Prior To Operation; Instructions For Use - DeWalt D23700 Original Instructions Manual

4. Place a square against the blade (j) and shoe (f)
to adjust the 90° setting.
– Slacken the nut (p) of the stop (q).
– Adjust the stop (q) as required.
– Tighten the nut (p) and the adjustment knob
(k).
Replacing the Saw Blade (fi g. 5)
1. Engage the spindle lock button (d) and unscrew
the blade clamping screw (r) by turning
counterclockwise using the hex key supplied
with the tool. Remove washer (s) and set aside.
2. Retract the lower blade guard (i) using the lever
(h) and replace the blade (j). Reinstall the washer
(s) in the correct position.
3. Check the direction of rotation of the blade.
4. Thread on the blade clamping screw (r) by hand
to hold the washer in position. Turn clockwise.
5. Press the spindle lock button (d) while turning
the spindle until the blade stops rotating.
6. Tighten the blade clamping screw firmly using
the wrench.
Adjusting the Cutting Line Marks
(fi g. 6)
The marks for bevel cuts (l) and for straight cuts (m)
have two grooves each:
– narrow groove: for centring standard steel
blades
– wider groove: for centring TCT blades
To adjust, proceed as follows:
1. With the blade locked at 90°, make a trial cut
of approx. 400 mm.
2. Withdraw the saw slightly.
3. Slacken the screw (v) and align the cut (w) and
the mark (m).
4. Firmly tighten the screw (v).
Both cutting line marks are now correctly adjusted.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel
Fence (fi g. 7)
The parallel fence (o) is used for cutting parallel to
the edge of the workpiece.
MOUNTING
1. Insert the parallel fence (o) in the saw shoe (f) as
shown.
2. Insert the bolt (x) into the hole (y).
3. Place the clamping bracket (z) over the bolt and
tighten the locking screw (aa).
ADJUSTING
1. Slacken the locking screw (aa) and set the
parallel fence (o) to the desired width. The
adjustment can be read on the scale (bb).
2. Tighten the locking screw (aa). The marks (cc)
and (dd) can be used as a guide: mark (cc): for
standard steel blades mark (dd): for TCT blades.

Prior to Operation

• Make sure the guards have been mounted
correctly. The saw blade guard must be in
closed position.
• Make sure the saw blade rotates in the direction
of the arrow on the blade.
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.
WARNING:
• Ensure the material to be sawn is
firmly secured in place.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the
tool and do not exert side pressure on
the saw blade.
• Avoid overloading.
• Do not use excessively worn saw
blades. Do not use your saw for
pocket cuts.
Proper Hand Position (fi g. 8)
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.
Hold the tool by the main handle (ee) and the front
handle (c) to guide the saw properly.
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