DeWalt DCS575 Original Instructions Manual page 26

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22.5 and 45 degrees. If either of these is the desired
angle, retighten the lever (G) by lowering it. If you
desire another angle, continue tilting the base plate
until the coarse bevel pointer (AD) or the fine pointer
(AB) aligns with the desired mark.
Cut Length Indicator (Fig. 10)
The markings on the side of the base plate (J) show
the length of the slot being cut into the material
at the full depth of the cut. The markings are in
increments of 5 mm.
Mounting and Adjusting the Parallel
Fence (Fig. 11)
The parallel fence (AF) is used for cutting parallel to
the edge of the workpiece.
MOUNTING
1. Slacken the parallel fence adjustment knob (AE)
to allow the parallel fence to pass.
2. Insert the parallel fence (AF) in the base plate (J)
as shown.
3. Tighten the parallel fence adjustment knob (AE).
ADJUSTING
1. Slacken the fence adjustment knob (AE) and
set the parallel fence (AF) to the desired width.
The adjustment can be read on the parallel
fence scale.
2. Tighten the fence adjustment knob (AE).
Mounting the Dust Extraction Port
(Fig. 1, 6, 12)
Your DCS575/DCS576 circular saws are supplied
with a dust extraction port.
TO INSTALL DUST EXTRACTION PORT
1. Fully loosen depth adjustment lever (X).
2. Place base plate (J) in the lowest position.
3. Align the left half of the dust extraction port (AG)
over upper blade guard (N) as shown. Be sure
to insert the tab into the casting notch on the
tool. When installed correctly, it will snap fully
over the original depth of cut pointer.
4. Align the right-hand piece with the left.
5. Insert screws and tighten securely.
Guide Rail System (DCS576, Fig. 13)
Guide rails, available in different lengths as
accessories, allow the use of the circular saw for
precise, straight clean cuts and simultaneously
protect the workpiece surface against damage.
In conjunction with additional accessories, exact
angled cuts, mitre cuts and fitting work can be
completed with the guide rail system.
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Clamps (AJ) are available to secure the guide rail
(AH) to the workpiece (AI) (Fig. 13). Use of these
clamps (AJ) ensure that the guide rail (AH) is
securely attached to the workpiece (AI) for safe
working. Once the guide rail is set to the cut line
and securely fixed to the workpiece, there is no
movement during cutting.
IMPORTANT: The height scale on the unit is set for
using the saw without a guide rail. When using the
saw on the guide rail the difference in height will be
approximately 5.0 mm.
SETTING THE CIRCULAR SAW TO THE GUIDE RAIL
(FIG. 1, 14)
The clearance between the circular saw and the
guide rail (Fig. 14, AH) must be very small to achieve
best cutting results. The smaller this clearance
the better the straight line finish will be on the
workpiece.
The clearance can be set with the two rail adjusters
(Fig. 1, R, S) for each channel in the base for 0°
cutting (R) and for 1-45° bevel cutting (S). The rail
adjusters are precision cams that allow for the
reduction of clearance between the unit and guide
rail. Once these adjusters have been set, sideways
movement of the saw during cutting is kept to a
minimum while allowing a smooth cutting action.
NOTE: The adjusters are set to minimum clearance
in the factory and may need adjusting and
setting before the unit is used. Use the following
instructions for setting the circular saw to the guide
rail.
REMEMBER: Set the rail adjusters on the saw to
the guide rail.
1. Undo the screw inside the rail adjuster to allow
for adjustment between the saw and the guide
rail.
2. Retract the lower guard and place the unit
on the guide rail, ensuring the blade is in the
highest position.
3. Rotate the adjuster until saw locks on guide rail.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the saw is securely
attached to the rail by trying to push the saw
forward. Ensure there is no movement of the
saw.
4. Rotate the adjuster back slightly until saw slides
easily along the rail.
5. Hold the rail adjuster in position and tighten the
screw again.
NOTE: ALWAYS adjust the system for use with
other rails.
The rail adjusters are now set up to minimise
sideways deviation when cutting with the saw on
the guide rail.