Automatic Electric Brake; Miter Lock Adjustment; Brushes; Operation - DeWalt DW713 Instruction Manual

FIG. 13
LEFT SIDE
BEVEL STOP
SCREW
INSTALL
HOLE FOR
CLAMP
HOLE FOR PADLOCK
FIG. 14
FIG. 15
SLOTTED
ADJUSTMENT
ROD
SET SCREW (IF EQUIPPED)

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRAKE

LEFT SIDE Your saw is equipped with an automatic electric blade brake
FENCE
which stops the saw blade within 5 seconds of trigger
CLAMPING
release. This is not adjustable.
KNOB
On occasion, there may be a delay after trigger release to
brake engagement. On rare occasions, the brake may not
engage at all and the blade will coast to a stop.
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 WALT service center.
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Always be sure the blade has stopped before removing it
from the kerf plate. 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
TRIGGER
to a non-detent miter angle.

SWITCH

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 (Fig. 3)
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.
Inspect carbon brushes regularly by unplugging the tool,
removing the motor end cap (Fig. 3) and removing the brush
cap that holds the spring-loaded 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 1/2" (12.7 mm), 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
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essential for proper operation of electric brake. New brush
assemblies are available at D
tool should be allowed to "run in" (run 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

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.
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and
bystanders must wear eye protection that conforms to ANSI
Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3).
Plug the saw into any household 60 Hz power source.
Refer to the nameplate for voltage. Be sure the cord will not
interfere with your work.
SWITCH (FIG. 14)
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 straight crosscut is made
with the miter arm at the zero degree position. Set the miter
arm at zero, hold the wood on the table and firmly against
the fence. Turn on the saw by squeezing the trigger switch
shown in 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.
CAUTION: Always use a work clamp to maintain control
and reduce the risk of workpiece damage and personal
injury.
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 from zero to 50° left or right. After
selecting the desired miter angle, be sure to tighten the miter
WALT service centers. The
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lock lever. Make the cut as described above.
To cut through an existing pencil line on a piece of wood,
match the angle as close as possible. Cut the wood a little
too long and measure from the pencil line to the cut edge
to determine which direction to adjust the miter angle and
recut. This will take some practice, but it is a commonly
used technique.
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