Basic Saw Cuts - DeWalt D27400 Original Instructions Manual

• Tighten the self-locking nut (83).
ADJUSTING THE FENCE FOR RIPPING (FIG. R1)
• Slide the fence assembly (71) behind the
clamping rail (12).
• Loosen the lock knob (85) and turn the fence
until it is parallel with the saw blade.
• Fasten the knob.
• Loosen the wing nuts (72) and slide the fence
profile (73) until it provides maximum ripping
guidance over the table top.
• Tighten the wing nuts.
• Set the fence assembly across the table and
position it using the scale (86).
• Fasten the fence rail knobs (35).
ADJUSTING THE FENCE FOR CROSS-CUTTING
(FIG. R2, R3)
The fence bracket has preset locations at 0°, 15°,
30° and 45° and can be set at any intermediate
angle.
• Slide the fence assembly (71) behind the driving
rail (4) (fig. R2).
• Loosen the lock knob (85) and turn the fence
until it is at 90° to the blade.
• For mitre cuts, set the required angle (fig. R3).
• Fasten the lock knob.
• Loosen the wing nuts (72).
• Position the fence profile (73) at such distance
from the blade that the blade is not in the path
of the fence.
• Tighten the wing nuts.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety
instructions and applicable regulations.
• Install the appropriate saw blade. Do not
use excessively worn blades. The maximum
rotation speed of the tool must not exceed
that of the saw blade.
• Do not attempt to cut excessively small
pieces.
• Allow the blade to cut freely. Do not force.
• Allow the motor to reach full speed before
cutting.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp
handles are tight.
• Never use your saw for freehand cuts!
• Never use your saw for slotting!
• Do not saw warped, bowed or cupped
workpieces. There must be at least one
straight, smooth side to go against the rip
fence or mitre fence.
• Always support long workpieces to prevent
kickback.
• Do not remove any cut-offs from the blade
area while the blade is running.
• Never use the machine without having the
upper blade guard in place.
The attention of UK users is drawn to the
"woodworking machines regulations 1974" and any
subsequent amendments.
Switching On and Off (fi g. S)
The on/off switch (1) has a no-volt release function:
should the power be shut off for some reason, the
switch has to be deliberately reactivated.
• To switch the machine on, press the green start
button (87).
• To switch the machine off, press the red stop
button (88).

Basic Saw Cuts

RIPPING (FIG. A, Q1, Q2, R1, T)
• Set the bevel angle to 0°.
• Adjust the saw blade height.
• Set the fence for ripping.
• Hold the workpiece flat on the table and against
the fence. Keep the workpiece approx. 25 mm
away from the saw blade.
• Keep both hands away from the path of the
saw blade.
• Switch the machine on and allow the saw blade
to reach full speed.
• Slowly feed the workpiece underneath the
upper blade guard, keeping it firmly pressed
against the fence. Allow the teeth to cut, and do
not force the workpiece through the saw blade.
The saw blade speed should be kept constant.
• Remember to use the push stick (89) when
close to the blade.
• After completing the cut, switch the machine
off, allow the saw blade to stop and remove the
workpiece.
WARNING: Never push or hold the free
or cut-off side of the workpiece.
WARNING: Always use a push stick
when ripping small workpieces.
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