Prior To Operation - DeWalt DW872 Manual

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Checking and Adjusting the Mitre Scale
(Fig. C1, D1, D2)
1. Pull the clamp lever
19
the fence (Fig. C1).
2. Pull down the arm and lock it in this position by pushing in
the lock-down pin 21
3. Place a square 22 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.
4. Push the clamp lever 19
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
edge of the slot (Fig. D1).
36
7. If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
a. Loosen the screws
23
b. Align the 0° marking on the scale
the slot 36 .
c. Retighten the screws
Adjusting the Spark deflector (Fig. E)
1. Loosen the screw 24 .
2. Set the spark deflector
3. Tighten the screw .
24

Prior to Operation:

• 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.
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.
10
toward the handle to release
31
(Fig. D2).
7 and the left side of
back down to the cutting table
and return the arm to its
21
35 aligns with the
.
35 with the edge of
.
23
25 as appropriate.
Performing a Cut (Fig. A)
1. Place the material to be cut against the fence
towards the operator as possible. Secure using the material
clamp .
6
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)
9
The on/off switch 1
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.
Transporting (Fig. F)
The tool is equipped with a lock-down pin
tool in closed-down position for carrying.
Lower the guard 4
tool in this position by pushing in the lock-down pin
Transport the tool using the carrying handle
To release the tool, pull out the lock-down pin
Proper Hand Position (Fig. A, G)

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.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle
and the other hand holding the workpiece away from the blade.

WARNING:
• Never place your hands near the cutting area.
• Hold the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence
when cutting. Keep your hands in position until
the switch has been released and the blade has
completely stopped.
• Do not cross your hands.
• Keep both feet firmly on the floor and maintain
proper balance.
is mounted in the Main handle
1 .
21
onto the cutting table 9 and secure the
3
7 and as far
2
2 .
which locks the
21 .
.
21 .
2