Prior To Operation - DeWalt DW872 Instructions Manual

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3. Push the clamp lever back down to the cutting table
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to lock the fence (Fig. C1).

WARNING: If the clamp lever resistance is too light,
slightly tighten the two adjusting bolts on the fence.
Setting the Angle of Cut (Fig. C1, C6)
The tool can be used for mitre cuts up to 45°.
1. Pull the clamp lever 19 toward the handle
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the fence (Fig. C1).
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2. Set the fence to the required angle. The angle can be
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read on the scale . Use the edge of the slot
reference (Fig. C6).
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3. Push the clamp lever back down to the cutting table
to lock the fence (Fig. C1).
4. If additional clamping is required, the angle of cut can be
further fixed in the 90° and 45° cross-cut positions.
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a. Align the fence with slot
order to fix the 90° or 45° cross-cut position (Fig. C6).
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b. Place the pin through the fence into one of the
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holes .
Checking and Adjusting the Mitre Scale
(Fig. C1, D1, D2)
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1. Pull the clamp lever toward the handle
the fence (Fig. C1).
2. Pull down the arm and lock it in this position by pushing in
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the lock-down pin (Fig. D2).
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3. Place a square against the fence
the cutting blade creating a perfect 90° (Fig. D1).

WARNING: Do not touch the tips of the blade teeth with
the square.
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4. Push the clamp lever back down to the cutting table
to lock the fence (Fig. C1).
5. Pull out the lock-down pin
upper rest position (Fig. D2).
6. Check that the 0° marking on the scale
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edge of the slot (Fig. D1).
7. If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
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a. Loosen the screws .
b. Align the 0° marking on the scale
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the slot .
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c. Retighten the screws
Adjusting the Spark deflector (Fig. E)
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1. Loosen the screw .
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2. Set the spark deflector
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3. Tighten the screw .
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31 to release
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as a
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, slot or slot in
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to release
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and the left side of
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and return the arm to its
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aligns with the
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with the edge of
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as appropriate.

Prior to Operation:

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• Install the appropriate cutting blade. Only use sharp or
correctly sharpened blades. The maximum rotation speed of
the tool must not exceed that of the cutting blade.
• Make sure the blade rotates in the direction of the arrows on
the accessory and the tool.
• Secure the workpiece.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles are tight.
• Always set the spark deflector correctly.
• Do not attempt to cut excessively small pieces. Never perform
cuts on small workpieces bundled together.
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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. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.

WARNING: Do not apply excessive pressure to the tool.

WARNING: Avoid overloading. Should the tool
become hot, let it run a few minutes under no
load condition.
Performing a Cut (Fig. A)
1. Place the material to be cut against the fence
towards the operator as possible. Secure using the material
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clamp .
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2. Switch on the machine and pull down the Main handle
to cut the workpiece. Allow the motor to reach full speed
before cutting.
3. Allow the blade to cut freely. Do not force.
4. After completing the cut, switch off the machine and return
the arm to its upper rest position.
Switching On and Off (Fig. A)
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The on/off switch is mounted in the Main handle
To run the tool, press the on/off switch
Keep the on/off switch depressed while performing
the operation.
To stop the tool, release the switch.

WARNING: Do not switch the tool on or off when
under load.

WARNING: Do not cut magnesium.
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