2 & A3)
• Fit the dustbag (26) onto the dust spout (6).
• Whenever possible, connect a dust extraction device designed in
accordance with the relevant regulations regarding dust emission.
Saw blades
To obtain the stated cutting capacities, always use 305 mm saw blades
with 30 mm arbor holes.
Transporting (fi g. A1, A2 & B)
In order to conveniently carry the mitre saw, a carrying handle (10) has
been included on the top of the saw arm.
• To transport the saw, lower the head and depress the lock down pin (22).
• Lock the rail lock knob with the saw head in the front position, lock the
mitre arm in the full left mitre angle, slide the fence (3 & 8) completely
inward and lock the bevel lever (20) with the saw head in the vertical
position to make the tool as compact as possible.
• Always use the carrying handle (10) or the hand indentations (24)
shown in fi g. B to transport the saw.

MAINTENANCE

Your D WALT power tool has been designed to operate over a long period
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of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
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.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry
air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around the air vents.
Wear approved eye protection and approved dust mask when
performing this procedure.
WARNING:Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals
may weaken the materials used in these parts. Use a cloth
dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a
liquid.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, regularly clean the
table top.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, regularly clean the
dust collection system.
Optional Accessories (fi g. A3 - A6)
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
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accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the
risk of injury, only D
be used with this product.
WALT, recommended accessories should
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LASER WARNING:
LASER RADIATION: DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER
<1MW @ 630 NM – 680 NM
IEC 60825-1 +A1, +A2:2002
LED WORKLIGHT WARNING:
LED RADIATION: DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LED PRODUCT
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER
P = 9.2 mW;
IEC 60825-1:1:1993; +A1:1997; +A2:2001
Consult your dealer for further information on the appropriate accessories.

Protecting the Environment

Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with
normal household waste.
Should you find one day that your D
replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it with
household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging allows
materials to be recycled and used again. Re-use of recycled
materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces
the demand for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products
from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you
purchase a new product.
D WALT provides a facility for the collection and recycling of D
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products once they have reached the end of their working life. To take
advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair
agent who will collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by
contacting your local D WALT office at the address indicated in this manual.
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Alternatively, a list of authorised D
of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:
www.2helpU.com.
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